Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe entertained the world with their duel in the 2022 World Cup Final Sunday and it seems plenty of fans and collectors wanted a little piece of the history. Sales and searches for cards of the two international soccer superstars skyrocketed during and after the match. eBay says sales of Messi collectibles on eBay increased nearly 500% from … [Read more...] about Searches, Sales for Messi, Mbappe Cards Climb During and After World Cup Showdown
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Notes: Messi and the Epic World Cup; Auction Results; PSA Clubbers Get $100 from Loupe
Even if you’re not a huge soccer fan, it’s hard not to consider the World Cup Final one of the greatest games in sports history. Two of the sport’s superstars, both playing at a high level and a match that went past extra time and into a shootout to decide the winner. In the end Lionel Messi finally came away with a championship. The victory will certainly cement … [Read more...] about Notes: Messi and the Epic World Cup; Auction Results; PSA Clubbers Get $100 from Loupe
2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Soccer Preview
Since its initial release in 2014, soccer collectors around the world hotly anticipate the Panini Prizm World Cup Soccer release alongside the tournament every four years. While the actual 2022 World Cup in Qatar is slated to begin on November 20, this year's Prizm product is currently due out November 2. Configuration The hobby configuration features 12 boxes per … [Read more...] about 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Soccer Preview
1920s Cobb Bat, Early Jordan Signed Game Shoes, Key Cards Headline Goldin Spring Elite Catalog
Vintage cards and high-end memorabilia share the stage with modern icons in Goldin's newly launched Spring Elite Auction. The new auction features more than 2,300 premium items, including a Ty Cobb bat, a pair of early Michael Jordan dual autographed shoes, a PSA 7 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle and a 2003-04 Exquisite LeBron James rookie card graded 9 by BGS. The James card … [Read more...] about 1920s Cobb Bat, Early Jordan Signed Game Shoes, Key Cards Headline Goldin Spring Elite Catalog
Upper Deck Kobe 1/1 Brings $555,960 in Goldin Sale
Basketball and soccer cards were among the six-figure sellers at Goldin Auctions late Saturday night. The first half of the company's two night Premium Sports Card and Memorabilia Auction saw a 2002-03 Upper Deck Logomania Kobe Bryant 1/1 autograph card sell for $555,960--the second highest price ever paid for a card featuring the late Hall of … [Read more...] about Upper Deck Kobe 1/1 Brings $555,960 in Goldin Sale
Soccer, LeBron Cards Among Early Favorites in Goldin Sale
High-end modern cards and a hobby icon are among the heavy hitters in the new Goldin Auctions catalog but it might be better known as the breakout moment for soccer cards. After bidding opened Friday, the first 48 hours saw two of them take their place among the most active items in the massive online catalog. Prices for items from soccer stars have soared along … [Read more...] about Soccer, LeBron Cards Among Early Favorites in Goldin Sale
Lionel Messi’s Cleats from Pele Record-Breaking Goal Head to Charity Auction
The cleats worn by Lionel Messi when he broke one of soccer’s greatest records are being auctioned for charity. On December 22, Messi set the mark for most goals scored when playing for a single club when he netted his 644th for FC Barcelona in their game against Real Valladolid. The goal broke the record of fellow icon Pelé. The famous Brazilian scored 643 goals in 665 … [Read more...] about Lionel Messi’s Cleats from Pele Record-Breaking Goal Head to Charity Auction
No Rookies, No Autos… No Problem! The Future Belongs to Kylian Mbappé
There is a poison chalice that media and fans can’t help but pass to any gifted young star: “The next…” Before Michael Jordan had ever hinted at a desire to try his hand at minor league baseball, NBA observers were foisting the “next Jordan” label onto every ultra-athletic wing that entered the league. The work of Kobe Bryant and LeBron James put the moniker out to pasture, … [Read more...] about No Rookies, No Autos… No Problem! The Future Belongs to Kylian Mbappé
Lucky 11 – Lionel Messi’s Rookie Cards
Writing about Lionel Messi is something of an absurdist exercise. He is the most revered and respected player in the world’s most popular sport. His is an ungodly combination of vision and situational awareness, obscene ball control while dribbling, inch-perfect passing, lethal finishing ability and physical toughness. Messi is the platonic ideal of a superstar. (Full … [Read more...] about Lucky 11 – Lionel Messi’s Rookie Cards
Otis Offers Another Answer In Fractional Shares Market
Michael Karnjanaprakorn believes he has the answer when it comes to fractional investing. Considering his favorite player growing up in Newport News, Virginia, was hometown star Allen Iverson, that’s an appropriate connection. Just like Iverson, Karnjanaprakorn, 38, believes he has the answer when it comes to the arena of fractional investing. And he’s not talking about … [Read more...] about Otis Offers Another Answer In Fractional Shares Market