A European sports memorabilia marketplace is entering the U.S. sports collectibles market in a big way. MatchWornShirt, founded in 2017 by brothers Bob and Tijmen Zonderwijk, has announced a partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation, the United States National Soccer Team Players Association and the United States Women’s National Team Players Association. The … [Read more...] about US National Soccer Teams in Auction Deal for Game-Worn Jerseys
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Canadian Hockey Team to Don, Auction Happy Gilmore Jerseys
Here’s a jersey that even your non-collecting sports friends could appreciate. The British Columbia Hockey League’s West Kelowna Warriors will hold a Happy Gilmore Night on Nov. 1, with players wearing jerseys like the one Happy wore during the hockey tryout scene in the early part of the movie. Those jersey will be auctioned off. “With the production of Happy Gilmore 2 … [Read more...] about Canadian Hockey Team to Don, Auction Happy Gilmore Jerseys
Jose Fernandez Gamer, Signed Hall of Famer Jerseys Up for Auction
A jersey from Jose Fernandez's first start of what would be his final season is among the items being offered by Fanatics Auctions. The white Miami Marlins jersey was worn by the late pitcher on April 6, 2016 when he struck out 13 of the 17 Detroit Tigers he faced but gave up five runs in a 7-3 Marlins win. One of the most promising starters in baseball, the … [Read more...] about Jose Fernandez Gamer, Signed Hall of Famer Jerseys Up for Auction
Best Way to Display an Autographed Jersey
As a student in the early 1990s, a Georgia man was a huge college basketball fan and never missed a home game. He was fortunate to have a class with Dennis Scott, a stand-out player who went on to a long and successful career in the NBA. Along with teammates Kenny Anderson and Brian Oliver, Scott was part of Tech's “Lethal Weapon 3,” leading the team to the Final Four in … [Read more...] about Best Way to Display an Autographed Jersey
Game Worn Jerseys: A Beginner’s Guide
When buying game worn jerseys, it is important to know how to find out whether the item is authentic. This involves research such as finding actual photos of the season where it supposedly was worn. This can be even furthered narrowed down to a game in the season where the jersey was used. One of the best resources for finding photo matched jerseys is Getty images. … [Read more...] about Game Worn Jerseys: A Beginner’s Guide
George Brett Signed ‘Pine Tar Game’ Jersey Will Hit Auction Block in February
Video of the raging Royal documents a memorable moment in major league history. The clip shows George Brett charging out of the dugout at Yankee Stadium, veins sticking out of his neck, furiously trying to get at home plate umpire Tim McClelland. It was July 24, 1983, and the umpire had just called Brett out for having too much pine tar on his bat, negating a two-run, … [Read more...] about George Brett Signed ‘Pine Tar Game’ Jersey Will Hit Auction Block in February
Notes: Jersey Sales and Surprises for Old Bears
Patrick Mahomes’ jersey from the Kansas City Chiefs’ win over the San Diego Chargers in Mexico City last month just sold for $23,100 through NFL Auctions. The unwashed white garment sported plenty of grass stains. A total of 64 bids were placed on the jersey. Proceeds will go to Mahomes’ foundation which helps young people in … [Read more...] about Notes: Jersey Sales and Surprises for Old Bears
Notes: Western Canada Show a Hit; Sign-Stealing Bobblehead; Topps Exclusives; More
A pretty good crowd turned out for the Western Canada Collectibles Experience in Langley, B.C. last week. Several dozen dealers, authenticators and show sponsor Upper Deck were set up at the Langley Events Centre. The event also included autograph sessions with Ray Bourque, Doug Gilmour, Grant Fuhr, Rogie Vachon and newly-minted Basketball Hall of Famer Jack Sikma. The … [Read more...] about Notes: Western Canada Show a Hit; Sign-Stealing Bobblehead; Topps Exclusives; More
Clippers, MeiGray Agree to 3-Year, Game-Worn Jersey Deal
The L.A. Clippers have agreed to a partnership that will bring game-worn jerseys from one of the NBA’s championship favorites to collectors through the MeiGray Group. Announced Monday afternoon, the deal runs through the 2021-2022 season. MeiGray, which directs the NBA & MeiGray Game-Worn Authentication Program, will be working directly with the Clippers to offer … [Read more...] about Clippers, MeiGray Agree to 3-Year, Game-Worn Jersey Deal
Notes: Post Cereal’s 1961 Newspaper Apology for “Goof” on Baseball Card Set
If you've ever collected 1961 Post Cereal baseball cards, you know there's a curious error/variation across the set. When the Washington Senators moved to Minnesota, it sent Post into a bit of a scramble. Someone thought they'd be called the "Minneapolis Senators" and so cards found on millions of boxes of cereal that spring and summer carried "Minneapolis" on the front … [Read more...] about Notes: Post Cereal’s 1961 Newspaper Apology for “Goof” on Baseball Card Set