The proliferation of high end products and limited print run autograph cards have pushed aside the regular edition single. Might virtual cards be the future of collecting?
Lockout Over, But Hockey Cards Take a Hit
February 10, 2013 By
Fewer products and a watered down group of rookie cards are spelling a leans season for those who create, sell and buy hockey cards.
Hoop Hall of Famer Elgin Baylor Consigns Collection
February 6, 2013 By
One of the NBA’s all-time greats is ready to move his memorabilia. The Elgin Baylor auction will be presented by Julien’s in Beverly Hills this spring.
Flacco Rookie Cards Moving
February 4, 2013 By
The hunt was on for Joe Flacco rookie cards following his Super Bowl MVP performance and despite a jump in price overall, some are pretty affordable.
Panini Signs Geno Smith to Card, Autograph Deal
February 3, 2013 By
Panini America spent part of Super Bowl week announcing a new deal with West Virginia quarterback Geno Smith, two months before the NFL draft.
Collectors Still Eating Up Trout
January 30, 2013 By
Mike Trout cards are popular everywhere these days, but throw Angels fans into the market mix and you’ve got a story worthy of the Orange County Register’s attention.
Shipping Rates Go Up: Packages to Canada Rise 58%
January 28, 2013 By
The Postal Service has raised its rates on some services and is now offering delivery confirmation for free on some–but if you’re mailing to Canada, you’d better start accounting for a sizable hike.
Memorabilia Man Wants to Know if Failed Delgado Deal Stems from Steroids
January 27, 2013 By
A long-running court disputed between former big leaguer Carlos Delgado and a memorabilia company takes a new twist.
SA-GE Signs Manti Te’o to Trading Card Deal
January 21, 2013 By
We don’t know what his recent situation may do–if anything–to his draft position but we do know Mantei Te’o football cards will be in stores soon.
Heritage Auctions Tallies Record Sales Year
January 21, 2013 By
The Black Swamp Find was only part of the story at Heritage Auctions, which also saw other collectible and historic markets set new marks.
Stan Musial Rookie Cards, Autographs in Demand After HOFer’s Death
January 21, 2013 By
Fondly remembered by fans who saw him play or met him later, Stan Musial’s rookie cards and autographs sold briskly over the weekend.
Wagner Cards on Display; Ex-Lakers Stars Signing in Long Beach
January 17, 2013 By
The highest graded T206s will be one of several Honus Wagner cards on display at the Long Beach Expo, which will also welcome Jerry West and Magic Johnson.
Kaepernick Keeps Quarterback Card Market Humming
January 15, 2013 By
With a playoff performance for the ages, the 49ers’ young quarterback is getting a lot of attention. So are Colin Kaepernick’s rookie cards.
Bullish on Basketball Memorabilia,Grey Flannel Renews HOF Deal
January 13, 2013 By
Basketball brings big bucks at the annual Hall of Fame auction. Now, Grey Flannel Auctions and the Springfield shrine are renewing their partnership.
Panini Strikes Game Worn Deal with Broncos
January 11, 2013 By
Denver Broncos jerseys will soon be part of the inventory of game worn items via Panini Authentic. after the two organizations forged a deal.
Indiana Attorney General Suing Local Sports Memorabilia Shop Owner
January 6, 2013 By
The Indiana Attorney General is suing the owner of two sports memorabilia shops after more than a dozen consumer complaints.
Arrest Warrant Issued for New York Dealer
January 1, 2013 By
A dealer is accused of taking money from customers and not delivering the goods. Now, if law enforcement officers can only find him.
New Jersey Show Rolls On Despite Fewer Kid Collectors
December 30, 2012 By
For more than two decades, collectors in north Jersey have had a local show nearby but like many, it’s seen a drop in the number of young attendees.
Best Sports Memorabilia Finds of 2012
December 28, 2012 By
A stack of virtually untouched E-98 cards from over 100 years ago was just one of the best sports memorabilia finds of 2012.
Fanoculars, Topps Bring Cards to…Binoculars
December 25, 2012 By
Topps is reaching out to fans with a new partnership that turns its sports card licenses into the outer shell of a portable binoculars product called Fanoculars.
