The Hobby gives and takes. For most, the joy of collecting outweighs the sting of an occasional setback. Yet, we can’t help but remember those missed opportunities and wonder, ‘What if?’ We often see the “wins” or the pulls of a lifetime on social media. We might also read about negative experiences with other people. But regrets are seldom discussed. Regrets can be … [Read more...] about Regrets? Yes, These Collectors Have Had a Few
Japanese baseball cards
National Dealer Has Been Selling Japanese Cards, Memorabilia for 35 Years
Making two trips a year to Japan to buy baseball cards may seem extreme to the average sports card collector, but not to Robert Klevens. The owner of Prestige Collectibles is at the National Sports Collectors Convention with an expansive booth full of Japanese sports cards. Klevens has been buying them for almost 35 years. It’s a hobby he took up while living in Japan. He … [Read more...] about National Dealer Has Been Selling Japanese Cards, Memorabilia for 35 Years
Yoshinobu Yamamoto Baseball Cards Have Been Flying Under the Radar
The Los Angeles Dodgers aren't making any friends among the other Major League Baseball franchises, having spent over $1.1 billion (yes, with a B) on free agents this offseason. Days after landing Shohei Ohtani, their latest deal with another Japanese superstar is complete at 12 years, $325 million and Yoshinobu Yamamoto baseball cards featuring him in blue and white will be … [Read more...] about Yoshinobu Yamamoto Baseball Cards Have Been Flying Under the Radar
‘Wonder of the World’: 1921 Japanese Babe Ruth Postcard Up for Auction
Babe Ruth was a revered figure in Japan, and an extremely rare postcard of the Bambino more than a century old is featured in Memory Lane’s current Summer Rarities Auction. The 1921 Asahina Sporting Goods postcard featuring Ruth, graded 1.5 by PSA, is one of two known to exist. The other one is part of a private collection that was bought more than a decade ago. The graded … [Read more...] about ‘Wonder of the World’: 1921 Japanese Babe Ruth Postcard Up for Auction
Topps Renews Licensing Deal to Make NPB Cards in Japan
Topps will continue making cards for Japan’s top baseball league this year. The company has extended its licensing agreement with Nippon Professional Baseball Organization (NPB) after debuting a league-wide product last season. For the first time in its 80-year history, Topps released official trading cards for all 12 NPB teams in 2021, with a regular flagship type … [Read more...] about Topps Renews Licensing Deal to Make NPB Cards in Japan
Notes: TTM Return from the 90s; Japanese Card Record; Living Set Franco Sales; Philly Show, More
If you think you’ve waited a long time for your autograph request to come back, you’ve got nothing on Eric Thompson. The Ohio baseball fan and collector got quite a surprise in the mail late last fall and still can't believe it. WKBN-TV has the story: ------ It may have been lost in the chatter of Jackie Robinson and Michael Jordan debut tickets and Mickey … [Read more...] about Notes: TTM Return from the 90s; Japanese Card Record; Living Set Franco Sales; Philly Show, More
Topps in Deal with Japanese Baseball League for Cards
Seven months after opening an office in Japan, Topps has secured a licensing agreement for trading cards with the country's top baseball league. The company announced Wednesday that it had agreed to a deal with the Nippon Professional Baseball Organization (NPB) for the production and distribution of trading cards in Japan. This is the first time in its 80-year history … [Read more...] about Topps in Deal with Japanese Baseball League for Cards
Notes: 1986-87 Fleer Case Now Wrapped; $100K LeBron Chrome; Yogi vs Ernie; ’70s Kid on Collecting; Japanese Cards
The only 1986-87 Fleer basketball unopened case to come to market in the last 20-plus years has now been verified and wrapped by BBCE. Collect Auctions' Steve Bloedow traveled to BBCE in Schererville, IN over the weekend with the case, which went on the block last week. Got to view the case in person today. Authenticity--100% Provenance--100% iron-clad Awesomeness--100% … [Read more...] about Notes: 1986-87 Fleer Case Now Wrapped; $100K LeBron Chrome; Yogi vs Ernie; ’70s Kid on Collecting; Japanese Cards
New Book Traces Colorful History Of Japanese Baseball Cards
Rob Fitts knows how to stay busy, even during the coronavirus pandemic. Fitts, who has written five books about Japanese baseball, was in the middle of promoting his latest effort, Issei Baseball: The Story of the First Japanese American Baseball Ballplayers, when the pandemic hit. That forced Fitts to cancel his book tour. Fitts only recently ventured out of his Bronx … [Read more...] about New Book Traces Colorful History Of Japanese Baseball Cards
Splinter San: Rare Japanese Card of Ted Williams at Auction
You may think you know Ted Williams baseball cards but chances are you haven’t seen this one—and it dates from the heart of his playing career. One of only two graded examples of what’s considered the holy grail of rare Williams cards is being offered by Heritage Auctions. The 1950 Menko JCM125 card is the best of the two examples known. Consigned by Bob … [Read more...] about Splinter San: Rare Japanese Card of Ted Williams at Auction