Lot # 4589: 1936 R13-2 "American G-Men" Second Series Complete Set (48)

In the 1930s, G-Men had their hands full fighting crime. The many high-profile cases of the era were plastered across the front pages all across America, capturing the imaginations of youngsters and adults alike, and, of course, inspiring several trading-card sets. Offered is a complete 48-card set of 1936 R13-2 "American G-Men" (second series #701-748 ). No manufacturer is listed on the cards, but they are very likely produced by M. Pressner & Company (who also produced the similar "Government Agents vs. Public Enemies" series). Condition is 15% Vg to Vg-Ex, 29% Gd, and 56% Pr to Fr. These complete nonsport sets dating from the 1930s are often referred to as "strip cards" because these sets were originally issued in uncut perforated strips. Though the 1930s were dominated by traditional bubble-gum cards, quite a few card sets were issued in this format. Most are very similar in design, and were numbered with card numbers beginning with high numbers (such as 101, 201, etc.) as opposed to beginning with number "1." These cards are printed on a relatively inexpensive, porous stock, and are characterized by a somewhat primitive style of illustration. This rarely offered and fascinating complete set represents this particular style of card production unique to the era. Total: 48 cards. The size/weight of this item requires that there will be an additional shipping charge for this lot.