A New York man turns a tidy $20,000 profit (less taxes, we assume) on his purchase of a National Treasures Jeremy Lin rookie card.
National Treasures Lin Prime Patch Auto Could Be Ultimate Game of Flip
February 17, 2012 By
A $1,000 investment is looking sweet for one New York collector who loves the Knicks but isn’t afraid to make a profit on the team’s new sensation.
Griffin Rookie Cards Not As Pricey a Year Later
January 26, 2012 By
In spite of recent headlines, the sales prices of last year’s top NBA rookie have dipped.
Rich Klien’s Ramblings: The Greatest Day in Hobby History?
October 10, 2011 By
Rich Klein’s memories of the 1983 National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago when sales were beyond brisk.
Bryant Signs Stacks of Cards for Panini
August 23, 2011 By
Kobe Bryant puts his John Hancock on some Panini prizes.
Sports Card Auctions: Starting ‘Em Low Philosophy Works for Just Collect
August 18, 2011 By
A willingness to take a chance has paid off for eBay’s largest volume seller of vintage sports cards.
TRISTAR Keeps Autographs Flowing at National
August 12, 2011 By
From Aparicio to Zimmer, they come to add their signature to whatever fans bring to the table.
Buying Vintage Sports Cards Offers Options
August 12, 2011 By
Dealers have to come ready to meet a variety of collectors at a big show and collectors have to be ready to move on what’s not likely to be there the next time around.
Smaller Sports Memorabilia Dealers Battle the Big Boys at the NSCC
August 7, 2011 By
Whether you run multi-million dollar auctions or sell cards out of your basement, the National Sports Collectors Convention will offer you a chance to set up a booth… if you can handle the expense.
Editor’s Blog: National Thoughts
August 5, 2011 By
Observations…and a suggestion or two as the National heads into the weekend.
News, Notes and Photos from the 2011 National Sports Collectors Convention
August 5, 2011 By
A wild and wacky start to what’s already been an active, eventful affair.
Rose Talks Autographs, Sports, HOF in Indy
August 4, 2011 By
Pete Rose visits an Indianapolis shop, with no shortage of fans and collectors interested in having him add his familiar signature.
National Notes: Tuesday
August 2, 2011 By
It had a big impact on Baltimore last year and the thousands of collectors, dealers and companies who descend on the city this week should be a boost for Chicago too.
Topps Will Chat With 100 Collectors at NSCC
July 25, 2011 By
It’s a first come, first served sort of deal but Topps will take questions about its products in Chicago next week.
PSA Plans More NSCC Show Promotions, Giveaways
July 21, 2011 By
Some of the best Babe Ruth baseball cards you’ll see will be on display and PSA/DNA plans to give away some autographed memorabilia with a definite Chicago flavor.
2011 Topps Heritage National Wrapper Redemption Cards Announced
July 21, 2011 By
Topps is producing five rookie cards to be given away at this year’s National Sports Collectors Convention.
Editor’s Blog: Investing in Cards, PSA Plans, What the Puck?
July 19, 2011 By
A pair of giveaways from PSA at the National. They’re still playing ‘Where’s That Championship Puck’ in Chicago and one media outlet digs into into the baseball cad investment angle. It’s all in the blog.
In The Game Announces National VIP Program
July 18, 2011 By
Canada-based In The Game is coming to Chicago with some special cards in tow.
Panini Offers VIP Card Set at National
July 13, 2011 By
Those who purchase a VIP or Super VIP badge at this year’s National will see some exclusive Panini cards in their bags, including…Terrelle Pryor?
