# Card Notes This 1996 retrospective series celebrated Playboy's iconic Playmate of the Year selections, bringing together some of the most memorable personalities from the magazine's history. Released two decades after the original 1976 selection, the set serves as a nostalgic snapshot of pop culture and the magazine's cultural prominence during that era. Collectors appreciate these sets as windows into both entertainment history and the evolution of trading card design itself. Lillian Muller, the 1976 Playmate of the Year, represents a significant figure from Playboy's golden age. Her selection as annual Playmate placed her among the magazine's most celebrated covers and features. Collectors seek cards of iconic Playmates like Muller for their cultural relevance and historical significance within both entertainment and collectible card circles.