Collectors on the east coast of Florida have a new hangout. Long-time collector Ron Gustafson has opened a new shop in Sebastian, between Vero Beach and Melbourne. Originally from Brooklyn, Gustafson opened MVP Sports Cards and Collectibles this fall. In the latest of our ongoing series of Q&A sessions with sports card store owners, he discussed his … [Read more...] about Q&A: Fond Memories Spur New Florida Hobby Shop
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Notes: Upper Deck’s Trick or Trade Program; Rare Cubs Jersey Sells
Upper Deck once again gave out thousands of packs of cards to San Diego area police, fire, highway patrol and border patrol agencies this year. The bags of packs were then distributed to local youngsters on Halloween. The program dates back several years with officers and other law enforcement officers joining firefighters at the company’s offices for some snacks, … [Read more...] about Notes: Upper Deck’s Trick or Trade Program; Rare Cubs Jersey Sells
Notes: Indy Shop “a Safe Place”; New Store in NH; Beckett Moves, Joe O Q&A
You may buy the bulk of your cards online but one thing the internet can’t duplicate well is the sense of community that a good hobby shop can offer. Whether it’s sharing information, participating in a trade night or special event, playing in a fantasy league or just talking with other collectors, shops can make collecting a more personal experience. The Dugout in … [Read more...] about Notes: Indy Shop “a Safe Place”; New Store in NH; Beckett Moves, Joe O Q&A
Notes: TN Shop Owner Profiled; Packages Galore for Young Fire Victim; Judge Jersey Auction
Nathan Burns had the collecting bug from an early age. The Tennessee resident had it bad enough that he long harbored the thought of opening his own sports memorabilia store. His dream became a reality last year and Grand Slam Collectables in Murfreesboro (south of Nashville) was born. “Every card I owned was sold or put into our opening inventory,” Burns told a … [Read more...] about Notes: TN Shop Owner Profiled; Packages Galore for Young Fire Victim; Judge Jersey Auction
Astros Success a Boost for Houston Shop
If you were a Houston Astros fan at the beginning of the decade, you knew you were going to need some patience. The once-proud franchise suffered through six straight losing seasons, capped by an “unforgettable” 51-111 campaign in 2013. It was a rebuilding effort that never seemed to end, but the improvement was evident by 2015 and this year, the Astros won 101 … [Read more...] about Astros Success a Boost for Houston Shop
‘Sweet Old Lady’s’ Card Shop Kept Alive By Her Children
She was known as the sweet old lady who ran the baseball card shop in a small West Virginia town that hugs the Ohio River. But Shirley Ann DeQuasie did more than sell cards and supplies for 29 years in Ravenswood. Her store, S&S Baseball Cards & Collectibles, was a gathering place for friends. Shirley would bring homemade “dessert things” to her shop, … [Read more...] about ‘Sweet Old Lady’s’ Card Shop Kept Alive By Her Children
Notes: Von Miller’s Stolen Helmet Returned; Philly Shop Marches On; Vikings Collector
Von Miller has his Super Bowl 50 helmet back. Just as it did with Tom Brady’s stolen Super Bowl jerseys, the FBI delivered the helmet to the MVP of Denver’s 24-10 win over Carolina. It was recovered in Mexico—along with those Brady jerseys—at the home of a collector of pro football memorabilia who apparently didn’t always obtain his items legally. Watch the story … [Read more...] about Notes: Von Miller’s Stolen Helmet Returned; Philly Shop Marches On; Vikings Collector
Louisiana Shop Devastated by Flood
Flooding continues to wreak havoc on the lives of people in Louisiana. Rescuers have been using any means necessary to get to stranded people and pets. For some businesses, the water has been devastating. In Denham Springs, Eddie Kay, the owner of Southeast Cards and Comics, was left with piles of ruined books and cards a week ago. So far, he’s only been able to salvage … [Read more...] about Louisiana Shop Devastated by Flood
Notes: Case, Set Breaks at NSCC; ’55 Koufax Giveaway; Shop Owner Profile
The National Sports Collectors Convention will have a Case Break Pavilion again this year, this time keeping some longer hours and including an area for vintage set breaks. Show organizers say the area will open for a “Preview Night” on Tuesday, August 2 from 6:30 PM -12:30 AM. Attendees interested in joining breaks or there to watch and/or learn will be admitted free. The … [Read more...] about Notes: Case, Set Breaks at NSCC; ’55 Koufax Giveaway; Shop Owner Profile
Notes: LeBron’s Game 3 Finals Jersey Brings $74,504
The home white jersey worn by LeBron James in Game 3 of the NBA Finals sold for a record price of $74,504 Thursday night. The online auction of jerseys worn by the Cavs and Warriors was conducted through NBA Auctions and MeiGray. The Finals MVP played 40 minutes and registered a game-high 32 points with 6 assists, 11 rebounds, a steal and two blocked shots, leading … [Read more...] about Notes: LeBron’s Game 3 Finals Jersey Brings $74,504