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Movie Auction Could Make ‘Superman’ Costume Most Expensive in History
“A Christopher Reeve ‘Superman’ outfit could fetch up to $500,0000 at an upcoming auction — making it the most expensive superhero costume in history.”
Blue Jays Fans Just Miss Big Pay Day After Almost Catching Aaron Judge’s Record-Tying Home Run Ball
“Aaron Judge hit his record-tying 61st home run Wednesday night and wound up with the historic ball after two Toronto Blue Jays fans just missed catching it.”
Someone Bought mark Zuckerberg’s Baseball Card for $105,000
“The rare, autographed item dates from the social-media entrepreneur’s Little League days”
Rookie Cards of the First Black Players in Modern NFL History
An analysis of barrier breaking athletes and their historic cardboard counterparts
Hobby Tweets of the Week
@CollectableApp announces the funding of a Jayson Tatum RPA
@DarrenRovell shows off his press pass and ticket for Willie Mays’ legendary World Series catch
@AltanInsights covers this week’s fractional trades and trends
@PWCCmarketplace continues their Iconic 100 countdown with Babe Ruth’s rookie card
How a Group of NBC Collectors Landed Sports Cards on Sunday Night Football
The story behind Sunday Night Football’s new card- themed graphics
Christie’s Launches ‘Department X’ as Collectible Sneakers and Street-Wear Boom
“Department X will sell rare collectibles across music, fashion, art and sports history, but sneakers and streetwear will be among its biggest categories.”
A Life in Baseball Cards
“Mark Hoyle has spent a lifetime building his collection of sports memorabilia and baseball cards. But the perfect Ted Williams still eludes him”