The San Francisco 49ers entered the 2022 NFL season hoping their young quarterback could take the reigns and guide the team deep into the playoffs. They didn't know that player would be Brock Purdy, whose rookie cards are now among the hottest in the hobby. Purdy, the 262nd pick in the 2022 NFL Draft has flourished with no expectations, guiding the 49ers to a division win … [Read more...] about Brock Purdy’s Meteoric Sports Card Rise from Irrelevance
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Wesley Walls Q&A: Pro Bowl Jersey Swaps, Pro Set RC, Monumental Favre TD Ball
Batesville, Mississippi native Wesley Walls was an incredibly versatile high school football player. He was South Pontotoc High School's quarterback for three seasons. After transferring to another school before his senior year, he made the switch to fullback and earned all-state honors in the process. Walls' skill and versatility was rewarded with a scholarship to the … [Read more...] about Wesley Walls Q&A: Pro Bowl Jersey Swaps, Pro Set RC, Monumental Favre TD Ball
Never Give Up: Hall of Famer’s Jersey Surfaces 17 Years Later
Persistence and patience can often pay off for collectors. It certainly did for Martin Jacobs and now he owns a piece of historic football memorabilia he’d all but given up on. Jacobs owns an extensive collection of San Francisco 49ers memorabilia and has published books about the team’s history, sometimes through the eyes of game-worn jerseys, game-used footballs and other … [Read more...] about Never Give Up: Hall of Famer’s Jersey Surfaces 17 Years Later
Ronnie Lott Using Part of Auction Proceeds to Help Kids’ Charity He Founded
He was in the midst of a Hall of Fame career and winning Super Bowl games when Ronnie Lott started All Stars Helping Kids 33 years ago. The Bay Area nonprofit group that helps children growing up in low-income and marginalized communities stands to get a big boost this spring, thanks to a newly launched auction. Earlier this month, we wrote about some of the items Lott … [Read more...] about Ronnie Lott Using Part of Auction Proceeds to Help Kids’ Charity He Founded
Notes: Modern Card Records; New High-End Shop; Wildlife vs Layton; UPS Theft; 49ers Collector in England
Some popular names dominated sales in PWCC’s just completed October Premier Auction, which saw 219 cards sell for over $12 million combined. Among those setting new record prices for their respective grades: 2000 SP Authentic Autographed Tom Brady ROOKIE RC /1250 DNA 10 AUTO #118 PSA 10 $360,000 2017 National Treasures Green Patrick Mahomes RC PATCH DNA 10 AUTO /15 … [Read more...] about Notes: Modern Card Records; New High-End Shop; Wildlife vs Layton; UPS Theft; 49ers Collector in England
“The King”: Collector Martin Jacobs’ New Book on Hugh McElhenny
Collector and long-time historian Martin Jacobs has a new book devoted to one of the greatest running backs in NFL history. “The King: Hugh McElhenny, a San Francisco 49ers Legend” draws on Jacobs’ own collection of photographs and memorabilia—and his long-time friendship with the Hall of Famer. The 300-page book includes 297 photos of McElhenny’s life and career … [Read more...] about “The King”: Collector Martin Jacobs’ New Book on Hugh McElhenny
Sir Hit-a-Lott: 4 Iconic Ronnie Lott Cards That Don’t Punish Your Wallet
The will to win has been an intangible that experts have attempted to quantify for decades in an effort to recognize toughness, perseverance and the ability to do whatever it takes to succeed. Some players have it, others lack it—but it’s not a trait you can often label with a number grade. Every once in a while, a player comes along that redefines this mold, setting a new … [Read more...] about Sir Hit-a-Lott: 4 Iconic Ronnie Lott Cards That Don’t Punish Your Wallet
Editor’s Blog: Niners Jersey a Rare Piece from a Memorable Player
Sometimes the best jerseys aren’t always those worn by the biggest names. San Francisco 49ers super collector Martin Jacobs has spent a good chunk of his life tracking down game-worn gear and he’s just acquired a rare jersey once worn a man who played a role in one of the weirdest plays in football history. If you’ve watched the Niners play, you may have seen them wear … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: Niners Jersey a Rare Piece from a Memorable Player
Editor’s Blog: At Quarterback for the 49ers, Number 16…Arnie Galiffa?
One of the best things about collecting sports memorabilia is that you don’t have to be wealthy to own things that have great stories behind them. Sure, it’s nice to be able to afford a high-grade Mickey Mantle rookie card or one of Ty Cobb’s old bats but even decades-old relics can sometimes be acquired for a pretty modest investment. If you know sports history, … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: At Quarterback for the 49ers, Number 16…Arnie Galiffa?
What I Collect: 49ers Pennant Collection Opens Doors to Team History
This is the latest in an ongoing series of articles written by readers who tell the stories of the sports memorabilia they collect. I became a die-hard 49ers fan as an eight-year-old boy in Oregon in the late 60’s and watching my Sunday football heroes like John Brodie, Gene Washington, Dave Wilcox and so many more. Over the years I’ve collected literally … [Read more...] about What I Collect: 49ers Pennant Collection Opens Doors to Team History