Two pieces of Muhammad Ali memorabilia, one with historic political significance, are up for bids on SCP Auctions. The auction, which ends on Saturday, includes Ali’s passport, which the United States government revoked, and a poem written and signed by “The Greatest.” The Passport The passport, which Ali held from 1965-66, features three signatures and stamps from travels to … [Read more...] about Historical, Personal Ali Items on the Block at SCP Auctions
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Ali’s Last Boxing Trunks Head to Auction
A British auction house says it's offering the boxing trunks Muhammad Ali wore in the final fight of his career. The MacGregor boxing trunks were worn by Ali during the “Drama in Bahama,” a December 11, 1981 match at the Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre in Nassau that pitted Ali against Jamaican Trevor Berbick. Chiswick Auctions says the trunks were given by Ali’s … [Read more...] about Ali’s Last Boxing Trunks Head to Auction
Mick Helps Push Heritage Auctions Sports Tally Past $157 Million for 2022
With a boost from Mickey Mantle, Heritage Auctions once again topped $1.4 billion in company wide sales this year. The $1.45 billion figure was a record high for the 46-year-old Dallas-based company, which conducts auctions in over 40 different categories including coins, art, history, comics and other collectibles. It was the second straight year the company topped that … [Read more...] about Mick Helps Push Heritage Auctions Sports Tally Past $157 Million for 2022
The Greatest: Stunning Ali Collection Now at Auction Began with Single Poster
A jaw dropping collection of Muhammad Ali memorabilia pieced together over a 30-year period is now on the auction block. Heritage Auctions has opened its Summer Sports Auction, headlined by the huge archive that includes numerous one-of-a-kind historic pieces from Ali’s long career. The collection began with a single purchase at a New York sports memorabilia convention in … [Read more...] about The Greatest: Stunning Ali Collection Now at Auction Began with Single Poster
Hindman Auctions to Spotlight Sports Legends in June Sale
Items showcasing legendary athletes across multiple sports are part of a live online sports memorabilia auction taking place June 8 through Chicago-based Hindman Auctions. The auction features property from the collection of acclaimed journalist and author Allen Abel. Spanning Abel’s career of over four decades, the collection includes on- site ephemera from major … [Read more...] about Hindman Auctions to Spotlight Sports Legends in June Sale
Notes: PSA Drives Record CU Revenue; 1966 Topps High Number Cello Packs; Rare Card Surfaces; Talking Ali
Collectors Universe, parent company of PSA, reported another quarter of record revenue on Monday. The publicly traded grading and authentication company released figures from the first quarter of fiscal 2021, which included a 52% hike in revenues to a record $30.8 million. Total revenues increased $10.6 million, or 52% year-over-year, to $30.8 million in the first quarter of … [Read more...] about Notes: PSA Drives Record CU Revenue; 1966 Topps High Number Cello Packs; Rare Card Surfaces; Talking Ali
Ali’s Handwritten Speech Asking for Spinks Rematch Up for Auction
There is a reason Muhammad Ali called himself “The Greatest.” The late heavyweight champion handled a microphone better than any other boxer. “The Louisville Lip” could promote a fight or a cause better than any other athlete, taking his cue from the flamboyant professional wrestler of the 1950s, Gorgeous George. From the time he won the gold medal at the 1960 Olympics in … [Read more...] about Ali’s Handwritten Speech Asking for Spinks Rematch Up for Auction
Gehrig Memorabilia, 1924 Ruth Bat Headline Heritage Auction
Items from Lou Gehrig’s personal life—from toddler to teenager to New York city motorist—are among the unique highlights in the newly launched Heritage Platinum Night Auction. Saved and consigned by family members who inherited them, the collection includes everyday items like signed personal checks and a register with personal notes, but also a game-worn Yankees cap that’s … [Read more...] about Gehrig Memorabilia, 1924 Ruth Bat Headline Heritage Auction
Notes: Black Sox Photo Sells; Ruth Letter; Ali Collection to Auction; Dodgers Museum
An original Charles Conlon photo of the 1919 Chicago Black Sox outfield including Joe Jackson sold for $16,450 early Sunday in RMY Auctions’ online auction. The 6 ½ x 8 ½” image also showed fellow gambler Happy Felsh as well as clean players Nemo Leibold and Shano Collins, posing together before the start of the ill-fated series. A similar photo of the Sox infield, … [Read more...] about Notes: Black Sox Photo Sells; Ruth Letter; Ali Collection to Auction; Dodgers Museum
Ruth, Mantle Items, Rare Memorabilia Among Goldin Auctions Headliners
While fans and collectors watch the 2017 baseball postseason unfold, memorabilia from some of those who did their best work at this time of the year will be up for grabs in Goldin Auctions’ October Legends catalog. Bidding opens Friday and runs through November 11. The annual event features over 1,800 lots including Mickey Mantle’s 1959 game-worn jersey; his 1957 … [Read more...] about Ruth, Mantle Items, Rare Memorabilia Among Goldin Auctions Headliners