When people think about valuable tobacco and vintage trading cards, the T206 Honus Wagner is usually the first example that comes to mind. But the world of early promotional cards is much broader than one famous baseball card. Cigarette cards, tobacco cards, coffee cards, soup cards, and other product-issued cards all belong to a much … Read more
The historic baseball that Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani hit out of Miami’s LoanDepot Park last month has now become the most expensive baseball ever sold at auction. At an auction hosted by Goldin, the ball fetched an astounding price of $4.39 million. This ball marked Ohtani’s 50th home run of the season, making … Read more
In a moment that will go down in NBA history, LeBron and Bronny James played together for the first time during the Los Angeles Lakers’ season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This marked the first-ever instance of a father and son sharing the court in an NBA game, cementing the James family legacy. To celebrate … Read more
Beckett Offers Conflicting Opinion on Previously Graded Michael Jordan-Signed RookieCompany “Unable to Render an Opinion” on Autograph It Certified in March 2023. It’s another case of the Michael Jordan autograph controversy, which has gained momentum since the Netflix documentary The Last Dance and driven the value of signatures to new heights. The authenticity of a … Read more
When Topps released the limited Shohei Ohtani 50/50 boxes directly through its website, demand exploded almost instantly. Collectors were allowed to purchase up to 20 boxes per customer, and many sold out within minutes as buyers rushed to secure what already felt like a historic release tied to Ohtani’s legendary 2024 season with the Los … Read more
A rare 1984–85 Star Co. rookie card of Michael Jordan is currently up for auction at Goldin. After just one week, bidding has already climbed past $120,000, and with the buyer’s premium factored in, the price now sits at roughly $147,000. The steady stream of bids – well over 70 so far – underscores how … Read more
The 1986-87 Fleer Sticker #8 Michael Jordan is one of those Jordan pieces almost every collector recognizes immediately. It came out alongside the famous 1986 Fleer basketball release and has always lived a little in the shadow of the rookie card, even though a lot of collectors see it as part of the same rookie-era … Read more
Long before fans could read the sponsor logos, they already knew who was coming. A bright yellow helmet with green and blue stripes appeared in the distance — and everyone instantly recognized Ayrton Senna. Even decades after his final season in Formula 1, the design remains one of the most iconic visual symbols in motorsport … Read more
A study from 2022 held by “Money Made” indicates that sports cards could serve as an exceptional store of value due to their consistent prices during recessions and periods of inflation. Investors have legitimate concerns about the diminishing value of their assets amidst falling markets and high inflation. Whether funds remain in the stock market … Read more
Magic Johnson, one of the most iconic basketball players of all time, has an enduring legacy that continues to captivate fans worldwide. As collectors and enthusiasts delve into the world of sports memorabilia, the value of a Magic Johnson autograph becomes a subject of great interest. In this article, we delve into the world of … Read more
