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New York City has a significant presence in the sports collectibles hobby, with numerous card shops and auction houses catering to avid collectors. The city's rich sports culture and diverse population make it an ideal location for the hobby to thrive. Companies like Fanatics and Topps have offices in New York, and the city is home to long-standing hobby shops like Bleecker Trading and Alex's MVP Cards & Comics. New York's history in the hobby dates back to the American Sports Card Collectors Association in the 1980s, and the city is known for its role in the development of trading cards, including the iconic 1952 Topps set featuring Mickey Mantle. The city's status as a tourist destination also attracts collectors from around the world. [Extracted from the article]