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Lot # 3398: 1940 R50 Goudey "First Column Defenders" Complete Set (24) Plus Wrapper

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Item was in Auction June 2026, which ran from Thu, Jun 11, 2026 12:02 PM to Sun, Jun 21, 2026 9:59 PM

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Complete 24-card set of 1940 R50 Goudey "First Column Defenders" trading cards plus original wax wrapper. These colorful cards were designed, according to the original wax wrapper, to "kindle a deeper sense of Patriotism by portraying the Ideals and Principles on which our Country is founded." Images of military scenes and the American flag dominate this set. Includes two black-back variations (#6 and 19). Condition of the set ranges from Pr-Fr to Ex (averaging Gd+). The condition of the original wrapper is Fair. Key: #1 Raising the Flag (Vg). A rarely offered complete set of this extremely attractive and classic 1940 gum-card set. Total: 24 cards plus wrapper. The size/weight of this item requires that there will be an additional shipping charge for this lot.