In the early 1900s, tobacco companies produced sports cards as a way of promoting their brands. One brand did this with college students in mind - Murad, which produced Turkish tobacco products. Turkish tobacco products were springing up as they offered an alternative to American tobacco. One of the more famous sports card sets that was produced by a Turkish tobacco company was … [Read more...] about Early 1900s Murad Tobacco, Cards, Silks, Felts Focused on College Sports
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The Dawn of Autograph Shows
by Rich Klein In the more than three decades I have been involved in this hobby, perhaps nothing has changed more than the concept of autographs at shows. When I first started attending shows in the mid-late 70's the concept usually meant a former player like Earl Battey (who was probably paid a reasonable fee such as $500) signing free autographs for a couple of hours … [Read more...] about The Dawn of Autograph Shows
Rich’s Ramblings: Of Old Willow Grove Days
by Rich Klein In many ways, these have been some of the most enjoyable articles I have ever written. I have enjoyed reading your comments and to those who have emailed me, thank you so much. And to those who are enjoying these rambles through time, there is plenty more to ramble about in the near future. One of my other interests involves performing some work for my … [Read more...] about Rich’s Ramblings: Of Old Willow Grove Days
TitleRings.com Spotlights Growing Niche For Championship Rings
They were once considered little reminders of a special season. Nothing more, really. Something to show friends and family. A conversation piece to wear during the off-season. Now, championship rings often reflect the big business that is pro and college sports. Super Bowl rings are worth thousands of dollars even before the collectible value is factored in because of the … [Read more...] about TitleRings.com Spotlights Growing Niche For Championship Rings
College World Series Stadium Seats to be Sold
Seats from the long-time home of the College World Series will hit the market soon. Rosenblatt Stadium opened in 1948 and has been host to the College World Series for 60 years. The final CWS game at Rosenblatt was played on June 29, 2010. The park was also home to several minor league teams, including the AAA Omaha Royals. Both the CWS and Royals moved to a new stadium … [Read more...] about College World Series Stadium Seats to be Sold
2011 Upper Deck Football Includes Autos, Evolution
2011 Upper Deck Football was released late last week, with collectors getting their first look at the company’s first-to-market “Evolution” video trading cards, which are randomly inserted into various boxes. Each of the video cards, which measure 2.5” wide x 3.5” high x 0.5” thick, includes 60 seconds’ worth of highlight reel footage featuring one of four standout players: … [Read more...] about 2011 Upper Deck Football Includes Autos, Evolution
North Carolina Basketball Cards Latest UD Product
Continuing to focus on its college trading card license exclusive, Upper Deck has just released a collection of college basketball cards focusing on the University of North Carolina. The 183-card set celebrates more than 100 years of Tar Heels basketball – both the men’s and women’s programs – and includes autographed cards from standouts like Michael Jordan, Sam Perkins, … [Read more...] about North Carolina Basketball Cards Latest UD Product
Kuhn Goes From Small School to Super Bowl Champ
He attended a small high school. Went to a small college. Got cut from the practice squad of his home state team. Not exactly the type of background you'd expect in a sports card show autograph guest. But John Kuhn doesn't let anything get in his way. All it takes to learn that is to watch a Green Bay Packers game. Finding a home in Packerland, Kuhn has become a fan … [Read more...] about Kuhn Goes From Small School to Super Bowl Champ
Before the Miracle: Herb Brooks 1970 Team USA Jersey
He was the coach who turned a scrappy bunch of college kids into Olympic champions capable of beating one of the world's all-time great hockey powers. Herb Brooks may be identified more closely as coach of the 1980 gold-medal winning U.S. team in Lake Placid but a decade before he was making his own history on the ice. Perhaps the first Brooks game-worn jersey ever to be … [Read more...] about Before the Miracle: Herb Brooks 1970 Team USA Jersey
Bryce Harper: The Uber Prospect Awaits
by Paul Davis Collectors know his name, even if they've never seen him play. They'll see plenty of Bryce Harper's face once 2011 Topps baseball products begin to materialize. Harper, the #1 selection in the 2010 MLB draft by the Washington Nationals, has been called by scouts "more talented than Ken Griffey, Jr. or Alex Rodriguez at the same age." The 18-year old Las … [Read more...] about Bryce Harper: The Uber Prospect Awaits