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5-20-2020: L.A. Angels outfielder Mike Trout is only 28 years old and very much still playing pro baseball after nine seasons. But this week,
an autographed Mike Trout rookie card sold at auction for $922,500. The price tag sets a new record for a modern-day trading card.
The card, from a 2009 Bowman Chrome Draft Prospects series (distributed by Topps), was part of the 2020 spring auction run by Goldin Auctions, which also oversaw the $3.12 million sale of a rare T206 “Jumbo” Honus Wagner card in 2016. This auction also included two autographed Michael Jordan cards that each sold for more than$150,000; a non-autographed Jordan rookie card that sold for $99,630; a Kobe Bryant rookie card that sold for $113,160; a Kobe Bryant 2000 NBA Championship ring that sold for $206,000; and a 2003 LeBron James game-worn Cavaliers jersey that sold for $371,200.
The auction will end up bringing in more than double the previous highest-grossing auction in Goldin’s history, CEO Ken Goldin says, with double the number of bids and total participants. And that’s amid a global pandemic that has hammered the U.S. economy.
The trading card and memorabilia market has “increased exponentially since the lockdown,” Goldin says, “because a lot of wealthy people don’t have anything to spend their money on. A lot of them pulled their money out of the stock market and they want hard assets... It’s been on an upward trajectory for the past several years—the modern card market started taking off with six-figure numbers in 2015—but the past six months have been unbelievable. And the past three months have just been shocking.”
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CREAM SIGNED GUITAR ERIC CLAPTON AUTOGRAPHED STRAT GINGER BAKER JACK BRUCE PROOF
· SOLD FOR $6,499.99
· SOLD DATE Sep 16, 2019
· ORIGINAL CATEGORY Entertainment Memorabilia:Music Memorabilia:Rock & Pop:Artists
KURT COBAIN NIRVANA AUTOGRAPH SIGNED CONCERT TICKET TEENAGE FANCLUB
· SOLD FOR $6,100.00
· SOLD DATE Jan 26, 2019
· ORIGINAL CATEGORY Entertainment Memorabilia:Autographs-Original
BEATLES JOHN LENNON PAUL MCCARTNEY SIGNED AUTOGRAPHED PHOTO POSTCARD PSA/DNA
· SOLD FOR $5,999.99
· SOLD DATE Jul 26, 2019
· ORIGINAL CATEGORY Entertainment Memorabilia:Autographs-Original:
A Working Script from "The Searchers." Warner Bros., 1956. Mint green covers, screen play by Frank Nugent, annotated in blue ballpoint ink on the upper right and lower left corners"JW," not dated, marked "Revised Final Screenplay," 142 pages, with many pages folded in half by Wayne as was his habit with scripts he used on set, not annotated. (Please note covers are somewhat stained and pages are wrinkled.)
11" x 9"
Sold for: $41,825.00
John F. Kennedy Signed Dallas Morning News Front Page from Morning of November 22, 1963. A truly unique item, this autographed front page from the morning edition of the November 22, 1963 Dallas Morning News is one of the last signatures, if not the last signature, that President John F. Kennedy gave before his tragic death.
On the morning of the 22nd, while on the way to give a breakfast speech before the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce at the Texas Hotel, maid Jan White encountered the President and his Secret Service detail in the hallway and asked him to sign her copy of the newspaper. Kennedy read White's name on her name tag, and inscribed the newspaper "To Jan White, John Kennedy" in blue ink across the image of he and wife Jackie before continuing on to make his remarks and then catch his plane to Dallas. Within hours he was dead, allegedly shot by Lee Harvey Oswald.
Because the Kennedy-Johnson ticket had barely won Texas in 1960 (and had lost in Dallas), the President had traveled to D/FW with three basic goals in mind: to help raise contributions for the Democratic Party presidential campaign fund; to make early campaign steps towards re-election in November 1964; and to end the political infighting occurring within the Texas Democratic Party. Ms. White kept the paper in storage for 45 years, and the page is in Very Fine condition with some mild to moderate toning to the aging paper, with no fading to the newsprint or to Kennedy's large bold signature, and only a few small tears to the left and right edges. The page has been matted and framed along with a color photo of Kennedy, a reproduction of the Seal of the President of the United States, and a small dedication plaque detailing how the signature was obtained, with an overall size of 36" x 36". A fantastic item. With COAs from John Reznikoff and Skip Hensel, as well as authentication from Herman Darvick.
