Issued in 1910 by the American Caramel Co. based out of Philadelphia, the set that has become known as E91-C features the stars of the Pittsburgh, Washington, and Boston franchises. Among those included on the checklist is arguably the greatest star of the era: Honus Wagner. Issued just one year after his T206 card - now the most valuable sports card ever produced - the E91-C … [Read more...] about Generic Artwork Makes for Inexpensive Vintage Cards
Hall of Fame Collectors Await 2014 Voting Results
Last month the Veteran's Committee had their say, electing a trio of managers to baseball's coveted Hall of Fame. This Wednesday, members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America have their say when the results of their yearly voting are announced. Last year, they famously elected no one, but this year brings a quality selection of newcomers including Greg Maddux, Frank … [Read more...] about Hall of Fame Collectors Await 2014 Voting Results
Cal Ripken Jr. Meets His (Bat) Maker
For seven years the Louisville Slugger Factory & Museum and Hunt Auctions have teamed to present their Living Legend Award. The 2013 recipient was Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame shortstop Cal Ripken Jr. who, prior to receiving the award, was taken on the Louisville Slugger factory tour. It was 30 years ago today, by the way, that Ripken followed his Rookie of the Year … [Read more...] about Cal Ripken Jr. Meets His (Bat) Maker
Hold Babe Ruth’s Bat? Yes, Please
As a collector of pre-war sports cards and memorabilia the name that most often comes up when talking to collectors and non-collectors alike is that of George Herman Ruth. For nearly a century The Babe has been synonymous with baseball, and the result has been impressive prices for his cards, signature, and especially his game used memorabilia. This has led to something of a … [Read more...] about Hold Babe Ruth’s Bat? Yes, Please
Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory Benefits from Partnership with Hunt Auctions
When the National League's Louisville Colonels folded following the 1899 season, Major League Baseball ceased to be played in the charming Kentucky city on the banks of the Ohio River. However, there is a lasting bond between the city and MLB largely due to the work of a single family. As the legend goes, one day in 1884 a 17-year-old John Andrew Hillerich - known as … [Read more...] about Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory Benefits from Partnership with Hunt Auctions
Mazeroski Collection Leads Results at Hunt’s Louisville Slugger Auction
For a generation of Yankee fans, Bill Mazeroski's series winning home run in the final game of the 1960 World Series remains a dagger plunged into their heart. As Jay Baker - former CEO of Kohl's and chairman of the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation - stated the night before the auction, "it has taken me 53 years to get over that moment - but I'm over it." Items from that iconic moment … [Read more...] about Mazeroski Collection Leads Results at Hunt’s Louisville Slugger Auction
5 Affordable T206 Hall of Famers
No vintage set captures the imagination more than the white bordered set issued by the American Tobacco Co. between 1909 and '11. Due to the quality of the lithography, the star-studded checklist, and the inclusion of the hobby's most valuable and iconic card - Honus Wagner - T206 has transcended mere card collecting and become part of Americana. As prices continue to … [Read more...] about 5 Affordable T206 Hall of Famers
Topps Opening Day to Return in 2014
As the calendar page changes to November and the holiday season approaches, another baseball season has ended with the Red Sox once again being crowned World Series champions. With the start of the 2014 season months away it is appropriate to remember the quote of the immortal Rogers Hornsby: "People ask me what I do in winter when there's no baseball. I'll tell you what I do. … [Read more...] about Topps Opening Day to Return in 2014
Five Tips for Novice 1950s Collectors
The baseball cards issued during the 1950s are some of the most popular and iconic ever produced. In fact, it was these issued that spearheaded the increase in prices in the 1980s as baby boomers attempted to purchase back their childhood memories, and in the process turned card collecting into big business. While manufacturers like Topps and Bowman are well known, and names … [Read more...] about Five Tips for Novice 1950s Collectors
High Grade Novelty Cutlery Postcards Sell for $90,000
In the first act of Becket, the titular character invites King Henry II to use a fork for the first time. Becket explains that forks are a 'new invention' designed to prevent the dirtying of hands, but a defiant Henry points out that the fork becomes dirty. Foreshadowing the debates to come, Becket then reasons that the forks can be washed. To this, Henry, perhaps best played … [Read more...] about High Grade Novelty Cutlery Postcards Sell for $90,000