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Exciting Sports Card Releases: Late January to Mid-February 2024
The sports card community is buzzing with excitement as the late-January to mid-February period brings a plethora of highly anticipated releases. From elite basketball sets to comprehensive hockey collections, collectors have plenty to look forward to in the coming weeks. Closing Out January: 1. 2022-23 Panini Immaculate Basketball (Available from 1/31): Finally hitting the shelves…
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Historic Sales at Heritage: Ruth Rookie and Jordan Cards Lead Record-Breaking Auction
Over the weekend, Heritage Auctions’ Winter Sports Card Auction made waves in the collecting world. The star of the show was a premiere SGC graded 1916 M101-5 blank back Babe Ruth rookie card, which fetched an astonishing sale price of $630,000. This particular card, rated 5.5 by SGC, is incredibly rare with only seven other…
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Beltré, Helton, and Mauer Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
The induction of Adrián Beltré, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2024 marks a significant moment in the history of baseball, celebrating the careers of three athletes who have left an indelible mark on the sport. Each of these players has not only demonstrated exceptional skill and consistency on…
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NFL Playoff Stars’ Rookie Cards Skyrocket in Auction Value
As the NFL playoffs grip the sports world, fans aren’t just captivated by the on-field performances of the final four quarterbacks, they are also eagerly bidding on their rookie cards in online auctions. Patrick Mahomes II, Brock Purdy, Lamar Jackson, and Jared Goff are not only making waves with their skills but also in the…
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Caitlin Clark, Iowa Basketball Phenom, Sets Women’s Card Sales Records
Caitlin Clark, the breakout star of the Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball team, continues to shine both on and off the court. Not only is she captivating fans with her extraordinary performances, but she is also making significant waves in the world of sports memorabilia. The 2023 Naismith Women’s Player of the Year, known for her…
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Bob Beamon’s Iconic 1968 Olympic Medal Goes Under the Hammer at Christie’s
Bob Beamon, the legendary athlete who set a world record in the long jump at the 1968 Summer Olympics, is preparing to part with the gold medal he earned for this historic achievement. The medal, which commemorates Beamon’s astounding leap of 29 feet, 2 1/2 inches, will be auctioned off at Christie’s Auction House as…
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Fanatics Launches ‘The Ten’ Program to Reward Collectors for Finding Top Sports Cards
Fanatics Collectibles, in partnership with Fanatics Live, has introduced an exciting new program called ‘The Ten’. This initiative is designed to celebrate and reward collectors who discover the top 10 sports cards on the market. Taking inspiration from popular lists like the “Billboard Hot 100” and the FBI’s “Most Wanted”, ‘The Ten’ showcases a dynamic…
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Historic Baseball Memorabilia Steals the Show in Clean Sweep Auctions’ 2024 Premiere
In Clean Sweep Auctions’ highly anticipated premiere event of 2024, baseball enthusiasts and collectors are flocking to browse through an extensive collection of pre-War baseball cards and memorabilia. Among the highlights are two exceptionally rare T206 cards, which are highly coveted by vintage baseball collectors worldwide. One of the notable offerings is a T206 Ray…
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Hot Athletes in January 2024: The Hottest Collectibles on Auction Sites
In the competitive world of sports collectibles, certain players become the talk of the town, captivating collectors with their exceptional talents and promising careers. From football to baseball, and soccer to hockey, these athletes have become the focal point of collectors’ interests, driving up demand for their memorabilia. Let’s take a closer look at some…