Sold for: $38,837.50
Elvis Presley Historic Twice-Signed Contract with The William Morris Agency (1956). In 1954 and 1955, the eventual King of Rock and Roll was rooted to Memphis and Sun Records. But it was the year 1956 when Elvis became an "overnight sensation" and worldwide phenomenon. Setting the stage for much of his success was a momentous signing on January 31 with the premier talent agency, the William Morris Agency. Under the terms of the contract, the agency would represent Elvis, which involved his touring and other appearances, including his soon to be prolific movie career. The agency would go on to represent Presley until his death in 1977.
The twice-signed by Elvis contract is accompanied by a rider (initialed by Presley) which excludes from the main contract existing agreements in place with The Louisiana Hayride, the Dorsey Brothers television program Stage Show, and with "the phonograph recording field."
Coming at the end of the same month in which Elvis released his first RCA single and recorded his first session at RCA's New York studio, in addition to making his groundbreaking appearance on The Stage Show, this signing signaled a shift in pop culture - Rock and Roll and its King had arrived!
The contract measures approximately 8.5" x 18"; the rider 8/5" x 5.5" and the two are beautifully displayed with two gorgeous 13.5" x 10.5" silver gelatin prints of the occasion, taken by famed photographer William "PoPsie" Randolph. All are professionally framed to an overall 37.5" x 39". COA from Rich Consola.
Sold for: $30,000.00
Anna Nicole Smith's Personal Journal From 1992. Absolutely fascinating diary handwritten by Smith during 1992 showing a side of her personality that has certainly not heretofore been publicly seen or examined. The book is a "Dreams" Diary from Hallmark, hardback with a metal clasp, 6.25" x 7.25" in size. It does not contain a year printed but Smith's handwritten entries range between June 3 and August 16 of 1992. She writes in both pencil and ink (black and blue ballpoint) and on the front page in felt tip she writes "VICKIE SMITH Do not read!" It contains approximately 14 pages in her writing.
There are many incredibly revealing, humorous, and touching words penned in this diary. When, early in her career, Anna Nicole announced that she planned to become "the next Marilyn Monroe," one has to wonder if she knew that her life would end so similarly to the voluptuous blonde bombshell of a previous generation. There are certainly parallels to be drawn. PSA/DNA as well as GAI certification is included.
Sold for: $29,875.00
A color photo ID issued for the hip-hop star's incarceration in 1995. Date of issue: 2/28/95. Signed by Tupac Shakur above the "Inmate Signature" line. Measures 2.5" x 3.5". In Very Good Minus condition with corner bumping and fading. COA from Heritage Auctions.
Sold for: $30,000.00
Detective Comics #27 (DC, 1939) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages....
Auction 7017 | Lot: 91126 | Feb 25, 2010
Sold For: $1,075,500.00
The Seven Samurai (Toho, 1954). Japanese STB, Tatekan
(21" X 58").
Auction 7178 | Lot: 86137 | Apr 7, 2018
Sold For: $22,705.00
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1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 PSA Mint 9.
Auction 50003 | Lot: 80477 | Apr 19, 2018
Sold For: $2,880,000.00
Nintendo World Championships 1990 Grey - Wata 6.5 Cart [#0181], NES Nintendo 1990 USA. Here's a true rarity for the NES. It is estimated that fewer than 100 of these Gray competition cartridges that were used in the 1990 Nintendo World Championship US Tour still exist. Gray NWC cartridges like this one were given to the tournament finalists after the competitors, and in some cases their parents, made a stir about receiving one. These cartridges were never meant to be in the hands of the consumer, and were intended to be destroyed. Because of this, the standards of quality for the production of these cartridges does not match those of games released in stores.
The cartridge contains modified versions of three NES classics: Super Mario Bros. (collect 50 coins), Rad Racer (race on a special NWC course), and Tetris (score as many points as possible during the remaining time allotted). During the official competition, gamers were given 6:21 to play all three mini-games, but the cartridge contains dipswitches that can alter the time limit. One of the Holy Grails of NES collecting, the Nintendo World Championships Grey cart is not only rare but also historically important as a memento of an early and pivotal esports competition.Nintendo World Championships 1990 Grey - Wata 6.5 Cart [#0181], NES Nintendo 1990 USA. Here's a true rarity for the NES. It is estimated that fewer than 100 of these Gray competition cartridges that were used in the 1990 Nintendo World Championship US Tour still exist. Gray NWC cartridges like this one were given to the tournament finalists after the competitors, and in some cases their parents, made a stir about receiving one. These cartridges were never meant to be in the hands of the consumer, and were intended to be destroyed. Because of this, the standards of quality for the production of these cartridges does not match those of games released in stores.
