Sports collectibles became one of the breakout stars of an otherwise rotten 2020. While shops and shows took a COVID pause, online business boomed. There was still plenty of uncertainty in the world as the 2021 calendars arrived but whether you were part of “the industry” or “the hobby,” a new year brought new anticipation and it didn't disappoint. In 2021, the … [Read more...] about 2021 Was Hobby’s Wildest Ride Yet
Newman Collection
Memory Lane Set to Unveil Huge Fall Rarities Auction with Two Catalog Set
It’s been a busy summer at Memory Lane. While many of us have enjoyed cookouts, ballgames, travel or a healthy dose of relaxation, the long- time Southern California auction company has spent the last few months piecing together one of the biggest catalogs in company history. Actually, one catalog wasn’t big enough to hold it. The company's Fall Rarities Auction … [Read more...] about Memory Lane Set to Unveil Huge Fall Rarities Auction with Two Catalog Set
1933 Goudey Babe Ruth Brings $4.2 Million in Newman Collection Auction
The lone copy of the 1933 Goudey Babe Ruth #53 graded PSA Mint 9 sold for $4,212,000 early Sunday morning as part of an eight-figure collection of sports cards and memorabilia sold through Memory Lane Inc. The Ruth card was the kingpin of more than 900 lots in the auction of items consigned by the family of the late Dr. Thomas Newman, a Florida neurologist who fell victim to … [Read more...] about 1933 Goudey Babe Ruth Brings $4.2 Million in Newman Collection Auction
Notes: Home Run Ball Authentication; Vintage Card Notes; New HOF Prez; New Josh Gibson Cards
With Wander Franco having recently hit his first home run and some other MLB milestones approaching, we reached out to Jordan Field, the Detroit Tigers' Director of Authentics, for some insight and clarification on baseballs that are hit into the stands. While there are certainly other ways of authenticating (video, ticket stubs, affidavits from nearby fans or other … [Read more...] about Notes: Home Run Ball Authentication; Vintage Card Notes; New HOF Prez; New Josh Gibson Cards
Signature Moment: 1929 Babe Ruth Signed Baseball with Video Proof Returns to Auction
Until retired players began getting paid for signing autographs on a regular basis, Babe Ruth undoubtedly signed more of them than any athlete in history. In fact, it wasn’t until his fame grew and Ruth’s generosity with the pen became well known in the 1920s that collecting baseball autographs became a popular pursuit among fans. Most of those encounters between … [Read more...] about Signature Moment: 1929 Babe Ruth Signed Baseball with Video Proof Returns to Auction
Notes: Goldin in Deal with Japanese Company; Newman Collection Update; Cold Storage Mantle; Hobby vs. COVID
Goldin Auctions is partnering with the largest chain of sports and gaming card shops in Japan. The deal with MINT Co., Ltd., will enable collectors in Japan to "more effectively buy and sell high-value cards in the international market," according to Goldin. Each of the cards MINT sells through Goldin Auctions will be authenticated and graded by PSA. Beginning this … [Read more...] about Notes: Goldin in Deal with Japanese Company; Newman Collection Update; Cold Storage Mantle; Hobby vs. COVID
VIDEO: Dr. Newman’s Cardboard Treasures
The collection of cards squirreled away by Tampa, FL neurologist Thomas Newman included some of the highest graded examples of many of the hobby's most popular and sought after issues. As we first reported earlier this week, over 1,000 of them will go up for auction through Memory Lane beginning next month, including a Babe Ruth rookie card, mint condition 1933 Goudey … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Dr. Newman’s Cardboard Treasures
Jaw-Dropping Card Collection of Dr. Thomas Newman Consigned to Memory Lane; Expected to Bring $20 Million+
In a perfect world, Dr. Thomas Newman—“Tommy” to those who knew him the best—would be enjoying the start of a new season—and buying more baseball cards for his ever-growing collection. Sadly, the remarkable life of one of the top trading card and sports memorabilia hobbyists was unexpectedly cut short by COVID-19 in late January. A gifted neurologist who was … [Read more...] about Jaw-Dropping Card Collection of Dr. Thomas Newman Consigned to Memory Lane; Expected to Bring $20 Million+