Let the Fireworks Begin: Explosive Looks at 2010-11 Dominion, National Treasures

As collectors around this great country of ours set out to celebrate the anniversary of America’s independence this weekend, we thought it the perfect occasion to get things going early with this gallery of high-end trading cards that are likely to be the subject of their own hobby holiday when they release over the next several weeks.

We think you’ll agree that the sweetly signed cards — recent arrivals slated for inclusion in the heavily anticipated blockbusters 2010-11 Dominion Hockey and 2010-11 National Treasures Basketball — are awe-inspiring examples of collecting history.

Enjoy your holiday. But before you do, enjoy this . . .