There are sports cards and sets ranging from less than $1,000 to $750,000 in Memory Lane Inc.’s upcoming I Own it Now catalog, many of them rarely offered. The dilemma for collectors is whether to pull the trigger at the listed price or wait a little while and try to save a few bucks. If there’s something you want, that wait can be agonizing. Other collectors may not be as … [Read more...] about Wagner, Plank, Ruth, Mathewson Among Highlights in New Catalog
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2012 Topps Baseball: Christmas or Craziness?
Dozens of sports card products are released every year, but none generate the kind of buzz that the first baseball cards of the season brings. Collectors, dealers and card companies, now united and able to interact via social media, help fuel the fire. It's a time when someone who wouldn't dare pay full price for new shirt will gladly fork over way too much money for the … [Read more...] about 2012 Topps Baseball: Christmas or Craziness?
Gold Ticket Redemptions Part of Topps’ 2012 Promo Push
Topps continues to release some of the promotions surrounding the release of its first 2012 baseball product of the year next Wednesday. The company says it will insert ten "Gold Ticket" redemptions into boxes of packs that are good for a 'gold-infused' official Major League Baseball autographed by three of the game's all-time great home run hitters: Hank Aaron, Willie Mays … [Read more...] about Gold Ticket Redemptions Part of Topps’ 2012 Promo Push
Bruins Stanley Cup Game 6 Jerseys on the Block
The jerseys worn during the pivotal game six of the 2011 Stanley Cup Finals are being sold by the victorious Boston Bruins. The 5-2 Boston victory is widely regarded as the most important in the last 39 years for the Boston franchise, propelling the franchise to a game 7 road win and their first Stanley Cup win since 1972. The Bruins-MeiGray Group Game-Worn Jersey … [Read more...] about Bruins Stanley Cup Game 6 Jerseys on the Block
2011 SAGE Hit High Series Blaster Box Break
Just a few weeks after the release of its first series, 2011 SAGE Hit High Series boxes have hit stores. SAGE offers the first cards of some of the projected top picks in the upcoming NFL Draft. Cards of Cam Newton, A.J. Green, Blaine Gabbert, Ryan Williams, Mikel LeShoure, J.J. Watt and many others can be found inside along with special cards of the top names from the low … [Read more...] about 2011 SAGE Hit High Series Blaster Box Break
Almost Ready: REA Catalog Packed With Historic Pieces
For the last 12 months, Robert Edward Auctions has been collecting consignments for its annual blockbuster catalog event. The company put the finishing touches on its catalog over the last several days and after printing, Sports Collectors Daily has learned it will ship April 12. The first copy off the presses will be presented to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum … [Read more...] about Almost Ready: REA Catalog Packed With Historic Pieces
Upper Deck Releases 2010-11 O-Pee-Chee Hockey
Upper Deck has released its biggest trading card set of the year: 2010-11 O-Pee-Chee Hockey. The 600-card offering features a number of NHL rookies including No. 1 overall draft pick Taylor Hall and his Edmonton teammate, Jordan Eberle. The set also offers retro variations, autographs and four-player jersey cards at a lower price point. Among the insert sets: Marquee … [Read more...] about Upper Deck Releases 2010-11 O-Pee-Chee Hockey
Memory Lane Brings High Grade, Rare Items to New Event
A near mint set of 1911 Mecca Double Folders. A bevy of Babe Ruth autographed items including a PSA 9 graded single-signed baseball. An ultra-rate 1912 Colgan’s Chips Ty Cobb. Even a canister of Elvis’ hair. Dozens of ultra high-grade vintage sports card sets and singles join rare sports and Americana items in the inaugural Own it Now catalog event hosted by Memory … [Read more...] about Memory Lane Brings High Grade, Rare Items to New Event
1964 Topps Coin Grading Yields Dividends
They sat on top of 1964 Topps baseball cards, tucked inside the nickel packs and probably became an instant curiosity. Baseball...coins? When the unique little metal insert hit store shelves 46 years ago, they were considered a bonus for youngsters. Now, they're sort of a bonus addition to your vintage set collection. There are 164 different in the set, including Mickey … [Read more...] about 1964 Topps Coin Grading Yields Dividends
Topps Announces Plans for Team USA Set
Topps has released preliminary information for its 2010 Team USA boxed set. The cards feature members of the collegiate national team, as well as those on the 16 and 18-and-under US National Teams. The base set consists of 65 cards. Each boxed set will include five Team USA autographed cards, two autographed relic cards and three basic relic cards. It's the ultimate … [Read more...] about Topps Announces Plans for Team USA Set