Topps’ parent company is surveying hobby shops, breakers and online sellers. Fanatics posted an online form Tuesday afternoon that has several questions listed. They say they’re trying to gain insight into the businesses that sell sports and entertainment cards. “We’re taking steps to improve our business and that doesn’t happen without valuable, direct … [Read more...] about Notes: Topps Surveys Sellers; Big Ticket Card Auction; PSA Grades 1 Million Cards in July, UD S2 Fanatics Factory Set; Game Worn News
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13-Year-Old Northern California Girl Hustles to Collect Cards
To say that Norah Jermaine enjoys baseball would be putting it mildly. The 13-year-old from California is too young to work in the front office for her favorite team, the San Francisco Giants, but she would not mind being the team’s batgirl. Until that spot opens up, Norah is content attending sporting events — and adding to her burgeoning card and memorabilia … [Read more...] about 13-Year-Old Northern California Girl Hustles to Collect Cards
TTM This Week: Cheap National Pickups
Jeff Baker writes a weekly column for SC Daily, focused on “TTM” (through the mail) autograph collecting. He also offers previews of his weekly TTM Cast podcast. The National Sports Collectors Convention is heaven for autograph seekers. I met a lot of all-time greats during the show and snagged a few photos with the likes of Dan Marino, Barry Sanders and Frank … [Read more...] about TTM This Week: Cheap National Pickups
Notes: Ruth, Jackson Cards Pace Auction; SGC Mantle Update; LeBron Topps Rookie Record, Slava’s Rings Bring $253K
A 1916 M101-4 Babe Ruth Blank Back rookie card graded PSA 3 sold for $440,217 late Saturday night as Mile High Card Company closed out its latest auction. Pre-War cards were definitely the major attraction with a virtually complete collection of T206 cards, all SGC graded, was the second highest selling lot at $351,571. The majority of the group of 517 … [Read more...] about Notes: Ruth, Jackson Cards Pace Auction; SGC Mantle Update; LeBron Topps Rookie Record, Slava’s Rings Bring $253K
Notes: Topps Making “Strategic Adjustments”; New Release Dates; New Mega Boxes; eBay Volume; $5 Million Football Collection; More
Fanatics appears to be making changes to the process of how cards get into the hands of collectors. The company has reportedly told at least two distributors that they won’t be receiving certain Topps products from Fanatics at all after this year. Distributors serve numerous hobby shop accounts as a middle man between manufacturer and retailer and also supply them with … [Read more...] about Notes: Topps Making “Strategic Adjustments”; New Release Dates; New Mega Boxes; eBay Volume; $5 Million Football Collection; More
Terance Mathis Q&A: Excitement for Rookie Card, Billy “White Shoes” Johnson Auto, Massive Mancave,
Detroit, Michigan born Terance Mathis made his mark on the gridiron at Redan high school in Stone Mountain, Georgia. The multi sport athlete attended the University of New Mexico, playing both baseball and basketball basketball for the Lobos.The do it all wide receiver was drafted by the New York Jets in the 6th round of the 1990 NFL Draft. He was a key component to the Jets … [Read more...] about Terance Mathis Q&A: Excitement for Rookie Card, Billy “White Shoes” Johnson Auto, Massive Mancave,
Notes: SGC Mantle Update; NSCC Brings Out Big Cards, Vintage Pack Rips and Famous Folks
The SGC 9.5 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle has entered uncharted territory. Bidding at Heritage Auctions crossed the $6.7 million threshold over the weekend with the buyer’s premium factored in. That beats the $6.6 million paid for the SGC 3 T206 Honus Wagner nearly a year ago. The Mantle could bring $10 million or more by the time bidding ends on August 27. Al Rosen … [Read more...] about Notes: SGC Mantle Update; NSCC Brings Out Big Cards, Vintage Pack Rips and Famous Folks
The National: Big Show Blind Spots, High End Variety, Famous Folks and Friends
We tried to play it safe and smart Friday and just decided to give into the fact that we weren't going to park very close to the convention center. We opted for a parking garage a few blocks away and made the trek up to the NSCC.Again, much like yesterday, we tried to make a point to hit certain areas of the floor or certain stands or booths that we didn't see much of to this … [Read more...] about The National: Big Show Blind Spots, High End Variety, Famous Folks and Friends
Tony Reid: An Epic First Day at The National
The 42nd National Sports Collectors Convention has returned to the Jersey Shore and after a three and a half hour trip we arrived in Atlantic City Wednesday, ready to tackle Day 1 of the hobby's five-day extravaganza. I personally love cities like Vegas and AC with their many attractions but we're here primarily to work so it was into the parking garage and on to the lobby … [Read more...] about Tony Reid: An Epic First Day at The National
TTM This Week: Al Woodall, National Talk, NFL Autograph Returns
On this week’s TTM Cast show, we caught up with former New York Jets quarterback Al Woodall who discusses his career in New York during the 1970s, what it was like to have a front row seat for the Joe Namath circus, and of course, we also talk about autographs. Hobby veteran Les Wolff joins me to talk about his big plans for The National and I introduce a new segment … [Read more...] about TTM This Week: Al Woodall, National Talk, NFL Autograph Returns