It’s been an active year for Robert Edward Auctions. The company has sold nearly 17,000 items across its first five auctions of the year with total sales exceeding $19.4 million. Their newest auction should push sales well past $20 million. More than 3,700 items ranging from an 1888 Allen & Ginter boxing card collection that includes Jack Dempsey and … [Read more...] about 800+ T206s, Goudeys, Vintage Boxing Among REA Encore Headliners
Jackie Robinson rookie cards
Retired Firefighter Was Undaunted by 1948-49 Leaf Baseball Set Challenges
Mike Ryan was the bravest of the brave throughout his long career as a fireman rushing in and out of burning buildings in Los Angeles. For the past 35 years, he’s also shown bravery in his approach to baseball card collecting, never backing down from the biggest challenges within the hobby. He acquired 512 of the 524 cards in the T206 set, all in at least very good … [Read more...] about Retired Firefighter Was Undaunted by 1948-49 Leaf Baseball Set Challenges
High-Grade Vintage Cards, Historic Photos Kick Off REA Spring Auction
Over 3,900 items, including a PSA 9 1955 Topps Roberto Clemente rookie card, are scheduled to go on the block Thursday as Robert Edward Auctions rolls out its Spring Auction. The last PSA 9 Clemente Rookie sold for $1.05 million last fall. The auction also features several other notable classic cards cards in high grades, including Jackie Robinson’s 1949 Bowman (PSA MINT … [Read more...] about High-Grade Vintage Cards, Historic Photos Kick Off REA Spring Auction
Boston Show Brings Hall of Famers, Consignments
There’s an adage that states, “the show must go on”. That saying took special meaning over the weekend at a three-day show at the Shriners Auditorium in Wilmington MA. Hobby veteran and show founder Rich Altman passed away suddenly in mid-August last year but his company and team of dedicated workers continues to carry on. Thousands of collectors and a big roster of dealers … [Read more...] about Boston Show Brings Hall of Famers, Consignments
Al Kaline Collection, Baseball Rookie Cards Star in $26 Million Auction
Throughout his seven decades in baseball, Al Kaline accumulated countless memories he shared with fans. He also accumulated plenty of stuff. The collection of the late “Mr. Tiger” was big enough and important enough to have its own dedicated auction catalog. Now, the thousands of pieces that were consigned by his family are on the way to collectors after Heritage … [Read more...] about Al Kaline Collection, Baseball Rookie Cards Star in $26 Million Auction
Two $2 Million Cards in One Auction? It’s Possible
Bidding has already reached $1 million for a 2003-04 Upper Deck Exquisite LeBron James rookie card in Goldin Auctions’ newly launched April Premium event, but don’t be surprised if it goes for double that amount. It might not be the only $2 million card in the auction either. A high-grade copy of Tom Brady’s holy grail rookie card is also up for grabs in a … [Read more...] about Two $2 Million Cards in One Auction? It’s Possible
REA Auction Set to Open with 3,400 Lots
It used to be the only auction the company held each year but while Robert Edward Auctions has added to its calendar with two more catalog sales and a series of smaller events, the company’s Spring showcase is still the flagship. This year’s happening is another monster, with over 3,400 lots in a 750-page catalog. The auction is set to open Friday and run through … [Read more...] about REA Auction Set to Open with 3,400 Lots
2,400 Lots Up for Grabs in Goldin Premium Auction
Packing another batch of high-grade and popular vintage and modern sports cards, Goldin Auctions has opened its 2021 March Premium Auction, with more than 2,400 items on the block. The company has set its sights on approaching the single auction record of $45 million set in its Winter auction last month. Among the highlights is a 2000 Playoff Contenders Tom Brady autographed … [Read more...] about 2,400 Lots Up for Grabs in Goldin Premium Auction
Minnesota Priest’s Cards Bring Strong Prices in Charity Auction
Baseball cards can pay for a lot of scholarships. If you’ve got the right ones, anyway. Father John Ubel certainly did. A lifelong collector, the rector of the Cathedral of St. Paul in Minnesota scooped up rookie cards of Jackie Robinson and Hank Aaron about a dozen years ago for several hundred dollars apiece. He was a fan, but hadn’t kept up with the … [Read more...] about Minnesota Priest’s Cards Bring Strong Prices in Charity Auction
A Divine Collection? Priest Auctioning Off His Vintage Baseball Cards to Benefit Low-Income Students
Many cosmologies revolve around helping the less fortunate, a principle that is embraced by Christians during the 40-day liturgical season of Lent. Some give up luxuries like coffee, others alcohol—but some use the time to look beyond themselves in an effort to provide for those who may not have many luxuries at all. Father John Ubel, rector of the Cathedral of St. Paul … [Read more...] about A Divine Collection? Priest Auctioning Off His Vintage Baseball Cards to Benefit Low-Income Students