It ended with half a million dollars at Goldin. The Steph Curry Trading Card from Topps Now.No autograph. No patch. Not even a rookie card. Just Steph turning away, arms already half-raised, before the ball drops clean through the net. A moment burned into the collective memory of basketball fans—and now into the high-end memorabilia … Read more
Photomatching is still one of the strongest ways to verify game-used sports memorabilia. A jersey, shoe, helmet, bat, glove or ball can sometimes be matched to a real game photo by looking at details that are unique to that item. That can include stitching, stains, loose threads, wrinkles, dirt marks, scuffs, manufacturer quirks, number placement, … Read more
In September 2016, California passed a new law, Assembly Bill 1570 (AB 1570), aimed at providing stronger protections against the fraudulent sale of signed sports memorabilia (California Legislative Information). Unlike earlier regulations, which mainly focused on sports memorabilia, AB 1570 expanded the rules to apply to all autographed items sold for $5 or more. The … Read more
Autograph grading autographs — or any signed collectible — has become more than just a way to verify authenticity. It’s a financial strategy. A slabbed signature carries weight in the hobby, adds legitimacy, and can drastically increase resale value. But the real question is: Does grading actually maximize your return on investment? Everyone loves to … Read more
On September 19, 2024, Ohtani etched his name into baseball history with a feat no Major League player had ever achieved: a 50/50 season—50 home runs and 50 stolen bases. That night, in a historic matchup against the Miami Marlins, Ohtani delivered a performance for the ages: six hits in six at-bats, including three home … Read more
Everyone’s hyped about sports trading cards again. A rare LeBron James rookie card sells for over $5 million, and suddenly people are acting like this market can only go up. Sound familiar? It should—because this feels a lot like Beanie Babies in the ’90s. Let’s break it down. Hype vs. True Scarcity Sports cards hold … 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
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
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
