A few short clips from Wednesday at the National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago. Have a video you want to share from the show? A photo? Send them our way ([email protected]). … [Read more...] about Video from NSCC Day One
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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
Gretzky Rookie Cards Are Focus of New Website
When hockey fans think of greatness on ice, most still immediately think of Wayne Gretzky. Much like other great athletes of his time, the Gretzky sports memorabilia chase will always be a hot one. Now, a new web site has launched, devoted to Gretzky rookie cards. Featuring articles that appeal to collectors and fans alike, GretzkyRookieCard.com also features links to the … [Read more...] about Gretzky Rookie Cards Are Focus of New Website
PSA Opening East Coast Office
To meet the increasing needs of collectors and dealers in the eastern United States, especially in the hobby of autograph collecting, Professional Sports Authenticator (www.PSAcard.com) and PSA/DNA Authentication Services will open an office in Woodbridge, New Jersey this summer. Submissions will be accepted in person by appointment at the new office; however, all items … [Read more...] about PSA Opening East Coast Office
Jason Terry NBA Finals Shoes Auction
Dallas Mavericks star guard, Jason Terry and Reebok are holding a charitable auction featuring Terry’s autographed Reebok Zig Slash sneakers worn during the series-clinching NBA Finals. According to a news release, all proceeds from the auction will benefit the Jason Terry Foundation "to help youth achieve their dreams through education, … [Read more...] about Jason Terry NBA Finals Shoes Auction
College World Series Stadium Auction Set
The Omaha Zoo Foundation announced Monday that will hold an auction to sell memorabilia items from the College World Series stadium, allowing the public to own a part of the Rosenblatt legacy. The Foundation took ownership of Rosenblatt Stadium on June 9. The live auction will take place Thursday, June 23 but collectors will be able to participate online. All proceeds will … [Read more...] about College World Series Stadium Auction Set
2011 Topps Pro Debut: Back to the Future
The Pro Debut line is a lynchpin of Topps license to produce minor league cards to go with their major league exclusive. The players in this product cannot have appeared in the major leagues when they are featured in the product. This is a neat idea in that Topps can use a wide mix of players and although none of the players’ futures are guaranteed, the odds are pretty decent … [Read more...] about 2011 Topps Pro Debut: Back to the Future
Game Worn NBA Finals Jerseys To Be Sold
Watching the Mavericks and Heat on TV not quite good enough? If you've got the financial resources, you can bid on the game worn jerseys from Games 1 and 3 at auctions.nba.com. The Game 1 auction will end on June 16 and the Game 3 auction will end on June 23. Minimum bid for most jerseys is $250. Last year's jerseys from Games 1 and 3 between the Lakers and Celtics … [Read more...] about Game Worn NBA Finals Jerseys To Be Sold
Mantle Rookie, Spiderman Giveaway Draws 20,000 Entries
Want to win a Mickey Mantle rookie card? Collectors have the chance to do that through bidStart's Really Big Giveaway. The website is giving away one of three prizes, each valued at $5,000 including a PSA 5 1951 Bowman Mantle rookie. The company says over 200,000 entries have been received with the drawing set for next week. “With such unique, beautiful and … [Read more...] about Mantle Rookie, Spiderman Giveaway Draws 20,000 Entries
DiMaggio Streak Celebrated Online
It was 70 years ago that New York Yankee Joe DiMaggio began a legendary hitting streak that obliterated the previous record and has gone unchallenged to this day. In fact, no one has ever come close. To commemorate the anniversary of this historic achievement, Americans young and old are invited to participate in celebrations and remembrances hosted by JoeDiMaggio.com and … [Read more...] about DiMaggio Streak Celebrated Online