The cartridge contains modified versions of three NES classics: Super Mario Bros. (collect 50 coins), Rad Racer (race on a special NWC course), and Tetris (score as many points as possible during the remaining time allotted). During the official competition, gamers were given 6:21 to play all three mini-games, but the cartridge contains dipswitches that can alter the time limit. One of the Holy Grails of NES collecting, the Nintendo World Championships Grey cart is not only rare but also historically important as a memento of an early and pivotal esports competition.Nintendo World Championships 1990 Grey - Wata 6.5 Cart [#0181], NES Nintendo 1990 USA. Here's a true rarity for the NES. It is estimated that fewer than 100 of these Gray competition cartridges that were used in the 1990 Nintendo World Championship US Tour still exist. Gray NWC cartridges like this one were given to the tournament finalists after the competitors, and in some cases their parents, made a stir about receiving one. These cartridges were never meant to be in the hands of the consumer, and were intended to be destroyed. Because of this, the standards of quality for the production of these cartridges does not match those of games released in stores.
The cartridge contains modified versions of three NES classics: Super Mario Bros. (collect 50 coins), Rad Racer (race on a special NWC course), and Tetris (score as many points as possible during the remaining time allotted). During the official competition, gamers were given 6:21 to play all three mini-games, but the cartridge contains dipswitches that can alter the time limit. One of the Holy Grails of NES collecting, the Nintendo World Championships Grey cart is not only rare but also historically important as a memento of an early and pivotal esports competition.Nintendo World Championships 1990 Grey - Wata 6.5 Cart [#0181], NES Nintendo 1990 USA. Here's a true rarity for the NES. It is estimated that fewer than 100 of these Gray competition cartridges that were used in the 1990 Nintendo World Championship US Tour still exist. Gray NWC cartridges like this one were given to the tournament finalists after the competitors, and in some cases their parents, made a stir about receiving one. These cartridges were never meant to be in the hands of the consumer, and were intended to be destroyed. Because of this, the standards of quality for the production of these cartridges does not match those of games released in stores.
Sold on Oct 29, 2021 for:
$84,000.00 includes Buyer's Premium (BP)
Some of the most famous movies in history were defined by really great props. Now collectors’ items, these mementos are worth a pretty penny. Most people hang movie posters to honor their favorite films, but the right amount of cash can buy some pretty amazing memorabilia.
Robby the Robot
Movie: “Forbidden Planet”
Price: $5.3 million
The seven-foot-tall robot from the 1956 film “Forbidden Planet,” Robby the Robot sold for $5.3 million at Bonhams New York in November 2017. In a press release, the auction house revealed the lot also included the Jeep Robby drives on Altair IV, the auxiliary control panel and his original MGM packing crates. The name of the buyer was not disclosed.
Maltese Falcon Statuette
Movie: “The Maltese Falcon”
Price: $4 million
In November 2013, the lead statuette of the Maltese Falcon from the 1941 film of the same name sold for $4 million at a Bonhams New York auction. According to the auction house, it was one of two known cast lead statuettes created for “The Maltese Falcon,” but the only one confirmed by Warner Bros. to have actually appeared in the film. The buyer’s identity was not revealed.
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Marilyn Monroe’s White Dress
Movie: “The Seven-Year Itch”
Price: $5.6 million
One of the most famous movies of all time, “The Seven-Year Itch” was made memorable by Marilyn Monroe’s iconic white-pleated subway dress. Actress Debbie Reynolds sold the dress at a Beverly Hills, Calif., auction in June 2011 for $5.6 million, which is monumentally more than the $2 million it was expected to fetch, reported CNN.
Competition for the famed dress from the 1955 film was intense, as CNN revealed the bidding went on for 20 minutes until it was finally sold to an unnamed buyer.
