What’s New
The 2025 Topps Archives Baseball set introduces collectors to a range of card variations, including Design Variations and Image Variations. This collection expands by 100 additional cards through these variations, offering an exciting chase for enthusiasts. With tributes to iconic Topps designs, the set merges nostalgia with fresh elements for the 2025 edition.
Configuration at a Glance
- Includes base cards and two variation types: Design Variations and Image Variations
- Variations cover three iconic Topps designs: 1964, 1996, and 2005
- Each design includes its own set of base cards and respective variations
- 100 total variation cards are available for collection
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Design Variations: Incorporate alternate design elements on traditional card layouts
- Image Variations: Showcase different player images compared to standard base cards
- Each design year (1964, 1996, 2005) includes both variation types
Autographs & Relics
The information provided does not specify any autograph or memorabilia content.
Collector Notes
- Variation cards can be identified by the last three digits of the CMP code on the card back:
- 1964 Topps: Base (408), Image (450), Design (453)
- 1996 Topps: Base (422), Image (454), Design (451)
- 2005 Topps: Base (436), Image (452), Design (453)
- Image Variations feature different player photos compared to the base cards
- Design Variations apply alternate design elements within the same year’s aesthetic
- A gallery of Image Variations is accessible to help with identification
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