September 27th, 2009 — Sports
If you are looking for a hobby or an endeavor that is exciting and profitable and you enjoy sports of any kind, then you may want to consider giving sports memorabilia collecting a chance. Maybe you have always had a serious interest in a sport team or a sporting event. Perhaps you have collected baseball cards or sports accessories or other vintage sports memorabilia all of your life. Today, many adults are collecting products and sports memorabilia that reflect their favorite players or teams. Some people even take sports memorabilia collecting to the next level by running a business. Whatever your particular passion is, here are some useful tips that will improve your ability at sports memorabilia collecting, buying and selling.
>> Soak up as much information as you can about the industry as well as the team or player that you are collecting vintage sports memorabilia for. Just because something is old, that does not mean it is valuable – So if you are keen on collecting sports memorabilia, you need to be willing to research what will and will not be profitable as a part of your collection. The best thing that you can do is research, research and research before you buy anything. This way, you can ensure that everything you add to your sports memorabilia is worthy of being there.
>> Shop only with reputable dealers regardless of whether you are buying online or offline. You should make sure to find several different reputable dealers that sell authentic vintage sports memorabilia and other quality products. Shop only with dealers that you feel like you can trust, and be absolutely aware of scams that exist online. If a dealer cannot provide proof that something is authentic, do not buy it. Forged signatures are worth absolutely nothing in your sports memorabilia collection. If you ever find yourself working with a dealer that does not seem reputable in any way, it is absolutely vital that you not work with that dealer, lest you be taken for a lot of money for absolutely nothing.
>> Take proper care of all of your sports memorabilia items by protecting them while displaying them. If you have high ticket signed collectibles, then they should absolutely be protected all the time. Keep them in a dry place in your home, above the ground in case of water damage. Do not simply pack your sports memorabilia items away in plastic bags or cardboard boxes, because sealed containers like plexi glass are much more suitable. This will protect your sports memorabilia items from insects and mice. Your vintage sports memorabilia collectibles should always be stored at room temperature and away from direct exposure from the sun and exposure to moisture if you want to keep them in the best possible condition.
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Originally posted 2009-05-29 05:28:14. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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September 15th, 2009 — nascar collectibles
One of the nation’s favorite sports is racing, and Nascar is bigger than ever. If you’re a fan of Nascar, or you are just looking for a fun collectible, there are numerous different options available. Many of these are very valuable, especially for certain drivers, and the sport is growing all the time. Let’s take a look at the different types of Nascar collectibles that are currently available.
Posters
These are very popular Nascar collectibles, but they are only valuable if they are signed. You can find original authentic autographs if you are a private collector, or if you just want something that commemorates a certain event or a favorite driver, you can find posters with reprinted autographs. The most popular subjects for posters are Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt, but new stars are always on the rise.
Lithographs
These are far more valuable than posters and many of these Nascar collectibles are very detailed and worth quite a lot of money. Look for limited edition lithographs that are personally signed by a driver if you need a collectible that is worth a lot of money. If you’re on a budget, there are mass production lithographs available that are much more economical, but their overall collectible value is somewhat less than the ones with the real autographs.
Trading Cards
These are a popular Nascar collectible with children and in many areas they are heavily traded. A lot of people like to take the card with their favorite driver on it to the track in hopes of getting it autographed. If you can’t make it to the track however, you can still find them for sale. One of the best places to look is at online auction sites, where you can get a wide variety of different cards and drivers.
Photos
These have perhaps the most emotional value for Nascar collectibles, especially if you can get a picture taken with your favorite driver. If you do, make sure to get them to autograph it for you. You can do this by contacting their team once the photo is printed and send it off for an autograph. Most drivers will be more than willing to autograph it for you. Standard issue photos are also quite popular and once again, you’ll want to get them autographed if you can.
Hats and Apparel
While these are classified as Nascar collectibles, they really fall more into the memorabilia category, but to fans, that doesn’t make them any less valuable. You can find these for sale in most department or sporting goods stores. Every once in awhile you can also find limited edition apparel with a signature of your favorite driver on it.
Figurines and Die Cast Cars
Last but not least, die cast cars and figures are also very popular Nascar collectibles. You can find these in most stores but if you buy one, it’s best to leave it in the original packaging to retain its value, especially if you plan on selling it for a profit in the future.
Originally posted 2008-09-28 05:00:23. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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September 14th, 2009 — Baseball Cards, Sports Memorabilia
Baseball cards have been around for just about as long as the sport has and many of them have turned into very valuable collector items. Whether you are interested in collecting baseball cards from a fan perspective, or you are more into the investment angle, these are quite fun to collect and chances are you may just come across one that is a truly rare find. Collecting baseball cards isn’t just for kids anymore – this can be a serious business.
If you are interested in collecting baseball cards, there are a few things that you need to know ahead of time to make sure that you are getting a good value for your money and a good investment. With the advent of digital printers and online sales, it has become all too easy for scam artists to crank out supposed valuable cards that aren’t worth the paper that they are printed on. Before you buy a baseball card, you need to take a few things into consideration.
1. Does the seller have a good reputation?
If someone is trying to sell fakes, sooner or later their actions will catch up with them. If you are buying baseball cards online, especially if you are buying on an auction site, take advantage of the reputation system that is built into these sites and look at the seller’s feedback. If there is any indication that their customers are not satisfied, don’t make the purchase. You can also do a web search on a seller to see if they have any other complaints.
2. What is the condition of the card?
Someone selling a rare baseball card from the early 1900’s, like the one pictured here, and claiming that it is in perfect condition may not be telling the whole truth. It is important to get plenty of pictures of the item you want to buy so that you can verify the condition of the card on your own. You should be able to see if there are any rips, tears or fraying that can lower the overall value of the card. Keep in mind however that some sellers will do a bait and switch and picture a baseball card that is in great condition, but ship you one that is not in good condition.
3. Get an appraisal
Perhaps the best way to determine whether or not you should invest in a rare baseball card is to have an independent appraisal done on the item. This can easily be handled online and many of these services feature very quick turnaround times. The small amount of money you pay for the appraisal could end up saving you thousands by helping you identify the right kind of card you are looking for.
Whenever you’re buying a collectible item it pays to do your homework and baseball cards are no different. Take the time to authenticate the item before you purchase it and you won’t have to worry about whether you are being taken for a ride.
Originally posted 2008-09-12 05:00:29. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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