REA’s June Encore Auction closed Sunday night, and set building was once again an overarching theme of the event, with six complete graded sets finishing among the top ten items. The top three sellers were Topps Baseball complete sets from 1963 ($75,000), 1960 ($66,000), and 1961 ($54,000), all of which rank among the top entries on the PSA … [Read more...] about High-End Vintage Baseball Sets, Record-Setting Jerry West Card Lead the Way at REA
1950 Bowman Baseball
Vintage Sets, Ruth Cards, Hoard of M116 Sporting Life in REA Catalog
Have a hole in your set collection? More than 50 complete and near-complete vintage sets are on the block in Robert Edward Auctions’ June Encore event. Top-ranked sets, ranging from a 1950 Bowman Baseball complete set currently #10 on the PSA Set Registry with a 6.74 GPA to complete sets of 1960, ‘61, ‘63, ‘64 and ‘65 Topps Baseball, each of which boasts at least an … [Read more...] about Vintage Sets, Ruth Cards, Hoard of M116 Sporting Life in REA Catalog
It’s Vintage Bowman Time; Redemptions Lawsuit; Collectable on the Desktop; Joker Sale; Giroux Jerseys
Years ago, collectors used all kinds of things to store their cards. Shoeboxes. Tupperware containers. Cheese boxes. Metal filing cabinets like the ones used to keep recipe cards. Even boxes made for wristwatches. The latter was the humble home for a collection of old Bowman cards that is entering the hobby for the first time. No Gem Mint 10s in … [Read more...] about It’s Vintage Bowman Time; Redemptions Lawsuit; Collectable on the Desktop; Joker Sale; Giroux Jerseys
Ruth, Robinson Photos Among RMY Auctions Headliners
Some never before offered photos of Babe Ruth join a classic image of Jackie Robinson that card collectors will recognize in the newly launched RMY Auctions' Winter catalog. Twenty photos feature Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig or both, including some rare or fresh to the market images of Ruth both on and off the field. Among them is a 5 1/4" x 8 1/2" image of Ruth, … [Read more...] about Ruth, Robinson Photos Among RMY Auctions Headliners
A Look at the Evolution of Early Bowman Baseball Cards
After World War II, the Bowman Gum Company quickly became a viable competitor to Topps. Both companies produced sets early in the postwar era but Bowman would eventually get swallowed up by its rival. Topps, of course, ceased printing cards under the Bowman label after 1955 until reviving the brand back in 1989. But while Bowman's first run lasted only from 1948 through … [Read more...] about A Look at the Evolution of Early Bowman Baseball Cards
Remembering ‘Newk’: 5 Cards of Don Newcombe
Don Newcombe, who died Tuesday at the age of 92, was an imposing, hard-throwing pitcher for the Brooklyn Dodgers. He won 20 or more games three times during his 10-year major-league career and 19 games in 1950. He might have topped the 20-win plateau a few more times, but he lost the 1952 and 1953 seasons to military service. “Newk” stood 6-foot-4 and weighed 220 pounds. … [Read more...] about Remembering ‘Newk’: 5 Cards of Don Newcombe
Clean Sweep Kicks Off 2019 with Largest Auction in Company’s History
Clean Sweep Auctions spent the latter part of 2018 stockpiling consignments. Now, the company has opened the new year by unleashing the largest auction in company history. The sale includes over 1,100 lots, ranging from 19th century baseball cards to modern era autographs and memorabilia. The auction leads off with several key lots: a … [Read more...] about Clean Sweep Kicks Off 2019 with Largest Auction in Company’s History
Notes: NSCC Likely Staying Put; ’52 Mantle Winner; Old Bowman Relic
There will soon be a vote on the future schedule for the National Sports Collectors Convention and indications are that it's not going to venture out of the "C" zone. Next year's show has already been set for Chicago and the 2020 event will be in Atlantic City but there has been no word on where the show might land after that. It's believed that NSCC management will be … [Read more...] about Notes: NSCC Likely Staying Put; ’52 Mantle Winner; Old Bowman Relic
Look Familiar? Robinson Photo Used for ’50 Bowman at Auction
He’d spent two challenging years in the major leagues but thanks to help from one of the greatest hitters ever, the 1949 season put Jackie Robinson on another level. George Sisler helped the Brooklyn Dodgers’ infielder make important adjustments to his stride and stance. The results were immediate. Robinson hit .342, drove in 122 runs, scored 122 himself and won the … [Read more...] about Look Familiar? Robinson Photo Used for ’50 Bowman at Auction
1952 Topps Jackie Robinson Among Set’s Gems
The 1952 Topps Jackie Robinson represents the first Topps card issued of the immortal Brooklyn second baseman. It is also #312, one of the rare 1952 Topps high numbers. This makes the 1952 Topps Jackie Robinson one of the most desired cards, next to Mantle, in the 1952 Topps baseball series. Prices range from $500 for a lower grade example to $2,000 and up … [Read more...] about 1952 Topps Jackie Robinson Among Set’s Gems