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The E254 Colgan's Chips baseball card set, produced between 1909 and 1911, is a unique and fascinating collection in the realm of early baseball memorabilia. These cards were originally included as premiums in tins of Colgan's Chips gum, a popular chewing gum brand of the era. Unlike traditional rectangular cards, the E254 set features circular discs measuring about 1 7/16 inches in diameter, which adds a distinctive charm to their design. The set comprises 312 discs, featuring black-and-white player portraits surrounded by the text "Stars of the Diamond" and the player's name and team affiliation. Notable players in the set include Hall of Famers like Ty Cobb, Honus Wagner, and Walter Johnson, making it a valuable collection for baseball enthusiasts.

The reverse side of each disc is typically blank or contains promotional text, reflecting the straightforward marketing approach of the time. The E254 set is cherished not only for its unique shape and design but also for its insight into early 20th-century baseball and its players. These discs provide a snapshot of a transformative era in baseball history, showcasing the stars who defined the game during its formative years. The set's circular design makes it a standout among traditional baseball card collections, appealing to collectors interested in unique and historically significant memorabilia. Despite their age, many E254 Colgan's Chips discs have survived in good condition, largely due to their durable construction, making them an attractive addition to any vintage card collection.

This trio of E254 Colgan's Chips Stars of the Diamond cards are in VG to VGEX and includes the following subjects: Gibson (Pittsburgh), Wiltse (New York NL) and Spencer (St. Paul). Great lot of these popular and oddly shaped baseball cards.