Some more notes on recent developments and a few observations surrounding the revelation of altered cards.... *A group of pre-War cards with evidence of "cleaning" and perhaps other alterations has emerged through the research of collectors who've been looking into the issue for the last several months. Among them: a 1921 Exhibit Babe Ruth (the first Exhibit card … [Read more...] about Altered Cards Update: Pre-War HOFers Impacted
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Editor’s Blog: Doctored Cards Keep Coming
Since we wrote of the card doctoring scandal a couple of weeks ago, dozens more altered cards have been uncovered by members of the Blowout Cards message board. From key modern era rookie cards to T206s, it’s clear that far more than just a few have entered the market through the destructive skills of some folks looking to rake a profit through fraud perpetrated on … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: Doctored Cards Keep Coming
Notes: Once Unloved, Ruth Ball Will Fetch Big Bucks; Ex-Bills Coach’s Playbooks on eBay
Ignored for decades after being acquired by a 1920s youngster, a Babe Ruth autographed ball is now getting its just due. The signed ball, barely handled since it was acquired in Los Angeles more than 90 years ago, sat in a dingy basement for much of its life, still inside the original box. Now it’s the pick of a litter of Ruth signed balls in the current … [Read more...] about Notes: Once Unloved, Ruth Ball Will Fetch Big Bucks; Ex-Bills Coach’s Playbooks on eBay
Brady’s Missing Super Bowl Jerseys Found in Mexico
The search for Tom Brady's valuable missing Super Bowl LI jersey has ended. The NFL announced Monday morning that the jersey--and the one he wore in Super Bowl XLIX--had been located. According to Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, his department's Major Offenders Divison traced Brady's most recent missing jersey to Mexico where it was recovered with the help of … [Read more...] about Brady’s Missing Super Bowl Jerseys Found in Mexico
Top Houston Cops Will Seek Clues in Brady Jersey Case
The Houston Police Department says it's taking the case of Tom Brady's Super Bowl jersey seriously and promises to have some of its top investigators doing the detective work. Brady's jersey remains unaccounted for, two days after the epic Super Bowl comeback. NFL Security, HPD and the Texas Rangers are all working together on the case. The jersey's value--both … [Read more...] about Top Houston Cops Will Seek Clues in Brady Jersey Case
NM 1952 Mantle, Speaker Bat…and Oswald’s Handcuffs at Auction
Stocked with everything from an O-Pee-Chee icon to Oswald’s handcuffs, Goldin Auction is hoping its Holiday Auction will attract interest from sports fanatics and history buffs. The 2016 edition opened Monday with more than 900-lots of sports, history and pop-culture memorabilia. The catalog sale runs through December 3. Goldin garnered worldwide media … [Read more...] about NM 1952 Mantle, Speaker Bat…and Oswald’s Handcuffs at Auction
3 Arrested in Theft of 400 Game-Worn Jerseys
New Jersey authorities have announced the arrest of three men and charged them in connection with the theft of more than 400 NBA game-worn jerseys from a MeiGray Group storage facility last winter. The market value of the jerseys was listed at over $850,000. Arrested, according to the Somerset County Prosecutors Office, were Mohamed Benhalima, 28, of Brooklyn, New York; … [Read more...] about 3 Arrested in Theft of 400 Game-Worn Jerseys
How to Use a Black Light to Identify Reprints and Fakes of Antique Paper Collectibles
For collectors of pre-World War II paper memorabilia—whether it’s sports cards, photographs, scorecards, postcards, advertising posters or booklets— there is a sophisticated yet inexpensive and easy to use tool for quickly identifying many modern reprints and fakes. This tool is called a longwave ultraviolet light, better known as a black light. While there are many uses for … [Read more...] about How to Use a Black Light to Identify Reprints and Fakes of Antique Paper Collectibles
Update: Police Help California Dealer Reclaim Stolen Items
His ordeal is not over yet, but longtime California dealer/collector Don DelMazzio has a little bit more peace of mind this week. A three-month investigation into a burglary at DelMazzio’s residence in Anaheim Hills, California, resulted in an arr est Tuesday of a 33-year old man and the recovery of stolen property, including graded cards, memorabilia and a painting … [Read more...] about Update: Police Help California Dealer Reclaim Stolen Items
Hundreds of Game-Worn NBA, NHL Jerseys Stolen from MeiGray Offices
Police are investigating the theft of hundreds of NBA and NHL jerseys from the offices of MeiGray Group in Branchburg, New Jersey last month. Included are dozens of jerseys once worn by some of pro basketball’s biggest stars including Blake Griffin, Kobe Bryant, Carmelo Anthony, Kevin Love, Chris Paul, Dwyane Wade, John Wall, Dwight Howard, DeMarcus Cousins and others. All … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Game-Worn NBA, NHL Jerseys Stolen from MeiGray Offices