LONG BEACH, Calif., Dec. 4, 2002 (PRIMEZONE) -- Mint Cards, the industry leader in specialty trading cards is proud to announce the launch of a new series of cards honoring today's real super heroes, our brave men and women serving in law enforcement, fire prevention and rescue.
"The Protectors" is an elite corps of individuals who have been chosen to defend the defenseless. Each possess powers and abilities gifted to them to protect and defend. These Super Heroes have formed an alliance with the REAL HEROES to protect and defend our communities.
"These trading cards tell a great story and carry important, positive messages" explains Cyndi Brewer, Mint Cards Marketing Director. "We're proud to honor, in a unique and kid-friendly way, the super heroes that hail from police stations and firehouses throughout the country."
The premier set includes eight cards with several more characters in development.
"The Protectors" cards can be purchased individually or in collector sets on-line at www.theprotectors.cc.
About Mint Cards
Mint Cards, Inc. is a privately held corporation specializing in the production of custom specialty trading cards. Since 1992, Mint Cards has been producing high-quality, customized trading cards for law enforcement, fire and rescue agencies and colleges across the United States. These small, yet powerful cards capitalize on the popularity of baseball cards making them a highly effective community relations and promotional tool.
Mint Cards also produces sports cards and has just entered into an agreement with the National Women's Football Association to produce their first-ever player cards.
More information about Mint Cards can be found at www.mintcards.cc.
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