Many sports card shops across North America have either been forced to close by local or state government or have made the decision on their own because of the Coronavirus. It's a challenging moment for many who rely on customers to sell boxes, singles, memorabilia, supplies and other items through their physical locations. We're hoping to help out by providing a … [Read more...] about Directory of Sports Card Shops Offering Online Selling, Breaking During COVID-19
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Beckett Grading Open With Smaller Staff in Place
Beckett Grading is back to work on a limited basis. The company says it is accepting shipments to its Dallas offices, but warns that because of reduced staffing in place until at least April 30, processing times may be slower than they had been before the Coronavirus outbreak. In a statement posted on their website, Beckett stated it will be “working with a very limited … [Read more...] about Beckett Grading Open With Smaller Staff in Place
Notes: Select “Hybrid” Basketball; Zion Tickets; UD Hockey Releases; Cooperstown and COVID
Panini released a basketball product on Monday morning. 2019-20 Select “Hybrid” basketball is an offshoot of the previously released Select product. It was available only as an online exclusive beginning at 11 AM Eastern time and sold out Dutch Auction-style with the most patient buyers snaring them for $364-$410 per box. Each box holds four six-card packs … [Read more...] about Notes: Select “Hybrid” Basketball; Zion Tickets; UD Hockey Releases; Cooperstown and COVID
Trading Card Products Slowed by Virus Closures
Sports card manufacturers are now facing product delays a result of business closures. A shelter-in-place order issued by Texas Governor Greg Abbott has halted work at the facility that prints Panini America’s cards. 2019 Flawless Football, which is scheduled to be released this Wednesday, should not be impacted, but it is likely the last Panini product … [Read more...] about Trading Card Products Slowed by Virus Closures
Athletes Pitch in for COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund Auction
Prominent athletes have donated autographed items and their time to benefit the World Health Organization Solidarity Response Fund in a new auction being conducted through the CollectibleXChange. Collectors can also donate their own items. Auction lots include those from Mariano Rivera, Justin Tuck, Carli Lloyd, Barry Sanders, Bill … [Read more...] about Athletes Pitch in for COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund Auction
Spielman’s Auctions Inspire Sports Talk Host to Assist Needy Colleagues
Former Ohio State and NFL linebacker Chris Spielman's efforts to help those having a rough time during the Coronavirus outbreak are paying off--both in money and inspiration. Now an NFL analyst for Fox, Spielman pledged to sell some of his career memorabilia on eBay and turn the proceeds over to those needy families and individuals who were nominated by fans. Late last … [Read more...] about Spielman’s Auctions Inspire Sports Talk Host to Assist Needy Colleagues
Chris Spielman Auctioning Career Memorabilia to Help COVID Needy
Former Ohio State and NFL linebacker Chris Spielman is putting some of the memorabilia from his career up for auction to help those struggling because of the economic fallout from the Coronavirus. Spielman, now an analyst for Fox football broadcasts, has created an eBay account and is selling his 1984 Big Ten championship ring, a game-worn, signed Buffalo Bills jersey … [Read more...] about Chris Spielman Auctioning Career Memorabilia to Help COVID Needy
Dr. Fauci Bobbleheads Will Raise Money to Fight Coronavirus
There may not be a ballpark bobblehead giveaway of your favorite player for quite a while, but the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum is hoping you’ll make room on your shelf for Dr. Anthony Fauci in the meantime. The Milwaukee-based company has unveiled plans to create a bobblehead to honor Dr. Fauci, who has become America’s voice of reason as one … [Read more...] about Dr. Fauci Bobbleheads Will Raise Money to Fight Coronavirus
Notes: Mainstream Media Stories on the Hobby; Popular MJ Exquisite Card Sells; Johnny’s Collection
There have been economic downturns and other events that have impacted the sports memorabilia world over the last few decades but never before have so many hobby-related businesses been forced to shut down for multiple weeks. Even with today’s emphasis on e-commerce and social media sales, the Coronavirus has been an unprecedented challenge: one that puts the … [Read more...] about Notes: Mainstream Media Stories on the Hobby; Popular MJ Exquisite Card Sells; Johnny’s Collection
COVID-19 Notes: NSCC Still a Go; Toronto Expo Postponed; BBCE, Auction Company Updates
Some hobby-related COVID-19 updates.... The National Sports Collectors Convention is scheduled to be underway four months from right now, and at least for now, promoters have no plans to cancel or postpone the show, which is in Atlantic City this year. That, however, is still subject to change in light of the ongoing uncertainties. "We just wanted to take a few … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Notes: NSCC Still a Go; Toronto Expo Postponed; BBCE, Auction Company Updates