The Basketball Hall of Fame has terminated its agreement with Grey Flannel Auctions and is suing the company for what it says are unpaid bills in conjunction with the annual auction at the Springfield, MA shrine. As first reported by MassLive.com, the suit indicates that a contract between the two parties stipulated that Grey Flannel was to pay the Hall of Fame $50,000 … [Read more...] about Basketball Hall Sues Grey Flannel, Terminates Contract
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Michael Jordan’s Signed ‘Flu Game’ Shoes Consigned to Auction
It’s known simply as ‘The Flu Game’. Michael Jordan was as sick as he had ever been the night of June 11, 1997, but NBA Finals Game 5 awaited in Salt Lake City. In what ESPN recently described as his second greatest moment ever, Jordan summoned the strength to not only play, but lead the Chicago Bulls to a critical win. Now, Grey Flannel Auctions says the shoes Jordan was … [Read more...] about Michael Jordan’s Signed ‘Flu Game’ Shoes Consigned to Auction
Auction Roundup: 1st Masters Champ Jacket Brings $682,229; Wilt Warriors Jersey $78,000
It had been handed down through family members since the first Masters Champion’s death nearly 50 years ago, finally resting in a closet. Early Sunday morning, a Green Jacket awarded to Horton Smith for his 1934 and 1936 wins at Augusta became the most expensive piece of golf memorabilia ever sold at auction. The jacket, which was actually awarded in retroactive … [Read more...] about Auction Roundup: 1st Masters Champ Jacket Brings $682,229; Wilt Warriors Jersey $78,000
Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Auction Includes Superstar Jerseys, Jerry Lucas Collection
Another former pro sports star has decided to liquidate a memorabilia collection. The 2013 Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Auction will feature a 1960 Olympic Basketball gold medal and other items from former Ohio State and NBA star Jerry Lucas. This year’s Induction Auction on Sept. 7 – Grey Flannel Auctions' eighth such event to date – includes 143 lots, each … [Read more...] about Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Auction Includes Superstar Jerseys, Jerry Lucas Collection
Bullish on Basketball Memorabilia,Grey Flannel Renews HOF Deal
Grey Flannel Auctions has announced the renewal of its exclusive partnership agreement with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts. The agreement extends the arrangement that has existed between the two entities since the early 1990s. Under the terms of the partnership, Grey Flannel will continue to conduct its Annual Basketball Hall of … [Read more...] about Bullish on Basketball Memorabilia,Grey Flannel Renews HOF Deal
‘Ball Boys’ is ABC’s Swing at Sports Memorabilia Reality TV
We are about to witness the Battle of the Sports Memorabilia Reality Shows. Just a few days after Discovery released information on its All Star Dealers series featuring the boys from Grey Flannel Auctions, ABC-TV offered details on its own production, set to debut a month later. From the producers of cable's top rated "Pawn Stars," "Ball Boys" follows the sports … [Read more...] about ‘Ball Boys’ is ABC’s Swing at Sports Memorabilia Reality TV
All Star Dealers Reality Show Premier Set for Jan. 24
The sports memorabilia industry goes prime time later this month when Discovery Channel launches its new show "All Star Dealers", a reality-type show centered around the doings of Grey Flannel Auctions. The network released a couple of video clips from upcoming shows on Thursday. Premiering January 24 at 9 p.m. eastern time, the show bills itself as "SportsCenter meets … [Read more...] about All Star Dealers Reality Show Premier Set for Jan. 24
Editor’s Blog: DiMaggio Jersey Sells for $250K+, Kid Gets Forked Over Mantle Card, Beckett Graded Card Guide Coming
A 1948-49 Joe DiMaggio jersey topped all bidding early Thursday morning, as Grey Flannel Auctions wrapped up its final event of 2011. The road gray shirt sold for $256,868 including the company's buyer's premium. The auction company claimed the jersey was worn by the late Hall of Famer in '48 and possibly also the following season. Another item from Yankee history also … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: DiMaggio Jersey Sells for $250K+, Kid Gets Forked Over Mantle Card, Beckett Graded Card Guide Coming
Top Ten Most Expensive Knicks Jerseys
OK, so the NBA season is beginning to flutter away with each flap of the lips from owners and players. We already know it won't be a full season even if a settlement is reached today. Fans and collectors may have to be content with remembering games past until sanity returns. We make no guarantees that this is 100% accurate, but here is a list of the top ten vintage … [Read more...] about Top Ten Most Expensive Knicks Jerseys
Could 2012 Be the Year of the Sports Memorabilia Reality Show?
The production company responsible for some of cable’s hottest shows is still looking for collectors to be part of their new show centered around a sports memorabilia business. We posted a story about it a couple of weeks ago, which casting director Danielle Gervais told us did result in a story you might see when the show hits the air on a major network. But they’re still … [Read more...] about Could 2012 Be the Year of the Sports Memorabilia Reality Show?