Topps’ Diamond Giveaway website returned live on Thursday, just five days before the redemption codes were to expire for 2011 Series One and Update.
News and Notes From In and Around the Hobby
January 26, 2012 By
An eBay seller shoots for the moon with Pat Tillman’s old spikes; the Cardinals are memorabilia collectors; the Brewers and Braun just say no, a 1992 Prince and Cecil Fielder ad for McDonald’s… and eBay is having a listing special.
Topps Series One Will Include Pujols, Reyes Short Prints
January 24, 2012 By
Topps has added a pair of short prints to its upcoming 2012 Series One set thanks to some graphic artistry.
Hostess Gave Collectors a Sweet Tooth in 1975
January 16, 2012 By
Collectors had something besides bubble gum packed with their baseball cards more than 36 years ago. The 1975 Hostess set is still sweet.
Mickey Mantle and eBay Still Perfect Marriage
December 6, 2011 By
More than 43 years after his last game, Mickey Mantle is still a smoking hot search on eBay. We’ve got the latest, most interesting sales figures and some info on the best time to buy…and sell.
Lakers Collection is Hoops Heaven
October 23, 2011 By
You don’t have to be a fan of the team to appreciate the history behind David Kohler’s Lakers collection. Get a video tour of the shrine.
Up Close With Hockey Stick That May Be World’s Oldest
October 17, 2011 By
A Canadian barber sold an old stick for less than $1,000 three years ago. It could bring seven figures to the new owner.
Editor’s Blog: Panini-Art Settle Suit; Conlon Party; Stolen Rare Photo on eBay?
August 31, 2011 By
Charles Conlon’s original photos and some works of art replicating five of the best will be on display at an invitation-only party in New York. Panini settles it’s lawsuit with Art of the Game and is that a stolen Al Reach photo on eBay?
ESPN: Pryor Had Autograph Deal
June 8, 2011 By
In what would be another significant NCAA rules violation, Terrelle Pryor had a sweet gig signing autographs for a local dealer according to a new report.
Bidders Flock to Killebrew Rookie Cards
May 17, 2011 By
Harmon Killebrew’s friends and former teammates remember him while fans and collectors log on for a tangible memory.
Cops: Sob Story Wasn’t True; Red Sox Gear Hot
May 13, 2011 By
A Massachusetts district attorney says the case involving some stolen game-used Red Sox memorabilia involved a tale of sick kids that even convinced an auction house.
Leslie Jones Photo Archives Mesmerizing
April 12, 2011 By
A huge and rarely seen collection of vintage baseball photographs from a long-time Boston photographer has fans and collectors excited.
MLB, NYPD Continuing Probe of Clubbie
March 11, 2011 By
The former long-time clubhouse manager of the New York Mets is under investigation on two fronts, including the theft of game-used memorabilia from the clubhouse.
Editor’s Blog: Convict Card Caper, Store Raid
March 8, 2011 By
Some legal briefs involving a box cutter and ICE.
The Market for Medals
March 3, 2011 By
A well-known athlete from the 1968 Summer Olympics hopes to turn his gold medals into classrooms…but the asking price doesn’t match the market.
Editor’s Blog: News and Notes
February 24, 2011 By
More hobby tidbits to snack on including a historic baseball document, Carmelo and some card company talk.
2011 Topps Tribute Will Include Signed Pujols Rookie Card Buybacks
February 17, 2011 By
Topps marks the ten-year anniversary of the first Albert Pujols cards with a giveaway.
Vintage Babe Ruth Cards: Bargain Hunting
February 14, 2011 By
Record-setting prices may scare some away, but you can still own Babe Ruth cards from his playing days for a few hundred bucks.
Willie Mays Book Signing Draws Wide-Eyed Fans
December 15, 2010 By
He hasn’t always been the most gracious card show guest, but Willie Mays seemed to have a hold on folks who showed up to have him sign his book.
GTS Distribution Buys Lou Brown Wholesale Division
October 20, 2010 By
A long-time sports card wholesaler is turning operations over to a larger company.
