One of the hobby's major auction houses will launch a new division next week. Southern California-based SCP Auctions says it will start holding monthly online auctions to complement its regular catalog events. SCP says it will expand its range of auction services with the evolution of “SCP Monthly.” “While SCP continues to strive to bring collectors the best of the best … [Read more...]
2011 Topps Tribute Pack Review
by Rich Klein 2011 Topps Tribute is the first of the high-end products released by the company. Originally issued in the years 2001-04 and then brought back into the fold as a Topps product in 2009, this has always been one of the most desired Topps products. The cards being thicker with the big hit in each pack has always made this a popular brand among higher-end … [Read more...]
Vintage Babe Ruth Cards: Bargain Hunting
He's one of a small number of players active before World War II who appeared on more than a handful of baseball cards while in his prime. Babe Ruth is the guy every company wanted to promote its product. Every maker of trading cards wanted to have him in their set. Not all athletes could help sell something. Ruth was the exception. That's why … [Read more...]
Busy Bidding in Huggins & Scott Auction
Nearly 99% of the items offered in Huggins & Scott's January 2011 Masterpiece auction were sold according to the company. A wide range of collectibles received over 7500 bids in the 590-lot internet/telephone auction. Those who would scoff at the interest in modern trading cards might be surprised to learn that the auction was highlighted by the sale of four Razor … [Read more...]
New Leadership at Upper Deck
The Upper Deck Company announced late Tuesday that Paul Meyer is taking over as its new President. Meyer takes over the position held by Richard McWilliam, one of the original company executives who, according to a news release, will remain with Upper Deck as its "visionary". Meyer has more than 20 years of executive-level experience and Upper Deck says he brings … [Read more...]
Favre Rookie Card Resurgence?
He's back. Did you sell your Brett Favre rookie cards too early? … [Read more...]