Throughout the last year, I have rediscovered an old childhood passion — collecting baseball cards. This dive back into the hobby was largely driven by my seven-year-old son, George. George has played organized sports for several years, loves to play, and has always enjoyed watching games on TV. However, his newfound obsession with cards began

Closing on February 23, the auction features items used and signed by all-time great athletes in various sports. Two former NBA players are also putting up their collections for auction. Gotta Have Rock and Roll, a premier online auction house specializing in music, sports, pop culture, and historical memorabilia, is reminding sports fans and collectors

Sports memorabilia has always been a fascinating avenue for collectors, with items associated with legendary athletes fetching astronomical sums at auctions. Among these, memorabilia linked to basketball icon Michael Jordan holds a special place, given his monumental impact on the sport. A prime example is a jersey worn by Jordan during the 1998 NBA Finals,

The sports memorabilia market, a long-standing favorite among collectors and investors, has entered a new era with the advent of NFTs (non-fungible tokens). This digital transformation has revolutionized how fans collect memorabilia, introducing a novel way to own rare and valuable items related to beloved teams and players. NFTs, which are stored on a blockchain,

In recent years, the world of antique collecting has seen a shift, with traditional markets waning and new niches emerging. Among these, sporting memorabilia has carved out a significant place, particularly items related to rugby union. This niche has seen a surge in interest and value, reflecting the rich heritage and passionate following of the

Collecting has always been a part of my life, but among Marilyn Monroe memorabilia, stamps, and sports cards, it’s the latter that has captured my heart for the longest time. My journey into the world of sports card collecting began one Christmas morning in 1988, when I was just 10 years old. I received my

A 109-year-old Babe Ruth rookie card has set a new benchmark in the world of sports memorabilia by fetching $7.2 million at an online auction on November 17, 2023. This sale not only marks the highest amount ever paid for an item associated with the legendary baseball player but also ranks as the third-highest price

The sports memorabilia market, valued at $26 billion in 2021, is on an impressive trajectory, projected to skyrocket to $227.2 billion by 2032, according to a comprehensive analysis. This growth, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.8% from 2022 to 2032, is largely driven by the burgeoning demand for both physical and digital

For sports card collectors, identifying the best rookie cards in each Topps Baseball set is akin to finding hidden treasures. These cards, often featuring future Hall of Famers in their earliest professional appearances, can become the cornerstone of a collection, appreciating in value and historical significance over time. The quest for these gems spans from

The world of sports memorabilia is an ever-evolving market, where the value of items can skyrocket based on various factors, including the achievements of athletes, their popularity, and even their deaths. Among the most sought-after collectibles are baseball cards, especially those of Hall of Famers like Mickey Mantle, Carl Yastrzemski, and Whitey Ford. The condition

In a stunning display of the sports memorabilia market’s vitality, a mint condition Mickey Mantle baseball card shattered records by selling for $12.6 million. This sale not only highlights the card’s impeccable condition and the legendary status of its subject but also underscores the booming interest in sports collectibles. The Mantle card, dating from 1952

Even the most casual of sports card collectors knows about the Connor Bedard rookie card by now. The resurgence of the sports card industry saw hockey card collectors as a niche group, but with Bedard’s entry into the NHL, the dynamics have dramatically shifted. Drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks, Bedard has not only lived up

In a groundbreaking move for both the sports and entertainment collectible industry, LIV Golf and The Panini Group have entered into an exclusive multi-year partnership. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as Panini, the world’s largest sports and entertainment collectibles company, ventures into golf trading cards for the first time. Through this partnership, Panini becomes

In an exciting development for college football fans, Top Tier Authentics (TTA) has announced the launch of exclusive collections of officially licensed college football signed team memorabilia, available via the Amazon Fanshop. This launch is perfectly timed for the college bowl games, offering fans a unique opportunity to own a piece of their favorite team’s

Six shirts worn by Lionel Messi during Argentina’s victorious campaign at the 2022 World Cup are anticipated to become the “most valuable collection of sports memorabilia” as they go up for auction later this month. Among these shirts is the one Messi wore during the first half of the final in Qatar, marking a historic