A complete set of 1984-85 Star Company basketball cards, all in the original team bags as sold by the company and including Michael Jordan's Star rookie card, kicks off Freeman's/Hindman's latest sports auction. The run of 288 cards from Star's first offering as the NBA's trading card partner carries a $50,000-$70,000 estimate. The small startup company snared the league's … [Read more...] about 1984-85 Star Bagged Complete Set, Ruth Autographs, Vintage Cards at Freeman’s-Hindman
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Hall of Famer Autograph, Vintage Singles and Lots Part of Clean Sweep Sale
Babe Ruth cards and autographs, classic vintage rookie cards and sets and even some championship jewelry are on the block at Clean Sweep Auctions. The Port Washington, NY company’s latest online event includes over 1,000 lots, most of which are expected to fall in the $500-$5,000 range when bidding comes to an end on June 5. A PSA 8 encapsulated cut signature with a … [Read more...] about Hall of Famer Autograph, Vintage Singles and Lots Part of Clean Sweep Sale
Vintage Sets and Singles, Signed 1952 Roy Campanella, Ruth Autographs Part of Weiss Auction
Four decades worth of Topps baseball card sets, hundreds of autographs including items signed by Babe Ruth and an Olympic torch from the 1936 Berlin games are among the lots in the latest Weiss Auction catalog. Only one autographed copy of the 1952 Topps Roy Campanella exists in the PSA Population Report and it’s in this auction with bidding pushing toward $40,000 at the … [Read more...] about Vintage Sets and Singles, Signed 1952 Roy Campanella, Ruth Autographs Part of Weiss Auction
As a Collector And Signer, Geddy Lee Talks About Autographs and Authentication
He has collected thousands of autographs in his lifetime. As a celebrity, he has probably signed hundreds of thousands of autographs. So to say that rock star Geddy Lee knows autographs would be an enormous understatement. Many of Lee’s high profile items are up for sale this week in a collaborative auction between Christie’s and Hunt Auctions. Bids can be made online, … [Read more...] about As a Collector And Signer, Geddy Lee Talks About Autographs and Authentication
Notes: Panini Fixes Ruth 1/1; Topps Release Updates; Peyton to Rip ’98 Packs
Panini America has fixed the 2022 Panini National Treasures Signature Materials card that had a George Brett autograph instead of Babe Ruth’s. The card was pulled by a collector who purchased a pack from Bob’s Sports Cards in Howell, NJ last month. Shop owner Bob Colello told us he reached out to Panini and the company told him it would fix the issue … [Read more...] about Notes: Panini Fixes Ruth 1/1; Topps Release Updates; Peyton to Rip ’98 Packs
1947 Ruth Gem Mint 10 Autographed Baseball, Thousands of Cardboard Icons Lead Off Memory Lane Auction
Memory Lane’s upcoming catalog is a doubleheader. The Southern California based company has been busy gathering up mounds of rare and high-end items for one of its most extensive auctions ever, packing over 2,200 lots into two separate catalogs that will be arriving on collectors’ doorsteps in a matter of days. One catalog is dedicated exclusively to autographs and the first … [Read more...] about 1947 Ruth Gem Mint 10 Autographed Baseball, Thousands of Cardboard Icons Lead Off Memory Lane Auction
Notes: Special Autograph Book; Emmitt’s Gear; Fergie’s Least Favorite Card; Summit News
A 13-page autograph book, mostly carrying signatures of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and other players of the 1930s, sold at Bonham's Tuesday for $6,375. The cloth-bound book was consigned Susan Palmer, the wife of Hall of Famer Jim Palmer. He stated that she had purchased it about 25 years ago at the urging of her father-in-law. Jim Palmer, a Yankee fan growing up, … [Read more...] about Notes: Special Autograph Book; Emmitt’s Gear; Fergie’s Least Favorite Card; Summit News
Signed Goudey Ruth Cards; Joe Jackson Voucher Headline Heartland Sale
If you missed out on the autographed 1933 Goudey cards from the Uncle Jimmy Collection, you’ve got another shot to snare some others. A group of four different signed Goudey Ruths from a private East Coast collection have made their way to market. The quartet, encompassing all four of Ruth's appearances in the landmark gum card set could bring more than $1 million. “In … [Read more...] about Signed Goudey Ruth Cards; Joe Jackson Voucher Headline Heartland Sale
Thanks, Uncle Jimmy: Family Members Reflect on Humble Relative’s 7-Figure Collection
Uncle Jimmy would have been pleased. James Micioni of Boonton, New Jersey, left a treasure trove when he died at age 97 on March 8, 2020. A baseball card and memorabilia collector throughout his life, Micioni had quietly accumulated a stunning collection of cards, photos and autographs. It included thousands of vintage items, including six different signed 1933 Goudey cards … [Read more...] about Thanks, Uncle Jimmy: Family Members Reflect on Humble Relative’s 7-Figure Collection
Fanatics Holiday Auction to Include Vintage Rookie Cards, Ruth Autographs
Fanatics continues its rapid move into the sports card and memorabilia auction market, with its 2020 Holiday event set to open on Wednesday. The online platform will include high-grade vintage and modern rookie cards, autographs from baseball icons and game-used memorabilia. Over 200 lots will be offered. A long-time major player in the online retail market for … [Read more...] about Fanatics Holiday Auction to Include Vintage Rookie Cards, Ruth Autographs