Headlined by a program from the 1934 NFL Championship “Sneakers Game” and an original 1932 World Series ring, Touchdown Treasures’ latest auction is underway. Their Fall Sports Auction features 300+ lots and will be closing on Friday, November 15 at 10pm EST with the 30 minute rule. Touchdown Treasures, headed up by 29-year hobby veteran Mike Hatley, specializes in vintage … [Read more...] about 1934 NFL Championship ‘Sneakers Game’ Program Among Items in Touchdown Treasures Auction
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Championship Rings Offer Options for Collectors
You see one on the opening to the hit show Pawn Stars. You see them going for big money at auction. Championship rings are among the most valuable pieces of sports memorabilia you can buy. At the very top of demand in this regard, obviously, would be authentic NFL Championship rings. Others in and around the organization receive rings besides just the players themselves. … [Read more...] about Championship Rings Offer Options for Collectors
Leyritz Selling Big Home Run Bats, Jersey, ’96 World Series Ring
Former Yankees' post-season hero Jim Leyritz is selling off what would appear to be his most valuable pieces of memorabilia, including the 1996 World Series Game 4 home run bat and ball that gave rise to the Yankees' modern era dynasty. He's consigned numerous items to Legendary Auctions where they're currently up for bid. One of the best clutch performers in postseason … [Read more...] about Leyritz Selling Big Home Run Bats, Jersey, ’96 World Series Ring
Program from First World Series Sells for $241,500
One of only two known surviving copies of the first World Series program sold at auction Saturday for a record-setting price of $241,500, the highest price ever paid for a World Series program. The only other program seen in public resides in the Baseball Hall of Fame. The winner, whose name hasn't been revealed, placed the winning bid of $210,00 over the phone during Hunt … [Read more...] about Program from First World Series Sells for $241,500
2004 World Series Ring Goes on Local Auction Block
A former Boston Red Sox relief pitcher is selling his 2004 World Series ring. Scott Williamson says he's consigned the ring to Everything but the House, a Cincinnati-based auction company. It's believed to be the first player's ring from the Red Sox team that broke an 86-year drought of championships to be offered for sale. A scout's ring was placed on eBay in 2007. The … [Read more...] about 2004 World Series Ring Goes on Local Auction Block
Judge Orders Halt to Sale of Reggie Jackson Ring, Watch
A federal judge on Wednesday ordered American Memorabilia to stop the auction of two items Reggie Jackson claims are rightfully his. Just over 24 hours before a 1977 World Series ring and commemorative watch were to be sold by the Las Vegas-based company, U.S. District Court Judge Kent Dawson ruled the auction should be halted. Jackson sued American, his 77-year-old … [Read more...] about Judge Orders Halt to Sale of Reggie Jackson Ring, Watch
Stolen Phillies World Series Ring Found in Swamp
Sheriff's deputies in Snohomish County, Wash., have recovered the 2008 World Series ring given to Phillies' pitcher Kyle Kendrick in a swamp. A man "known to law enforcement" led authorities to the ring, which had been placed in a container of Mentos cand The man wasn't arrested but a total of five people have been arrested in connection with the burglary that took place at … [Read more...] about Stolen Phillies World Series Ring Found in Swamp
1919 World Series Pin Shines Light on Daubert
While much of the focus on the 1919 World Series surrounds the Chicago White Sox and gambling conspiracies, the Cincinnati Reds organization touts its title with enthusiasm. The recent consignment of a 1919 World Series pin--forerunner to the World Series ring--is lobbing a little more love at the team that history kind of forgot. As we revealed last month, Robert Edward … [Read more...] about 1919 World Series Pin Shines Light on Daubert
2011 Topps Series Two Preview
The first series is still about a month away from release, but we're already getting a glimpse of what's in store for 2011 Topps Series Two baseball The company has released information and images for the product, which is expected to be released in the spring. The base set will mirror the first series with the typical 330-card checklist. Topps is leaning heavily on its … [Read more...] about 2011 Topps Series Two Preview
Editor’s Blog: News & Notes from Around the Hobby
Apparently it's 1960 World Series month in the memorabilia business. You may have seen our link to the story about Bill Mazeroski's jersey. That's not the only momento from the '60 Series that's come out of hiding. The Treasure Hunters' Roadshow came to Vermont last week and a former scout for that team sold a 1960 World Series ring to the company. No word on what he got … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: News & Notes from Around the Hobby