Any Nomo collectors out there?

HalfNipponese · 12-02-2020, 12:21 AM

I bought a 1990 Takara Hideo Nomo back in the day as a kid from a Japanese toy store. Unfortunately, I can't seem to find any sales data on the card. The PSA pop report shows they gem pretty easy and almost every card is a 10. Mine is currently with SGC as I wanted it slabbed since it's the first baseball card I ever bought with my own money. Is it worthless in this condition? The card has a little bit of yellowing in the upper right hand corner.

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Archangel1775 · 12-02-2020, 12:47 AM

You just stated you had a sentimental attachment to it, so its not worthless. I have a 2000 Troy Aikman Upper Deck Patch Auto that's worth a lot more to me than money. The same with a Peyton Manning Triple Threads Auto. I know some day someone that inherits it will sell it but it wont be me.

awz50 · 12-02-2020, 01:26 AM

Awesome card

rjp087 · 12-02-2020, 02:17 AM

The Ichiro 1993 Takara is extremely desirable, along with his other two Japanese rookie cards. I love the aesthetic to some of these, and the Nomo you posted is no exception.

HalfNipponese · 12-02-2020, 11:18 AM

This one is a keeper. I can't wait until SGC gets it back to me.

There are a bunch more I still need to go through but I only have cards through 1992. One year shy of hitting an Ichiro.

salas1991 · 12-02-2020, 12:29 PM

Nope, there are no mo' Nomo collectors out there.

(Sorry, couldn't help it!

)

Actually, since he played for Detroit that one year, I'd like to get a signed Tigers card at some point - got a ton of other players now esp after a recent buyout, but he's not one of them yet...

badkarma318 · 12-02-2020, 01:06 PM

Love it. I used to work for Kintetsu, and have a ton of Japanese jerseys.

Still can't believe Nomo pitched a no-hitter at Coors Field.

One of the most deceptive pitching motions in MLB history.

HalfNipponese · 12-02-2020, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by badkarma318

Love it. I used to work for Kintetsu, and have a ton of Japanese jerseys.

Still can't believe Nomo pitched a no-hitter at Coors Field.

One of the most deceptive pitching motions in MLB history.

That's cool. I got to see Nomo play in Japan a few times but never in a MLB game. So many people forget that he opened the door for Asian players to come over enmasse. I'm happy my mom saved this one for me.

badkarma318 · 12-02-2020, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by HalfNipponese

That's cool. I got to see Nomo play in Japan a few times but never in a MLB game. So many people forget that he opened the door for Asian players to come over enmasse. I'm happy my mom saved this one for me.

I've been planning a very long trip to Japan, and will definitely attend numerous games at various stadiums throughout the country. The fans seem so into the games there, not like here where many so-called "fans" spend the whole game on their phone, and don't know a double play from a kumquat.

Murakami was the first in MLB, but more Japanese players definitely followed Nomo.

And then there is Ichiro . . .

HalfNipponese · 12-02-2020, 07:52 PM

I’m going all in for a 1993 Tamara Ichiro. Time to liquidate some other stuff to get the money together.

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badkarma318 · 12-02-2020, 08:07 PM

I have numerous 1993 BBM Ichiros somewhere amongst the clutter, as well as a few sealed sets. If you're interested, I'll let you know when I find them, prior to selling elsewhere.

HalfNipponese · 12-02-2020, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by badkarma318

I have numerous 1993 BBM Ichiros somewhere amongst the clutter, as well as a few sealed sets. If you're interested, I'll let you know when I find them, prior to selling elsewhere.

I have a bunch as well. Unfortunately I just didn't buy 1993 issued cards. Let me know if you find an Ichiro and I'll be happy to take it off your hands.

Minelayer · 12-02-2020, 08:31 PM

For a number of years my primary focus was collecting Nomo. I was a pitcher growing up and one year I showed up to practice with my best Nomo windup impersonation. (This was when he was still in Japan and relatively unknown in the US). Suffice to say my coach put a quick end to my new wind-up.

***In 93 and 94, Calbee, the Japanese potato chip maker, used to provide 1 baseball card of a Japanese baseball player per bag of chips. Since I was working at a Japanese Supermarket at the time I ripped as many as I could but never got the Nomo.

HalfNipponese · 04-06-2021, 12:52 PM

I'm feeling very emotional about this card today. Farewell old friend.

BraveAtlanta · 04-06-2021, 01:40 PM

Fans compared Nomo winning the ROY over Chipper was worse than Woodson winning the Heisman over Peyton Manning.

Triple B · 04-06-2021, 01:45 PM

I’ve been looking for a certified auto for years.

ucLAkers · 04-06-2021, 01:49 PM

I have a Nomo collection somewhere buried but haven’t seen it in about 5 years. Have about 20 IP in that collection.

nowiamsad · 04-06-2021, 02:15 PM

Love Nomo, love that card!

HalfNipponese · 04-06-2021, 04:37 PM

With baseball being hot and Shohei looking like a stud, I know the card is probably worth more today then it will ever be for awhile.

I'll be looking for decent 1991 replacement to fill the hole in my collection.

Hallco · 04-06-2021, 07:00 PM

I still have several of his rookie year offerings. Loved watching him pitch! Very neat card and story.

Rooftop · 04-06-2021, 07:36 PM

Used to be. Then I said no mo

HalfNipponese · 04-14-2021, 10:48 PM

What a gut punch this sale has been. I guess I miscalculated the Shohei Ohtani effect on other Japanese players. Hopefully I'll make enough to at least cover the grading fees.

