From books to rugs to Old West memorabilia and beyond, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer has always been a collector. So why is Kareem Abdul-Jabbar selling the best items from his basketball career, including his championship rings, game-worn jerseys and major awards? He says it’s not because he needs the money but rather a desire to help kids. So far, collectors … [Read more...]
Gary Carter’s Family Consigns Career Collection
Heritage Auctions will sell dozens of items once owned and used by Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter. Set to open in late October, the Gary Carter Collection will include several of Carter’s All-Star Game rings, the last out baseball from the 1986 World Series, awards, game-used gear, autographs and items he obtained during his 21-year playing career. Carter, who spent the … [Read more...]
Robin Yount Turns Career Memorabilia Over to SCP Auctions
Hall of Famer Robin Yount has consigned dozens of items from his personal memorabilia collection including the bat and ball from his 3,000th hit, to SCP Auctions. The company will offer the items in its upcoming 2016 Mid-Summer Classic online auction. Drafted by the Brewers third overall in 1973, Yount was just 18 when he made his debut for Milwaukee in 1974. With almost … [Read more...]
Jack Brickhouse Collection Set for Chicago Sale Saturday
Memorabilia from the career of Hall of Fame broadcaster Jack Brickhouse is being sold this weekend. Brickhouse died in 1998 at age 82. He’s best known as the voice of the Chicago Cubs on WGN Radio and TV from 1948-81 but also broadcast Chicago Bears football, boxing and other sports. He also handled national assignments including several World Series. Coy-Krupp, a local … [Read more...]
Brooks Robinson Collection Brings $1.44 Million
Memorabilia from the life and career of Hall of Famer Brooks Robinson sold at auction Saturday night with fans and collectors scrambling for a piece of the most popular player in Baltimore Orioles history. Robinson, now 78, decided to consign his awards, championship jewelry and game-used items he’d saved to benefit a charitable foundation he and his wife Connie … [Read more...]