The Wilt Chamberlain rookie card found in a grocery store cabinet didn’t stay in its SGC holder for long. The 1961-62 Fleer card that became the first Gem Mint 10 ever graded by the company has been crossed over to PSA, which also awarded it a 10. The card was originally revealed by the owner of a small hobby shop in Minnesota who submitted it to SGC this summer. … [Read more...] about Notes: SGC 10 Wilt Crossed; 1912 Fenway Debut Stub; Big Bucks for a Vandy QB’s Jersey; Bidding for Bronko
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Notes: Braves Sue Ex-Employee Over Aaron Bases; Shrine Addition; Rick’s Sticks; MJ Rookie Tattoo
The Atlanta Braves are suing a former employee and his son over their attempt so auction what were claimed to be game-used bases from Hank Aaron’s 715th home run. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported Wednesday that the team contends the items were “stolen, unlawfully possessed and attempted to be sold at auction.” The Braves and Heritage Auctions have been … [Read more...] about Notes: Braves Sue Ex-Employee Over Aaron Bases; Shrine Addition; Rick’s Sticks; MJ Rookie Tattoo
TTM This Week: a Mack Truck, a Champ, and a Charitable Pair
TTMCast Preview This week, we go into Clemente's World, talking about soccer, hockey, and some auction news with Clemente Lisi. Plus Drew and Troy cover all the week's upcoming releases and shows, plus an unfortunately long Vern Rapp Minute. You can listen to this week's show here. TTM Successes Kevin Mack It wasn't just the last name that got him the "Mack … [Read more...] about TTM This Week: a Mack Truck, a Champ, and a Charitable Pair
Notes: Ohtani Ball Update; 2024 Yankees Gamers; New Caitlin Clark Card Record; CardLadder on Fanatics Collect
It was quickly the target of one lawsuit...and then another...but the auction for Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball continues apace. Bidding for the ball that made him the first player in history to record 50 homers and 50 steals in a season has grown to over $1.8 million with the buyer's premium, making it the second most expensive home run ball in history, with more than … [Read more...] about Notes: Ohtani Ball Update; 2024 Yankees Gamers; New Caitlin Clark Card Record; CardLadder on Fanatics Collect
Notes: Jersey Sale for Hurricane Victims; 1959 Topps Football Auction; 2024 Topps T206
The North Carolina-based Class A affiliate of the Texas Rangers has launched an online auction of game-worn jerseys—including some worn by current major leaguers—to raise money for Hurricane Helene relief efforts in the area. The Hickory Crawdads auction includes over 80 game jerseys and runs through Sat., Oct. 12. Minor league jerseys are often handed down and some of … [Read more...] about Notes: Jersey Sale for Hurricane Victims; 1959 Topps Football Auction; 2024 Topps T206
Notes: Cranston Show’s New Location; Cops Arrest Card Thief; Fanatics Live Buys Euro Stream Service; Whatnot Report
One of the hobby’s oldest and most popular shows has a new location for this weekend’s event. The Cranston, RI Sports Card Show has moved from Coventry to West Warwick High School’s gymnasium—a modern facility that should better accommodate both dealers and collectors. With roots dating back to the nation’s bi-centennial, the Cranston show is the oldest … [Read more...] about Notes: Cranston Show’s New Location; Cops Arrest Card Thief; Fanatics Live Buys Euro Stream Service; Whatnot Report
TTM This Week: A Ref, A Long Name, and Appreciating Big Cards
TTMCast Preview Arron Littleton steps into the co-host's seat for the week to promote his new Instagram dedicated to "The Eternal Graphing Tour," along with talking about ideas on how to make effective use of your off-season downtime. Plus all the usual hobby news and TTM successes that you've come to enjoy. You can listen to this week's episode here. TTM Successes Bill … [Read more...] about TTM This Week: A Ref, A Long Name, and Appreciating Big Cards
Selling Ungraded Sports Cards in Bulk or on eBay
Did you inherit some sports cards and have no idea what to do with them? Did you collect years ago and just want to find out how and where to sell your old baseball cards? Have you been a collector for years and are now just wanting to turn them into cash? You’re not alone. About 43 percent of Americans owned at least a few cards at one point in their life … [Read more...] about Selling Ungraded Sports Cards in Bulk or on eBay
Notes: Rose RC Sales Spike; SCP Opens Buy it Now Platform; Fanatics Auction
Collectors and fans have bought a mountain of Pete Rose memorabilia since word of the baseball icon's death began circulating late Monday afternoon. on eBay, over 75 1963 Topps Rose rookie cards sold between Monday and mid-afternoon Tuesday, including a PSA 8 that was priced at $15,000 and a BGS 8.5 that was snatched up for $10,000. An autographed … [Read more...] about Notes: Rose RC Sales Spike; SCP Opens Buy it Now Platform; Fanatics Auction
Tigers Collector is Always Looking
The Detroit Tigers' improbable rally to grab an American League playoff berth has fans and collectors of one of baseball's oldest franchises excited again. You can bet Todd Walter will be in his Tigers den, watching the action unfold this week. The Williamston, MI resident has been collecting Detroit baseball memorabilia since the 1990s and has amassed quite a stash of … [Read more...] about Tigers Collector is Always Looking