Bobby Orr's 1976 Canada Cup jersey is about to go on the auction block. The red and white Team Canada shirt has been consigned to Classic Auctions and will be sold at auction next month. Classic didn't provide a pre-sale estimate, but it's likely the jersey will sell for deep into six figures. Last year, Classic sold Paul Henderson's Summit Series winning jersey for $1.275 … [Read more...] about Orr’s 1976 Canada Cup Jersey Goes on Auction Block
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2010-11 The Cup: Collectors Willing to Roll Dice
Upper Deck's 2010-11 The Cup, the final hockey card product still tied to last season, hit store shelves late last month and again, collectors seem enamored with taking a shot at what might be inside. Box prices have risen from $300-325 to over $450, even though there is no guarantee what's inside will be worth that much. Collectors are willing to take a gamble that there … [Read more...] about 2010-11 The Cup: Collectors Willing to Roll Dice
Baseball Hall of Fame’s 2011 Memorabilia Additions
The post-season is still a month and a half away, but the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum has had a busy year accumulating memorabilia. The Cooperstown shrine has already received several pieces from the 2011 season, including: The cap worn by the Twins’ Francisco Liriano during his May 3 no-hitter against the White Sox, and a ball from that game; a bat … [Read more...] about Baseball Hall of Fame’s 2011 Memorabilia Additions
There May Finally Be a Reason to Go to an NFL Pre-Season Game
With the lockout testing the patience of their loyal fan base, the NFL has been trying to make amends as the first weekend of pre-season football games approaches. The league announced Monday that all 32 teams will select 90 fans to receive an autographed jersey from coaches, players and team owners during one of its exhibition games this month. Some clubs will select 90 … [Read more...] about There May Finally Be a Reason to Go to an NFL Pre-Season Game
Cy Young Jersey Brings $657,250 at Auction
About 150 bidders and spectators watched more than 100 premium sports memorabilia pieces go under the hammer Thursday night in Chicago. The Heritage Live event saw some heavy bidding on several one of a kind pieces. A 1908 Cy Young Boston Red Sox jersey topped all lots when it sold for $657,250 including the buyer's premium at the swanky Muvico Theatres. Dallas-based … [Read more...] about Cy Young Jersey Brings $657,250 at Auction
Game Worn Dealer Arrested; Facing Mail, Wire Fraud Charges
The owner of Minnesota-based Vintage Authentics was arrested on the floor of the National Sports Collectors Convention in Rosemont, Ill. Thursday morning. Investigators from the United States Postal Inspection Service arrested 40-year-old Steve Jensen, who was taken away in handcuffs and booked on charges of mail and wire fraud involving what inspectors tell Sports … [Read more...] about Game Worn Dealer Arrested; Facing Mail, Wire Fraud Charges
SCP Auctions Will Sell Dr. J’s Collection
He was Jordan before Jordan. You can't look at a #6 NBA jersey without thinking of the great Julius Erving, majestically swooping to the hoop or flying down the lane for a high-flying one-hand, tomahawk slam dunk. Pretty soon, you can own one of those jerseys--or more. SCP Auctions announced late Wednesday that it has been hired to sell the personal collection of Dr. J. … [Read more...] about SCP Auctions Will Sell Dr. J’s Collection
Editor’s Blog: Sports Collector Classifieds, Chicago Family Feud, Etc.
John Buskey, a retired military man from North Carolina, has started a website aimed at helping collectors buy and sell items at little or no cost. Sports Collectors Classifieds offers a variety of options for those who want a break from online fees. Buskey is a long-time collector himself who is looking to connect with others through his site and Facebook page. "I … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: Sports Collector Classifieds, Chicago Family Feud, Etc.
Bryce Harper’s Futures Jersey Cut Up for Cards
It wasn't his most memorable day as a player. Bryce Harper, baseball's top draft pick and teen star in the making, went 0 for 4 in Sunday's MLB Futures Game. That didn't diminish the anticipation surrounding his pro career. At age 18, Harper is still considered a possible future star. He's also driving this year's Topps products and the jersey he wore on Sunday in Phoenix … [Read more...] about Bryce Harper’s Futures Jersey Cut Up for Cards
Editor’s Blog: BBCE Promo, Stanley Cup Practice Jersey Bargains, Harwell Collection
Baseball Card Exchange and PSA have teamed up for a special promotion during this year's National Sports Collectors Convention. Collectors who love to rip vintage wax packs may really get into this one. Here's how it works: Purchase any unopened material from Baseball Card Exchange and open it at the BBCE booth. Decide which cards you would like graded on-site with … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: BBCE Promo, Stanley Cup Practice Jersey Bargains, Harwell Collection