A new exhibition that provides unprecedented insight into the life of Muhammad Ali has opened in London and an auction of Ali memorabilia conducted in the U.S. will follow. I Am The Greatest: The Exhibition Dedicated To The Life of Muhammad Ali, runs through August 31 at the O2 Arena. Graceland Auctions, which bills itself as “the exclusive auction house and authenticator … [Read more...] about Ali Memorabilia Auction to Follow Exhibit
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1970s Ali vs Superman Comic is a Classic
As far back as I can remember it never seemed so far-fetched for a kid to become attracted to both comic books and sports. The unfortunate part was the realization that our culture still deemed comics as a childish medium in the Seventies, and that most kids would naturally stick with sports over comics because that's what their parents, teachers, and peers expected. Many … [Read more...] about 1970s Ali vs Superman Comic is a Classic
Sam Simon Collection Up for Bid
A variety of sports and pop culture memorabilia and an expensive stash of fine art from the personal collection of Sam Simon will be offered later this month through Sotheby’s. While widely known and celebrated as the co-creator of The Simpsons, a producer for Cheers, showrunner on Taxi, and a writer/producer/director on countless pop culture icons of the small screen, Simon's … [Read more...] about Sam Simon Collection Up for Bid
Bobby Orr’s 1972 All-Star Game Jersey Brings $95,433
Bobby Orr’s 1972 NHL All-Star Game jersey sold for $95,433 early Saturday in Leland’s Summer Auction. The jersey, photo matched and originally given to a family friend by Orr, went for more than $35,000 over its $60,000 reserve. According to Leland’s, it’s the only ’72 All-Star jersey ever to come into the hobby. Orr assisted on the game-winning goal by Boston Bruins’ … [Read more...] about Bobby Orr’s 1972 All-Star Game Jersey Brings $95,433
Notes: Rings Stolen in Toronto; Craigslist Trouble in Cleveland
Canadian law enforcement officers are hoping tips from the public can lead to the recovery of some stolen jewelry including two valuable pieces of sports memorabilia. Toronto Police say a 1977 Montreal Canadiens Stanley Cup ring and a 1993 Toronto Blue Jays World Series ring, similar to those pictured here, were taken during a July 1 home burglary. It happened in the … [Read more...] about Notes: Rings Stolen in Toronto; Craigslist Trouble in Cleveland
Heritage Plans Largest Auction in Company History
You may need a forklift to pick up Heritage Auctions’ next catalog. The Dallas-based company says it will have nearly 4,000 lots of cards and memorabilia up for grabs during its May Signature Auction. The event is so large, it’s been divided into three sessions, presented on consecutive evenings between May 14 and 16. Preliminary bidding is already underway at HA.com. “By … [Read more...] about Heritage Plans Largest Auction in Company History
Gloves from Ali-Liston Fight at Auction
The gloves worn by both Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston in the famous May 25, 1965 “Phantom Punch” bout in Lewiston, ME will be sold as a set on Feb. 21, during Heritage Auctions' Platinum Night event in New York. The starting bid is $500,000. The gloves have been consigned to auction by Los Angeles collector Seth Ersoff, who acquired the pair from the family of the boxing … [Read more...] about Gloves from Ali-Liston Fight at Auction
Ali’s ‘Fight of the Century’ Gloves Sold for $388,375
The gloves that Muhammad Ali wore in 1971 in his first of three heavyweight title fights with “Smokin’” Joe Frazier – a bout that lived up to its billing as “The Fight of the Century” – realized $388,375 to take the top spot at Heritage Auctions’ $4.5+ million Platinum Night Sports Auction, held at the Cleveland House of Blues, in conjunction with the National Sports … [Read more...] about Ali’s ‘Fight of the Century’ Gloves Sold for $388,375
Movie Rights to Operation Bullpen Purchased
Operation Bullpen: The Movie? It could happen. The motion picture rights to the book about the massive forgery ring that plagued the sports memorabilia industry in the 1990’s have been purchased by sports and marketing agent Harlan J. Werner. Werner, who is a long-time sports memorabilia collector and dealer as well as co-owner of a national chain of retail movie … [Read more...] about Movie Rights to Operation Bullpen Purchased
Carmelo Anthony’s 2004 Olympic Bronze Medal Up for Bid
Carmelo Anthony’s 2004 Olympic bronze medal is up for sale. Juliens Auctions has it listed among the items in their Sports Legends Auction, which closes June 9. According to the auction house, Anthony was disappointed with the bronze medal finish and gifted the medal to a family member after the games and that person has consigned it to the auction. The current bid is … [Read more...] about Carmelo Anthony’s 2004 Olympic Bronze Medal Up for Bid