12-02-2020, 12:21 AM	#1
HalfNipponese Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 952	Any Nomo collectors out there? I bought a 1990 Takara Hideo Nomo back in the day as a kid from a Japanese toy store. Unfortunately, I can't seem to find any sales data on the card. The PSA pop report shows they gem pretty easy and almost every card is a 10. Mine is currently with SGC as I wanted it slabbed since it's the first baseball card I ever bought with my own money. Is it worthless in this condition? The card has a little bit of yellowing in the upper right hand corner. Attachment 496606 Last edited by HalfNipponese; 12-21-2021 at 10:50 AM.

12-02-2020, 12:47 AM	#2
Archangel1775 Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Cali baby! Posts: 21,861	You just stated you had a sentimental attachment to it, so its not worthless. I have a 2000 Troy Aikman Upper Deck Patch Auto that's worth a lot more to me than money. The same with a Peyton Manning Triple Threads Auto. I know some day someone that inherits it will sell it but it wont be me. __________________ *There are the intangibles that set someone apart from the pack.So the blur isn't your inability to see his greatness, it's merely the inability to measure it.*

12-02-2020, 01:26 AM	#3
awz50 Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: New Hampshire>>>Arizona>>>>Florida Posts: 33,338 awz50	Awesome card __________________ Collecting Baseball Hof Autographs 248/351 Blowouts Official Red Sox face of the franchise Eduardo Rodriguez Super Collector

12-02-2020, 02:17 AM	#4
rjp087 Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Gouverneur, NY Posts: 426	The Ichiro 1993 Takara is extremely desirable, along with his other two Japanese rookie cards. I love the aesthetic to some of these, and the Nomo you posted is no exception. __________________ Looking for: 2018 Topps A&G Sean Evans Framed Mini Auto #MA-SE

12-02-2020, 07:52 PM	#10
HalfNipponese Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 952	I’m going all in for a 1993 Tamara Ichiro. Time to liquidate some other stuff to get the money together. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ MyRareCards.com Features 1990 Topps Partial Blackless information and the lifetime trials and tribulations of a boring fat dad.

12-02-2020, 11:18 AM	#5
HalfNipponese Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 952	This one is a keeper. I can't wait until SGC gets it back to me. There are a bunch more I still need to go through but I only have cards through 1992. One year shy of hitting an Ichiro.

12-02-2020, 12:29 PM	#6
salas1991 Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 1,321	Nope, there are no mo' Nomo collectors out there. (Sorry, couldn't help it! ) Actually, since he played for Detroit that one year, I'd like to get a signed Tigers card at some point - got a ton of other players now esp after a recent buyout, but he's not one of them yet...

12-02-2020, 01:06 PM	#7
badkarma318 Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Posts: 680	Love it. I used to work for Kintetsu, and have a ton of Japanese jerseys. Still can't believe Nomo pitched a no-hitter at Coors Field. One of the most deceptive pitching motions in MLB history.

12-02-2020, 08:07 PM	#11
badkarma318 Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Posts: 680	I have numerous 1993 BBM Ichiros somewhere amongst the clutter, as well as a few sealed sets. If you're interested, I'll let you know when I find them, prior to selling elsewhere.

12-02-2020, 08:31 PM	#13
Minelayer Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Bay Area Posts: 212	For a number of years my primary focus was collecting Nomo. I was a pitcher growing up and one year I showed up to practice with my best Nomo windup impersonation. (This was when he was still in Japan and relatively unknown in the US). Suffice to say my coach put a quick end to my new wind-up. **In 93 and 94, Calbee, the Japanese potato chip maker, used to provide 1 baseball card of a Japanese baseball player per bag of chips. Since I was working at a Japanese Supermarket at the time I ripped as many as I could but never got the Nomo. Last edited by Minelayer; 12-02-2020 at 08:36 PM.*

04-06-2021, 12:52 PM	#14
HalfNipponese Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 952	I'm feeling very emotional about this card today. Farewell old friend. __________________ MyRareCards.com Features 1990 Topps Partial Blackless information and the lifetime trials and tribulations of a boring fat dad.

04-06-2021, 01:40 PM	#15
BraveAtlanta Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: BullDawg Country Posts: 867	Fans compared Nomo winning the ROY over Chipper was worse than Woodson winning the Heisman over Peyton Manning.

04-06-2021, 01:45 PM	#16
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04-06-2021, 01:49 PM	#17
ucLAkers Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: CaliZona Posts: 8,603 mintrobmint Totally Sucks	I have a Nomo collection somewhere buried but haven’t seen it in about 5 years. Have about 20 IP in that collection. __________________ If you collect Vee & Friends you need medical assistance as theres a chance you have Blow Pop syndrom-18

04-06-2021, 02:15 PM	#18
nowiamsad Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: CA Posts: 585	Love Nomo, love that card!

04-06-2021, 04:37 PM	#19
HalfNipponese Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 952	With baseball being hot and Shohei looking like a stud, I know the card is probably worth more today then it will ever be for awhile. I'll be looking for decent 1991 replacement to fill the hole in my collection. __________________ MyRareCards.com Features 1990 Topps Partial Blackless information and the lifetime trials and tribulations of a boring fat dad.

04-06-2021, 07:00 PM	#20
Hallco Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 7,777 hallco	I still have several of his rookie year offerings. Loved watching him pitch! Very neat card and story.

04-06-2021, 07:36 PM	#21
Rooftop Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Posts: 3,506	Used to be. Then I said no mo

04-14-2021, 10:48 PM	#22
HalfNipponese Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 952	What a gut punch this sale has been. I guess I miscalculated the Shohei Ohtani effect on other Japanese players. Hopefully I'll make enough to at least cover the grading fees. __________________ MyRareCards.com Features 1990 Topps Partial Blackless information and the lifetime trials and tribulations of a boring fat dad.