Collectors, parent company of PSA and eBay Inc. say they have closed a series of deals announced last month, in which eBay acquired Goldin from Collectors and PSA took over the eBay Vault. The goal, they say, will be "seamless transactions and extensive data-based insights to support decision-making for trading card collectors." The rollout is expected … [Read more...] about Collectors, eBay, Goldin Deal Now Done
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eBay Acquires Goldin; PSA Acquires eBay Vault in Unfolding Deal
Less than three years after acquiring Goldin Auctions, Collectors Holdings is selling the New Jersey-based collectibles marketplace to eBay. In addition, the definitive agreement also includes the sale of eBay's vault to PSA. Financial details of the transaction weren't revealed. Neither is final yet, but are expected to close simultaneously between now and … [Read more...] about eBay Acquires Goldin; PSA Acquires eBay Vault in Unfolding Deal
Maradona Hand of God Ball, High End Cards Lead Goldin Elite Sale
Nine months after the jersey Diego Maradona was wearing when he scored the most famous goals of his legendary career sold for over $9 million, the infamous “Hand of God'' ball from the 1986 World Cup is now up for sale. The ball is among the top items in Goldin's January Sports Elite Auction. Bidding stood at $700,000 on Tuesday. One of the most famous goals … [Read more...] about Maradona Hand of God Ball, High End Cards Lead Goldin Elite Sale
News & Notes: Goldin Launches New Platforms; Robby/Mantle Miscut Crossed; TN Shop Burglary
Goldin launched its new Marketplace and Weekly Auction on Tuesday. As we reported last month, the company’s Marketplace is a buy/sell platform. Offers can be made and sales conducted instantly, similar to eBay’s “Buy it Now.” Over 50 items were sold in the first few hours after launch Tuesday morning, including a PSA 7 Nolan Ryan rookie card and numerous … [Read more...] about News & Notes: Goldin Launches New Platforms; Robby/Mantle Miscut Crossed; TN Shop Burglary
Collectors/Goldin Set to Open New Lower Cost Marketplace, Weekly Auctions
Goldin and its parent company, Collectors, are launching two new online marketplaces for sports cards, memorabilia and other collectibles early in 2023. The new Goldin Marketplace and Weekly Auction will each be connected to the company's vault, with collectors able to offer items on either platform. The Marketplace will be designed for items valued at $100 and up but … [Read more...] about Collectors/Goldin Set to Open New Lower Cost Marketplace, Weekly Auctions
Goldin, PSA Launch Quick Turnaround Service for Selling Cards
Goldin and PSA launched two new platforms Tuesday, both designed to get valuable cards to market in a short time frame. Customers who participate in the new programs — called “Grading with Goldin” and “Rip & Flip” — are designed for cards valued at $499 and above. Collectors will be able to send their raw cards to Goldin, which will forward them to PSA where they’re … [Read more...] about Goldin, PSA Launch Quick Turnaround Service for Selling Cards
Notes: Fanatics’ Hoops Drop; Drake’s In; Big Flawless Pull; Ayton for Women; Goldin Tallies Bidders
Collectors got a glimpse of one of the methods Fanatics will likely be using for a few select sports card products as they play a much bigger role in the hobby. On Thursday morning, the company released a Hoops Basketball Mega Box with Green Ice parallels. The Fanatics exclusive boxes with parallels that can only be found there aren't new but the "drop" sales format is … [Read more...] about Notes: Fanatics’ Hoops Drop; Drake’s In; Big Flawless Pull; Ayton for Women; Goldin Tallies Bidders
Goldin Partners with L.A. Rams for Game Used Gear
The Los Angeles Rams have partnered with Goldin to offer the team’s game-used and game-worn memorabilia and VIP experiences. Goldin will receive game balls, game-worn jerseys, pairs of game-used gloves and other equipment to be auctioned following Rams preseason and regular season games. Goldin and the Rams also will create exclusive VIP experiences that … [Read more...] about Goldin Partners with L.A. Rams for Game Used Gear
Collectors Holdings Acquires Goldin Auctions
The newly formed company that owns Collectors Universe, parent firm of PSA, is buying Goldin Auctions. Collectors Holdings, LP announced Thursday morning that is was acquiring the New Jersey-based auction company just a few months after it had received a $40 million investment from The Chernin Group and others. Collectors Holdings is owned by a group that includes … [Read more...] about Collectors Holdings Acquires Goldin Auctions
Notes: Curry’s Bruce Lee Shoes Auction; Heritage Tally, More
Custom game-worn sneakers depicting martial arts legend Bruce Lee created by NBA star and two time MVP, Stephen Curry are being auctioned for charity. The shoes were designed to show support for the victims of shootings that took place on March 16 at three Atlanta-area spas. They’re now among the featured items in Goldin Auctions’ current sale. All proceeds from the … [Read more...] about Notes: Curry’s Bruce Lee Shoes Auction; Heritage Tally, More