Each box of 2024 Topps Archives Signature Series Retired Player Edition contains a single, encapsulated autographed card of a former player. As always, they’re previously released Topps cards that have been autographed, stamped and placed in a holder with a seal at the top. The checklist includes some living Hall of Famers and popular retired stars along with quite … [Read more...] about 2024 Topps Archives Signature Series Boxes Have Some ‘Late’ Surprises
Mickey Mantle autographs
Editor’s Blog: Magazine Story Brings Mantle Autograph Sessions to Life
He was about to essentially end his seemingly non-stop tour of signing autographs at card shows and enter into a new, exclusive deal with Upper Deck. Even though the work was pretty easy and the money was good for the time, the work would be be easier and the money better to just let the thriving California company handle most of Mickey Mantle's … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: Magazine Story Brings Mantle Autograph Sessions to Life
NYC Collectors Event Offered Talk of Quality Autographs, Photos
On a recent evening in midtown Manhattan, about four dozen collectors and prominent panelists shared insights and commentary accompanied by some historic memorabilia while downing some snacks and cocktails, all for the price of a $75 ticket. Brigandi’s Coins and Collectibles was holding its sixth Collectors Night at a local bar and restaurant next to Rockefeller Center in … [Read more...] about NYC Collectors Event Offered Talk of Quality Autographs, Photos
1/1s, Autographs, Game-Used Items Part of New Fanatics Auction
Several 1/1 autographed trading cards, a Mickey Mantle signed Topps card, limited autographed memorabilia and some game-used items are all part of the newly launched Fanatics Summertime Auction. Over 170 items are on the block through June 22. Among the listings are multiple one-of-a-kind sports cards including: Frank Thomas & Ken Griffey Jr. Autographed 2007 Upper … [Read more...] about 1/1s, Autographs, Game-Used Items Part of New Fanatics Auction
Newly Discovered Signed Mantle Baseballs from Minor League Roomie Coming to Auction
Mickey Mantle’s first roommate in professional baseball was a fellow teenager who enjoyed his claim to fame for decades. Bob Mallon, a pitcher on the Class D Independence (MO) Yankees, was already out of baseball when Mantle made his big league debut for the New York Yankees two years after the duo bunked together. Now, a couple of unique relics from that pairing of … [Read more...] about Newly Discovered Signed Mantle Baseballs from Minor League Roomie Coming to Auction
Special Cobb, Mantle Signed Balls at Auction
The only Ty Cobb autographed baseball to carry a PSA 10 grade is up for sale through Heritage Auctions with bidding expected to easily reach six figures by the time bidding closes next weekend. The ball carries Cobb's blue ink signature and his handwritten date of a visit to St. Louis: 11/24/53. Carefully preserved, the ball dates to a Thanksgiving … [Read more...] about Special Cobb, Mantle Signed Balls at Auction
Reggie White Items; Baseball Memorabilia Headline Hunt Sale
Over 40 items from the personal collection of the late Pro Football Hall of Famer Reggie White are part of the new Hunt Auctions Internet/Phone Auction, set to run through next Wendesday. The first part of the collection was sold during the Super Bowl Auction in early February. The latest group of items includes his 1991 Mackey Award as the NFL’s Defensive Lineman … [Read more...] about Reggie White Items; Baseball Memorabilia Headline Hunt Sale
Most Popular Baseball Autographs
A list of the most popular baseball autographs has been fairly standard stuff over the years. Start with Hall of Famers, mix in some of the fan favorites who didn't quite get there and add in some of today's current stars. Which ones you collect depends on what era or element of baseball you like best. When looking for MLB autographs, you can choose from … [Read more...] about Most Popular Baseball Autographs