The auction catalogs are fun to look at (even if you don't always have the funds to buy some of the best stuff), but it's a constant process to keep them full. Consignment representatives are constantly answering calls, making trips to visit clients both new and old and setting up at card shows in hopes of picking up some walk-in material. Heritage Auctions will launch its … [Read more...] about Coming Attractions: Heritage Shows Off Crispy Vintage Singles, Sets, Unopened
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SGC 8 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle Nets $600,000 at Auction
An SGC 8 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card that originated in the hoard uncovered by Alan Rosen in 1986 sold $600,000 at Heritage Auctions late last week. The same card--one of four graded by SGC as NM/MT-- last sold for $274,850 seven years ago, a 118 percent increase in value. The card's corners are sharp but centering issues kept it from grading higher. It's one … [Read more...] about SGC 8 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle Nets $600,000 at Auction
Lelands Auction Includes Fresh to Hobby 1952 Topps Cards
Lelands launched its second “Focus” auction Sunday night, with over 40 lots graded cards, tickets and a few other items that have an estimated value of at least $10,000. The company launched the concept last fall and held its first event in October. The auctions are scheduled to be held quarterly, between the company’s larger Classic auctions. Among the lots are … [Read more...] about Lelands Auction Includes Fresh to Hobby 1952 Topps Cards
1997-98 Upper Deck Game Jerseys Jordan Sells for Record Price
One of the 23 autographed 1997-98 Upper Deck Game Jersey Michael Jordan patch cards is now one of the highest selling Jordan cards of all-time. The BGS 8 copy sold for $840,000 late last week in PWCC’s January Premier sale. The price places it sixth on the list of most expensive Jordan cards sold. The Upper Deck Game Jersey cards featured a swatch from … [Read more...] about 1997-98 Upper Deck Game Jerseys Jordan Sells for Record Price
Notes: 1997 Game Jersey Jordan Card at Auction; Raw ’52 Mantle; Giannis’ Jersey Collection; Historic Jackie Photo
Of the top five all-time sales for Jordan trading cards, four spots are occupied by sales of the 1997 Upper Deck Game Jersey Patch Autograph card. One of the 23 copies is up for auction this month. The BGS 8/10 auto copy is in the current PWCC Marketplace Auction. Bidding opened Thursday and quickly shot past $300,000 by evening. The card is constructed with … [Read more...] about Notes: 1997 Game Jersey Jordan Card at Auction; Raw ’52 Mantle; Giannis’ Jersey Collection; Historic Jackie Photo
6 1952 Topps Mantle Cards–1 Signed–Coming to Heritage Sale
70 years after the final series in Topps' inaugural baseball card set flopped miserably, six cards of the icon that came out of it are coming to the auction block at one time through Heritage Auctions. The company's first Trading Card Auction of 2023 will include six 1952 Mickey Mantle cards in varying conditions, headlined by an SGC 8 and an autographed copy, … [Read more...] about 6 1952 Topps Mantle Cards–1 Signed–Coming to Heritage Sale
CSG Graded 1952 Topps Mantle Brings $1.25 Million as SCP Wraps Fall Premier
A 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle graded CSG 8 sold for $1,253,185. late Saturday night as SCP Auctions closed out its 2022 Fall Premier Auction. The card, which had been crossed over from another company’s holder by a private collector earlier this year, is now the highest priced card ever graded by CSG. It’s at least the 11th 1952 Mantle card sold at public auction for … [Read more...] about CSG Graded 1952 Topps Mantle Brings $1.25 Million as SCP Wraps Fall Premier
MJ, Griffey Debut Tickets, Vintage Cards Among Heritage Lots
If you'd like to make sure there's something you really want under the tree later this month, Heritage Auctions is offering the chance to put it there. The company's December Showcase Auction will put the wraps on 2022 when it closes December 17, with just over 1,000 lots on the block, ranging from Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth to current era soccer boxes. Among the low population … [Read more...] about MJ, Griffey Debut Tickets, Vintage Cards Among Heritage Lots
Notes: CSG 8 1952 Topps Mantle Consigned to SCP Auctions; Brady Adds New Autograph to Flag; 60 Minutes on Cup Stickers; More
One of the highest quality examples of the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle—recently graded NM/MT 8 by CSG—is coming to auction later this week. The card has been consigned to SCP Auctions, which believes it will sell for at least $1.5 million. With possible roots in the well known find of 1952 Topps high numbers purchased by Alan “Mr. Mint” Rosen in 1986., it is the most … [Read more...] about Notes: CSG 8 1952 Topps Mantle Consigned to SCP Auctions; Brady Adds New Autograph to Flag; 60 Minutes on Cup Stickers; More
Luka Doncic Card Nets Over $3 Million; NM 1952 Mantle Sets Record
A 2018 Panini National Treasures Luka Doncic 1/1 Logoman Rookie Patch Autograph sold for $3.12 million late Thursday night, setting a new record for the most expensive basketball card sold at public auction. The card reportedly changed hands in a private sale last year for $4.6 million, which would mean a loss of nearly $1.5 million for the owner. The auction, conducted … [Read more...] about Luka Doncic Card Nets Over $3 Million; NM 1952 Mantle Sets Record