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Ali’s ‘Fight of the Century’ Gloves Sell for $606,375

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The boxing gloves worn by Muhammad Ali in the 1971 ‘Fight of the Century’ against Joe Frazier sold for $606,375 at auction early Sunday.  Goldin Auctions offered the gloves on consignment from Jeff Rosenberg of TRISTAR Productions, who had owned them for the past two years.  The name of the person who purchased them this time hasn’t been revealed. The price included a 20% … [Read more...] about Ali’s ‘Fight of the Century’ Gloves Sell for $606,375

Crush of Ali Autographs Sparks Debate

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Predictably, the online market was flooded with Muhammad Ali memorabilia in the days immediately following his death.  Many of the items offered for sale were listed as autographed.  For who have followed Ali’s autograph signing deals and the market for genuine signatures, some of the prices were too good to be true. Ali, whose signature changed over the years as he battled … [Read more...] about Crush of Ali Autographs Sparks Debate

Ali’s Fight of the Century Gloves Return to Auction

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Muhammad Ali's fight-worn gloves from Ali-Frazier I -- "The Fight of the Century" -- are going back on the auction block. Jeff Rosenberg of TRI-STAR Productions, who bought the gloves two years ago for $388,375, has consigned them to Goldin Auctions.  They originated in the collection of Ali’s long-time corner man Angelo Dundee. It's been an honor to own the Mona Lisa of … [Read more...] about Ali’s Fight of the Century Gloves Return to Auction

Craig’s ‘Miracle’ Mask Sells for $137,849; Heritage Plans Ali Auction

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The game-worn mask worn by 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey goalie Jim Craig sold for $137,849 early Friday but his gold medal, jerseys and flag didn't meet auction reserves. Craig has been trying to sell his collection of ‘Miracle on Ice’ memorabilia since last summer, first via a $5 million straight sale price tag and then through Leland’s latest auction.  In addition to the mask, … [Read more...] about Craig’s ‘Miracle’ Mask Sells for $137,849; Heritage Plans Ali Auction

Little Did We Know: Kobe and Ali Linked by Home Sale Document

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After selling nearly 25,000 items at auction ranging from the rare and unique to just downright strange, Goldin Auctions may have uncovered its most unique item ever - and simultaneously divulged a little-known story in which two of the greatest athletes in modern times unknowingly crossed paths. It will be part of the company’s upcoming auction during the National Sports … [Read more...] about Little Did We Know: Kobe and Ali Linked by Home Sale Document

Chance Meeting with Champ Led to Collecting Passion

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Muhammad Ali loved being Muhammad Ali.  It’s apparent in every story that’s been told about him since his death.  Each tale seems better than the last, with average folks relating stories of Ali being unfailingly kind and generous to fans, no matter how famous he became. Among the best we’ve heard so far comes from a tiny town in the Midwest.  It came at the height of Ali’s … [Read more...] about Chance Meeting with Champ Led to Collecting Passion

Sports Detectives Delves into Search for Ali’s 1960 Olympic Gold Medal

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In his biography Muhammad Ali tells the story of what happened to his Olympic gold medal from the 1960 Rome Olympics: disgusted by being refused service in a Louisville diner, he tossed the medal into the Ohio River, making it an enduring symbol of his struggle for Civil Rights. But is that story true, or simply part of the legend of Ali? The Smithsonian Channel show … [Read more...] about Sports Detectives Delves into Search for Ali’s 1960 Olympic Gold Medal

Notes: Unique Ali Collection; Kaline’s Last Bat; Icons at Auction

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Stephen Singer’s collection of Muhammad Ali memorabilia isn’t the world’s biggest but it’s definitely got a uniqueness to it. Singer, who launched an auto dealership in Hooksett, NH, has his collection on display there.  He’s got some traditional pieces like signed boxing gloves, old fight posters and other memorabilia but customers and other visitors can also see a copy of … [Read more...] about Notes: Unique Ali Collection; Kaline’s Last Bat; Icons at Auction

TRISTAR’s Rosenberg Treasured Ali Friendship

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Jeff Rosenberg has dealt with some of the most famous athletes in the world during his long career in the sports memorabilia business.  This summer, his TRISTAR Productions will once again organize and implement signing sessions for dozens of athletes at the National Sports Collectors Convention. However, he'll never have a more memorable guest than the one he landed in 1992. … [Read more...] about TRISTAR’s Rosenberg Treasured Ali Friendship