Atul joins Collectable Live to discuss the investability of fine wines and to help sports card and memorabilia collectors understand the space through the sports collector lens.

A new report from Market Decipher projects the sports memorabilia industry, including trading cards, to grow at a CAGR of 21.8% over the next 10 years.

“Cosmetic tattoo artist Karen Green was gifted a first-generation iPhone in 2007 but never opened it. Now, she’s putting it up for auction, where it’s expected to fetch at least $50,000, more than 80 times its original price.”

“Originally a special development model that was never intended to be sold, the one-of-a-kind Bugatti Chiron Profilée sold at RM Paris collector car auction.”

“No longer seen as a declining active athlete, but rather an accomplished legend, demand grows once again. That already started happening with Brady after his video dropped.”

“Heritage Auctions is selling the Kaepernick-worn 49ers jersey at a starting bid of $10,000 USD. According to reports, the jersey is expected to fetch up to $40,000 USD, if not more.”

“UK-based literature purveyor Peter Harrington Rare Books announced it will be offering a stunning assortment of rare James Bond film finds, including screenplays, costume designs, storyboards and more.”

“When the economy is strong and stable, consumer confidence is high, and people tend to have more disposable income to spend on collectibles. In this environment, consumers are more likely to make impulse purchases, and the market for collectibles tends to be stronger.”