Sports fans are often collectors too. They may know sports, but sometimes that knowledge isn't quite as deep when it comes to the collecting side. While saving stuff might be a kick, there's enough questionable activity out there to attract the attention of the FBI. That's a good thing according to Wayne McDonnell. He's a clinical associate professor of sports … [Read more...] about Forbes Blog: Hobby Needs Cleaning
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Blog: Mays Left ’em High and Dry in Galesburg
I ran across an interesting blog post from a Galesburg, Illinois newspaper reporter tonight about one of Willie Mays' early card show appearances. It was 1986 at a show that was very popular at the time despite not really being that close to any major city. Back then, the autograph guests were a bonus. Most people still came to buy and sell cards. There were about three … [Read more...] about Blog: Mays Left ’em High and Dry in Galesburg
Vintage Sports Cards Focus of Ohio Show
This year marks the 3rd Annual Ohio Sports Collector Convention which showcases rare vintage sports cards and memorabilia and is one of the largest hotel shows in the United States. Scheduled for April 16-18, the show will have at least 120 tables manned by dealers from 16 states and Canada as well as a corporate booth area. "This show is going to be the best vintage card … [Read more...] about Vintage Sports Cards Focus of Ohio Show
Philly Show Brought Signers, New Dealers
The arrival of baseball season means some big shows around the country. The Sun-Times Show sets up in Chicago this weekend. Several dealers who were there spent last weekend in King of Prussia, PA for another edition of the Philly Show. The long-running event took place at the Valley Forge Convention Center with numerous autograph guests and a strong dealer … [Read more...] about Philly Show Brought Signers, New Dealers