1954 Bowman US Navy Victories Complete Set 1-48 + 22 Dupes 70 Cards R701-16 GD For Sale

Up for sale is an authentic, original 1954 Bowman U.S. Navy Victories collection containing a complete 1–48 base set alongside 22 additional original duplicates—70 vintage cards in total. All cards are genuine mid-century originals from the 1950s (no modern reprints).

Collection Breakdown:

• Complete Base Set (#1–#48):Fully assembled 48-card run spanning pivotal American naval engagements from the Revolutionary War through the Cold War. Includes prominent subjects such as\"To the Shores of Tripoli\"(#2),\"Spanish Fleet Destroyed\"(#6),\"D-Day Victory\"(#17),\"Remember the Maine\"(#32), and\"Merrimac and Monitor Battle\"(#47).
• 22 Original Duplicates Included:A group of 22 additional original cards from the set. Note that this grouping includes multiple copies of select card numbers (several doubles) - ideal for trader stock, condition upgrades, or setbuilding. Duplicates are pictured in the final grid photo (the cards in plastic sheets).
• Format & Details:Cards measure approximately 3-3/4\" x 2-1/2\" with hand-illustrated action battle scenes on the fronts. Backs feature historical text summaries and naval insignia quizzes printed in either black or blue ink, fully consistent with Bowman\'s original 1954 press runs.

Condition (Fair/GD to VG overall):

Sourced from an original private 1950s collection.

• As typical for an unslabbed 70+ year-old vintage set, individual cards range from Fair to Very Good.
• Many cards exhibit sharp colors, clean surfaces, and solid corners; others display honest handling, surface/corner rubs, and edge wear consistent with period play.
• Please review all photos closely. Batch photos display every card across the run, with individual close-up shots highlighting some cards with notable surface or edge wear.

Packaging & Shipping:

The complete 48-card set is individually housed in protective semi-rigid sleeves, and the 22 duplicates are safely packed in protective card pages/sleeves. Shipped with rigid cardboard reinforcement via USPS Ground Advantage with full tracking.

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