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
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2nd Round of Emmitt Smith Auctions Includes Gear from Final Cowboys Game, TD Footballs
Another round of game-used items from the career of Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith are on the auction block. Smith has partnered with Notable Live for a series of auctions throughout the 2021 NFL season in which he’s offering items from his own extensive collection including game-worn jerseys, shoes and other equipment, game balls, autographed pieces and … [Read more...] about 2nd Round of Emmitt Smith Auctions Includes Gear from Final Cowboys Game, TD Footballs
Emmitt Smith Auctioning Game-Used Gear, Memorabilia, Autographs
NFL great Emmitt Smith is putting items from his personal collection up for auction as part of a new partnership. Throughout the 2021-2022 football season, Smith will be auctioning off game-worn and autographed items on eBay while connecting with fans and collectors in a live, virtual environment. The first group of items being offered this week include … [Read more...] about Emmitt Smith Auctioning Game-Used Gear, Memorabilia, Autographs
Jim Jeffcoat Q&A: Former Cowboys’ Standout Talks Collecting, Career
Matawan, New Jersey native Jim Jeffcoat was a star high school defensive lineman. He headed west to play college football for the Arizona State University Sun Devils. He was All-Pac 10 first team and an All American honorable mention in 1982. He was later inducted into the ASU Ring of Honor. A big, bruising defender, Jeffcoat was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the first … [Read more...] about Jim Jeffcoat Q&A: Former Cowboys’ Standout Talks Collecting, Career
Emmitt Smith Offering Game Balls, Jerseys in eBay Auction
Pro Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith has turned over some items from his personal collection to eBay for a special auction. It’s part of a partnership between the online sales giant and Smith’s authentication company, PROVA Group. Among the items up for bid are a pair of game balls including the one Smith carried across the goal line for the third touchdown … [Read more...] about Emmitt Smith Offering Game Balls, Jerseys in eBay Auction
Philly Show Draws Collectors, Autograph Seekers
With a history dating back to the 1970s, the Philly Show has evolved over the years but it’s still a drawing card for avid collectors and Philadelphia area fans. The last of three shows for 2019 took place Friday, Saturday and Sunday with over 170 booths and dealers from 18 different states, along with auction houses and authenticators. Emmitt Smith, Allen Iverson, Steve … [Read more...] about Philly Show Draws Collectors, Autograph Seekers
Chantilly, Strongsville, Edison Shows Bring Out the Stars–and Cards
Three major shows over the weekend brought collectors out to snare autographs and do some shopping. Michael Irvin, who underwent a throat biopsy last week, came to Chantilly, VA with former teammates Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith to sign autographs at the CSA Show. The trio signed autographs and posed for pictures not long after Irvin learned the biopsy came back clean, … [Read more...] about Chantilly, Strongsville, Edison Shows Bring Out the Stars–and Cards
Emmitt’s Signed Gamer to Reggie White Tops Super Bowl Auction
A game-worn helmet, signed and presented by the Dallas Cowboys star running back to another NFL legend during the middle of their careers sold for $67,563 in the annual Super Bowl Auction in Atlanta. The battle-scarred Cowboys helmet was signed and inscribed by Smith sometime after the Cowboys beat the Eagles in the opening round of the NFC playoffs that year. It … [Read more...] about Emmitt’s Signed Gamer to Reggie White Tops Super Bowl Auction
When it Was Aikman vs Emmitt: Troy’s Aloha Bowl Jersey Coming to Auction
Three seasons before they would be united as teammates with the Dallas Cowboys and embark on a remarkable 1990s run that saw them win three Super Bowls, Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith were on opposite sidelines. Aikman had transferred from Oklahoma to UCLA where he got a starting opportunity. The Bruins were the nation's fifth ranked team in 1987, a talented squad that … [Read more...] about When it Was Aikman vs Emmitt: Troy’s Aloha Bowl Jersey Coming to Auction
Notes: Shows in Toronto, Chicago; Tech Changes in the Hobby; Illegible Autographs
A couple of shows brought out autograph signers and collectors over the weekend. Some social media activity from the Sports Card Expo in Toronto and the Fanatics Authentic event in Chicago... Having a blast at the Sport Card Expo in the International Centre. #sports as far as the eye can see! We're representing #Barrie folks! #FanCave @sportcardexpo A post shared … [Read more...] about Notes: Shows in Toronto, Chicago; Tech Changes in the Hobby; Illegible Autographs