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    Esa Tikkanen's 1994 Stanley Cup Ring Sells for $139,000 at Auction

    Esa Tikkanen's 1994 Stanley Cup ring, commemorating the New York Rangers' historic victory, was sold for an impressive $139,444 at Classic Auctions on Tuesday night. This sale marks the first time an authentic Rangers player championship ring has ever been made available to the public. The ring...
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    Vintage Baseball Cards and Complete Sets Shine in REA’s June Auction

    REA’s June Encore Auction concluded on Sunday night, with set building emerging as a prominent theme. Six complete graded sets ranked among the top ten items sold. Leading the auction were Topps Baseball complete sets from 1963, 1960, and 1961, which sold for $75,000, $66,000, and $54,000...
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    PSA Launches Trading Card Vault to Streamline Collector Transactions

    The Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) has officially launched its Trading Card Vault, a move designed to simplify the grading and selling process for trading card collectors. This new development follows PSA’s acquisition of eBay’s card vault in April, with the transaction being finalized...
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    Surprise Variation of Topps NOW Victor Wembanyama Rookie Card Discovered

    Buyers of the Topps NOW Victor Wembanyama Rookie of the Year card are encountering an unexpected variation in their deliveries—a glow-in-the-dark version that pays homage to his nickname, 'The Alien.' The standard version of this card broke records, with 113,777 copies sold in just 72 hours...
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    Gretzky's Iconic 1988 Stanley Cup Stick Fetches $336K at Auction

    A hockey stick used by Wayne Gretzky during the 1988 Stanley Cup Finals has made headlines, selling for an impressive $336,000 at a Sotheby's auction. This price sets a new record for the highest amount ever paid for an NHL-used stick. The historic stick, verified by MeiGray through...
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    Sports Card Release Calendar For Late June

    6/21 2023-24 Panini Contenders Basketball Featuring two autographs per box across four eight-card packs. Highlights include Rookie Ticket Autographs with numbered parallels. Introduces NBA Ink Autographs, numbered from 99 to 1, exclusive to Hobby boxes priced around $370. Blaster boxes also...
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    Willie Mays Celebrated with Monumental Baseball Card Unveiling in Alabama

    A towering tribute to Willie Mays, one of baseball's all-time greats, was unveiled in Alabama this Tuesday. The event was a highlight of a six-stop tour organized by Fox Sports and Fanatics, which celebrated legendary Negro Leagues players. This tour concluded with a Major League Baseball game...
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    Ravens and Fanatics Forge Deeper Ties to Boost Stadium Shopping Experience

    The Baltimore Ravens and Fanatics have announced a substantial expansion of their existing partnership, promising to deliver an unparalleled retail experience for fans. This upgraded collaboration extends Fanatics' role from managing the team's online and mobile sales to taking charge of all...
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    Season 2 of 'King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch' Launches on Netflix, Diving Deeper into the World of Rare Collectibles

    Netflix recently premiered Season 2 of 'King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch,' a documentary series that follows Ken Goldin, founder of Goldin Auctions, as he navigates the intricate and lucrative world of collectibles. This season expands on its predecessor by exploring even more...
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    Remembering Willie Mays: A Titan of Baseball Passes Away

    The baseball world is in mourning following the death of Willie Mays on June 19th. Renowned for his exceptional talent and magnetic personality, Mays' influence extended well beyond the baseball diamond into the realm of sports memorabilia, where he remains a giant figure. Willie Mays...
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    Walter O'Malley's Legacy Enriches Baseball Hall of Fame with Extensive Archive Donation

    In celebration of its 85th anniversary, the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum received a remarkable donation from the family of Walter O'Malley, the iconic Dodgers owner. The gift comprises seventy boxes filled with an extensive collection of documents and photographs that document the...
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    2024 Topps Chrome Baseball Expands Base Set and Features New Inserts and Autographs

    The 2024 Topps Chrome Baseball collection will see an expanded base set, increasing from 220 to 300 cards, with nearly a third of these featuring rookies. Highlighting this release, Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz will not only feature on the product's box but also in the rookie card...
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    Jac Caglianone Signs Exclusive Trading Card and Memorabilia Deal with Topps x Fanatics

    Jac Caglianone, the Florida Gators' celebrated first baseman, has made history by becoming the first college baseball player to sign an exclusive deal with Topps x Fanatics. This landmark agreement, which includes trading cards and memorabilia, showcases the exceptional platform that the Florida...
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    Fanatics and Sotheby's Unite to Transform Luxury Sports Card Market

    In a landmark partnership, Fanatics and Sotheby's are set to redefine the luxury sports card market through high-profile auctions and the launch of a new marketplace, Fanatics Collect, offering elite sports cards valued at over $100,000. Fanatics and Sotheby's have announced a groundbreaking...
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    Jannik Sinner Celebrated with Exclusive Panini Instant Trading Card After Historic ATP No. 1 Ranking

    Jannik Sinner's remarkable ascent to the top of the ATP rankings is commemorated by Panini with an exclusive trading card release, highlighting the Italian tennis star’s achievements including his recent Australian Open victory. Jannik Sinner, at the young age of 22, has swiftly become a...
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    Heritage Auctions to Feature Hank Aaron’s Photomatched Rookie Jersey in Upcoming Sale

    A Hank Aaron rookie jersey, verified by photomatches to significant early events in his career, is set to be a highlight at Heritage Auctions’ August Platinum Auction. Heritage Auctions is poised to offer an exceptional piece of baseball history in its August Platinum Auction: the rookie jersey...
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    Ex-Columbia City Parks Chief Sentenced for Embezzling Over $240K for Baseball Card Scheme

    Mark Green, the former Parks Superintendent of Columbia City, has been sentenced to three years after embezzling city funds to purchase and resell baseball cards, following an investigation triggered by suspicious financial activities. Mark Green, once the head of the Columbia City Parks and...
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    Panini Launches Exclusive Jannik Sinner Collection to Mark His No. 1 ATP Ranking

    In a landmark partnership, Panini has teamed up with Jannik Sinner to release a series of collectibles celebrating his ascent to the world's top ATP ranking, making him the first Italian to achieve this feat. Panini, based in Modena, Italy, proudly announced on June 10, 2024, a dynamic...
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    Reebok and Panini America Launch Emmitt Smith-Inspired Sneaker and Card Collection

    Reebok and Panini America have teamed up to release a special Emmitt Smith sneaker and sports card collection, featuring designs inspired by Panini's Prizm cards, set to launch globally on June 14, 2024. On June 10, 2024, in Boston, Reebok and Panini America unveiled their latest collaboration...
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    Previewing the 2024 Topps Tier One Baseball Collection

    The 2024 Topps Tier One Baseball collection boasts a massive array of memorabilia and autographs, featuring everything from cut signatures to bat knobs, all packed into a single pack format with a variety of cards. The 2024 Topps Tier One Baseball series is notable for its comprehensive...
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