Autographed copies of some famous photographs, including some that will ring a bell with sports card collectors, have hit the market in the newly launched Heritage Icons Photography Auction. Basketball card collectors will recognize a 1948 photo of basketball’s pioneering big man, George Mikan. While it’s not the first time a photo just like the one seen on his 1948 … [Read more...] about Signed Mikan Rookie Card Photo Tips Off Heritage Auction
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PSA 9 George Mikan Rookie Sells for Record Price
One of the four 1948 Bowman George Mikan rookie cards graded PSA Mint 9 sold on eBay Wednesday for a record $800,000. That's according to eBay. Through it's PR firm, the company confirmed the sale was completed by longtime dealer Rick Probstein. eBay wouldn't provide any information regarding the buyer, the card's provenance or even how long it had been for … [Read more...] about PSA 9 George Mikan Rookie Sells for Record Price
Money Laundering, Murder and a Museum: What Became of the PSA 10 George Mikan Rookie Card
Internet sportsbook 5Dimes has agreed to forfeit more than $46.8 million as part of a settlement in a federal money-laundering investigation, according to a news release from U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. According to the settlement, reached Wednesday, 5Dimes agreed to pay $15 million and forfeit more than $30 million in assets, … [Read more...] about Money Laundering, Murder and a Museum: What Became of the PSA 10 George Mikan Rookie Card
10 High Powered Vintage Basketball Cards
Basketball card collecting exploded during the 1990s, as did card production numbers. Once unappreciated cards from all eras suddenly had a big following--and bigger prices thanks to the rise of Michael Jordan, the arrival of David Robinson, the 1992 Dream Team, increased TV coverage and the convergence of numerous popular Hall of Fame players. Yet the NBA's history goes … [Read more...] about 10 High Powered Vintage Basketball Cards
Most Expensive Sports Memorabilia of 2015
From Mikan to Mantle and Ruth to Ali, some of the biggest names in sports history changed hands this year. With new bidders entering the hobby, some of whom are buying for investment and others for pure enjoyment, prices for sports icons and famous baseball cards continue to rise. A list of the most expensive sports memorabilia of 2015 includes at least ten items that sold … [Read more...] about Most Expensive Sports Memorabilia of 2015
Graded Vintage Basketball Cards are Focus of New Website
Hoop heads, take note. A new website devoted to your hobby is now live. Vintage Graded Basketball Cards, the new resource is dedicated entirely to collecting classic vintage basketball cards and features links to the most popular cards and sets being offered for sale online. The site provides collectors with background information on some of the most … [Read more...] about Graded Vintage Basketball Cards are Focus of New Website
One of Best Known 1948-49 Bowman Basketball Sets Hits Market
There were no alley oop jams. No fancy shoes. No team jets. Pro basketball in the 1940s was played in Fort Wayne and Syracuse, not L.A. and Miami. The game was popular enough in the east, though, that one upstart gum company decided to launch what became the first ever mainstream pro basketball trading card set. Now, one auction house is selling the best 1948-49 Bowman … [Read more...] about One of Best Known 1948-49 Bowman Basketball Sets Hits Market