Description

The History of the Set: The Third Series: This card is part of the legendary 50-card "Third Series" of Film Stars released by John Player & Sons in 1938. Golden Age Collectibles: Issued just one year before the "greatest year in cinema history," this set provided high-quality portraits of actors at the peak of the studio system. Adhesive Backing: Like many 1930s issues, these cards featured an adhesive surface on the back, encouraged for use in a "Penny Album" available at local tobacconists. The Subject: Vivien Leigh A Star is Born: This card captures Leigh in 1938, the critical year she traveled to Hollywood and eventually won the most coveted role in film history: Scarlett O'Hara in Gone with the Wind. Stage to Screen: The reverse notes her 1935 leap to fame in the play "The Mask of Virtue" and her early successes in films like "Storm in a Teacup" and "A Yank at Oxford". International Heritage: Born in Darjeeling, India, Leigh's refined education across Europe helped her become one of the most versatile and celebrated actresses of all time. Grade & Condition Notes Professionally Graded and Encapsulated by SGC as a 5 (EX). (Note: Per your request for a serial number, while this is an SGC slab, the identification number on the holder is 5638507). Front: Features a beautiful color-tinted portrait with Leigh's printed signature. The registration is vibrant and clean for a card approaching 90 years old. Back: Contains a rich biography of her early career, clearly marked as No. 22 in the series. Wear: At an SGC 5 grade, the card displays Excellent eye appeal with honest, light corner wear and a clean surface, avoiding the heavy staining often found on adhesive-back cards. Why Add This to Your Collection? Pre-Scarlett Artifact: A must-have for Gone with the Wind enthusiasts, showing Leigh just before she became a household name. Player's Legacy: A prime example of the high production standards of the John Player & Sons "Golden Age" sets. Slabbed Protection: The SGC holder provides archival-safe protection and guaranteed authenticity. Shipping & Handling: Your card will be secured in a protective sleeve/toploader and shipped in a reinforced bubble mailer via tracked shipping to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.