Luke Skywalker’s Lightsaber
Movie: “Star Wars” and “The Empire Strikes Back”
Price: $450,000
A lightsaber used by Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker in “Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope” and in “Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back” was sold to Ripley Entertainment for $450,000 in July 2017, reported the Orlando Sentinel. In December 2017, the lightsaber made its public debut at Ripley’s Believe It or Not Odditorium in Hollywood, Calif., where it was set to be on display until mid-January 2018, according to a press release.
The lightsaber will tour in 2018 as part of Ripley’s 100th anniversary, according to the Orlando Sentinel.
James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5
Movie: “Goldfinger” and “Thunderball”
Price: $4.6 million
Said to be one of two cars driven by Sean Connery as James Bond in “Goldfinger” and “Thunderball,” collector Harry Yeaggy of Ohio purchased the 1964 Aston Martin DB5 for what was said to be over $4.6 million when including auction fees in October 2010 at an auction in London, reported The New York Times. The other car used in the films was reported stolen from a Boca Raton airport hangar in 1997.
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Audrey Hepburn’s Ascot Dress
Movie: “My Fair Lady”
Price: $3.7 million
In the 1964 film “My Fair Lady,” Audrey Hepburn wore a stunning Ascot dress. Designed by legendary costume designer Cecil Beaton, actress Debbie Reynolds owned the historic gown until June 2011 when she auctioned it off, according to LiveAuctioneers. The dress was worth an estimated $200,000 to $300,000, but Reuters reported its selling price as $3.7 million. The buyer was not named.
Judy Garland’s Blue and White Gingham Dress
Movie: “The Wizard of Oz”
Price: $480,000
You might have seen this specific movie memorabilia before. “The Wizard of Oz” is one of the most popular movies ever made, and the blue and white gingham dress was worn by Judy Garland, who played Dorothy in the film, is instantly recognizable. The pinafore dress and the white puffy-sleeved blouse she donned throughout the 1939 film sold for $480,000 at auction in November 2012, reported Reuters. The buyer was not identified.
Dorothy’s Ruby Red Slippers
Movie: “The Wizard of Oz”
Price: $666,000
One of the most famous movie props of all time, Dorothy’s ruby red slippers from “The Wizard of Oz” were most recently auctioned at Christie’s East in 2000, where they garnered $666,000, according to Smithsonian.com.
A mint condition Mickey Mantle baseball card sold for $12.6 million Sunday, blasting into the record books as the most ever paid for sports memorabilia in a market that has grown exponentially more lucrative in recent years.
The rare Mantle card eclipsed the record just posted a few months ago — $9.3 million for the jersey worn by Diego Maradona when he scored the contentious "Hand of God" goal in soccer's 1986 World Cup.
It easily surpassed the $7.25 million for a century-old Honus Wagner baseball card recently sold in a private sale.
And just last month, the heavyweight boxing belt reclaimed by Muhammad Ali during 1974's "Rumble in the Jungle" sold for nearly $6.2 million.
All are part of a booming market for sports collectibles.
Comic books are still a very popular collector’s item — and the more vintage and rare your comic book is, the more it’s worth.
Just because your comic book collection might contain some rare and vintage copies, however, doesn’t guarantee it’s worth $1 million. You must take into account additional factors when you’re buying, selling or trading comic books. For example, you should figure out your comic book’s marketability. Comics with classic covers or first appearances are typically more valuable, according to ComicsPriceGuide.com.
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A mint condition Mickey Mantle baseball card sold for $12.6 million! Blasting into the record books as the most ever paid for sports memorabilia in a market that has grown exponentially more lucrative in recent years.
'Star Wars' Collectibles
“Star Wars” is a cultural phenomenon with its own holiday — and branded items are hot. The franchise’s toys are popular collectibles that are gaining in value.
If your “Star Wars” collection has a lot of items from the original trilogy, you could have a nice nest egg worth close to $1 million. Or, at the very least, you’ll have toys worth money in the future.
The Most Expensive 'Star Wars' Collectibles
One fan got $505,202 for his “Star Wars” collection of 600 items, according to CNN. Some items, however, were worth more than others.
For example, a pristine multipack of seven “Star Wars” action figures from “The Empire Strikes Back” sold for more than $30,000 — three times its estimate. And a recalled Luke Skywalker toy sold for $25,000. Meanwhile, Yak Face, a creature from “Return of the Jedi,” sold for only $7,250 and a “Return of the Jedi” Anakin Skywalker figurine sold for only $3,000.
Maybe some of these cheap ways to celebrate “Star Wars” will be worth something in the future.
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