Description:

This set of four collectible telephone calling cards from the 1995 Telephone Calling Card Expo celebrates New York baseball history, highlighting iconic stadiums and one of the sport’s legendary pitchers. Priced between $6 and $8 each, these cards feature classic black-and-white images that emphasize New York’s renowned baseball venues and historic moments, evoking a deep nostalgia for the sport’s rich heritage. Each card bears matching numbers and originates from ACMI, marking them as a limited, curated set. The dates "March 25 & 26, 1995" frame the expo event, anchoring these collectibles in a specific historical context while appealing to enthusiasts of Americana and vintage sports memorabilia.

The first card vividly depicts Yankee Stadium’s exterior, a true cathedral of baseball nestled in the Bronx. The image captures the stadium’s grand façade, with towering columns and prominent signage reading "YANKEE STADIUM." It showcases Old Yankee Stadium during a moment frozen in time, complete with period-specific advertisements such as “LONGINES” as the official timekeeper and other vintage billboards, reflecting the charm and character of mid-20th-century American sports venues. This card firmly grounds the set in New York’s baseball lore, serving as a tribute to the legendary home of the Yankees.

The second card focuses on perhaps the most famous pitching performance in baseball history: Don Larsen’s perfect game during the 1956 World Series at Yankee Stadium. The image captures Larsen mid-pitch on the field, with Brooklyn Dodgers players alert and poised. The scoreboard above details the game’s critical moments, displaying scores and outs that heighten the tension and historic significance. Larsen, celebrated as an MVP and baseball legend for this extraordinary feat, is the star of this card, symbolizing pitching excellence and the fierce rivalry between Brooklyn and New York.

The final two cards complement the collection by showcasing two other legendary New York ballparks: Ebbets Field and The Polo Grounds. Ebbets Field, former home of the Brooklyn Dodgers before their move west, is depicted in detailed imagery, including storefront advertisements for Philip Morris and Seagram’s that evoke the commercial spirit of the era. The Polo Grounds card offers an aerial view of this historic venue, known for hosting the New York Giants prior to their relocation. Together, these cards form a comprehensive homage to three of baseball’s most iconic stadiums, reflecting New York’s unparalleled influence on the sport. The consistent border design, expo branding, and matching numbers unify all four cards into a cohesive collectible set, appealing to connoisseurs of baseball Americana and New York heritage.

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