SPORTS MEMORABILIA INTRODUCTION
The term sports memorabilia usually refers to anything that can be directly connected to a sports event or personality. These items are generally gathered by fans of the particular sport, athlete or team that the item signifies or by collectors who find value in the rarity time-value of these collectibles. "Sports memorabilia" often refers to autographed sports items as well.
Sports memorabilia can either have a sentimental or monetary value to the collector. Many items used by famous sports stars or at a famous event have been sold for many dollars at auctions such as Sotheby's and others. The ball that Mark McGwire hit for home-run number 62 in 1998, for example, was sold for over 1 million dollars.
It could be said that collecting sports memorabilia goes back to the first decades of the 20th century, when many people would collect baseballs from baseball games and many asked Babe Ruth for autographs. As years passed and many other sports stars joined their sports, memorabilia collectors also began to broaden their horizons.
A piece of rugby union memorablilia; an Uncirculated Coin from the 2003 Rugby World CupWhen the NBA, MLB, NHL and NFL began selling their jerseys in stores during the 1980s, game used jerseys also became a hot item among sports memorabilia collectors. Former NBA player Dennis Rodman was famous for taking off his jerseys and throwing them to the stands after his games were over. Michael Jordan is probably the basketball player whose memorabilia is most sought after by collectors.
The highest price fetched for a football (soccer) match worn shirt is $224,000. The shirt belonged to the legendary Pele, who wore it during the 1970 World Cup final in which Brazil went onto win.
Collectors also like to look back in time when they are finding sports memorabilia. Items such as John L. Sullivan and Jack Johnson fight posters have sold well before. There is also a boxing glove signed by Sullivan, Johnson, Ruth and many Hollywood stars and American Presidents that has sold for a lot of money before. This glove is now on display at the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
In boxing, one of the most prominent sports memorabilia collectors is Bob Pace, who sells everything from fight posters to autographs. Pace has been in business since 1984.
Another sports star who is very requested by memorabilia collectors is Pete Rose. Many items used by the king of hits have sold for good prices, including one of his convertible cars, which was obtained by a collector who concentrates on Pete Rose memorabilia only. An article about this was published in a sports magazine.
Adding an autograph to an item used in a particular game or by a particular star can increase or decrease the value of the item, depending on the situation. If the autograph has been personalized (i.e. "To Mark") the autograph devalues the item on the public market. Also, collectors put little value on autographed memorabilia that is sold without a certificate of authenticity. Several companies have developed systems to prove authenticity of game-used or autographed memorabilia, and collectors will generally seek out dealers that offer a lifetime, money-back, authenticity guarantee.
For the collectors who only see their memorabilia as having a sentimental value, they might look at it as a childhood memory, or as an important moment of life shared with his or her favorite star or team.
Event programmes from rugby union and football (soccer) matches are also highly collectable.
eBay is a popular media for sellers and buyers. However most of the items sold on eBay are not from reputable dealers, and are often counterfeit - including the items that are sold with Certificates of Authenticity, because these can easily be faked. The only way to ensure that sports memorabilia is authentic is to make a purchase from a reputable dealer. Industry experts and law enforcement agencies estimate that a large number of the items sold in the sports memorabilia industry are counterfeit.
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"Due to their 26 World Series Championships, The New York Yankees were named The team of the 20th Century. This 20x24 photo was personally hand signed by the following 27 members of the 1998, 1999, and 2000 World Champion New York Yankees: Homer Bush, Jose Cardenal, Chris Chambliss, Roger Clemens, Tony Cloninger, David Cone, Joe Girardi, Orlando Hernandez, Glenallen Hill, Derek Jeter, David Justice, Ricky Ledee, Tino Martinez, Ramiro Mendoza, Jeff Nelson, Paul O'Neill, Andy Pettitte, Tim Raines, Mariano Rivera, Luis Sojo, Shane Spencer, Mike Stanton, Mel Stottlemyre, Joe Torre, David Wells, Bernie Williams, and Don Zimmer. This awesome hand signed photo has been custom framed with a Yankee blue suade top matting over white bottom matting. The frame is made with a cherry/mahogany and black wood frame that measures 30x36 inches. This fine piece is accented with two Yankees medallions and a metal engraved nameplate. The Autographed Photo is a hand numbered Limited Edition of only 26! The photo has a Goldin Sports Authenticity Hologram on it and comes with a Detailed Certificate of Authenticity (COA), which lists all the players who have signed this awesome piece. "
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New York Yankees - David Wells Perfect Game - Custom Framed 1998-2000 Team Autographed 30x36 Photograph Photograph with 27 Autographs
Minnesota Vikings Purple People Eaters Multi-Autographed Custom Jersey - 4 Autographs
"Purple People Eaters autographed Custom Purple Jersey. This jersey was signed by all four members which include Alan Page, Jim Marshall, Gary Larsen, and Carl Eller. This is a great piece of sports history. This signed jersey comes with the Sports Integrity Hologram and COA card. "
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"Adrian Peterson Autographed Memorabilia Package with 8x10 Photograph, Mini Helmet and Football"
"Adrian Peterson is the future. Peterson set the league on fire as a rookie logging a league second best 1341 rushing yards in only 14 games. His 3 touchdown, 296 yard performance against the Chargers in week 8 will be remembered forever. If he wasn't slowed by injury during the last 6 weeks of the season there is no telling what kind of numbers the rookie from Oklahoma would have been able to amass. Peterson took home the 2007 Offensive Rookie of the Year award and, to top it all off, he was named 2008 Pro Bowl MVP after rushing for 129 yards and scoring 2 TDs. This football will come with a Certificate of Authenticity from Schwartz Sports. Image is merely a representation, actual product will likely vary."
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"Adrian Peterson Autographed Memorabilia Package with 8x10 Photograph, Mini Helmet and Football"
Tiger Woods 2005 British Open Autographed Pin Flag with Photographs
"On July 17, 2005, Tiger Woods completed the first wire-to-wire victory at the British Open in 32 years. It marked the 10th major championship of Tiger's illustrious career. Now collectors can relive major victory No. 10 for Tiger with this autographed 2005 British Open pin flag, which has been positioned inside a pair of color photos of Woods taken at the tournament. One photo shows Tiger holding the coveted Claret Jug trophy, while the second shows Woods in action at St. Andrews. The overall size of the limited-edition, framed keepsake is approximately 32'' wide x 26'' high. The item is authenticated by UDA. Limited to 500. "
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Tiger Woods 2005 British Open Autographed Pin Flag with Photographs
Tiger Woods and Annika Sorenstam - The Battle at Big Horn - Framed 16x20 Dual Autographed Photograph
"In a prime-time, made-for-TV event, Tiger Woods and Annika Sorenstam teamed up in July 2001 to play David Duval and Karrie Webb in The Battle at Big Horn, an exhibition match at Big Horn Golf Club in Palm Desert. In an alternate-shot format, Tiger and Annika defeated Duval and Webb on the 19th hole. Tiger and Annika's teamwork is captured via this spectacular 16'' x 20'' photo taken during the event. Signed by Tiger and Annika, it's an extraordinary piece that salutes two of golf's greatest icons. The beautifully framed item comes complete with authentication by Upper Deck Authenticated. "
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Tiger Woods and Annika Sorenstam - The Battle at Big Horn - Framed 16x20 Dual Autographed Photograph
Tiger Woods Autographed Framed 2007 PGA Championship Pin Flag with Photographs
"The incomparable Tiger Woods got one victory closer to Jack Nicklaus's all-time record of 18 majors by winning his 13th major tournament on August 12 at the Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Tiger's eight-under-par 272 at the 2007 PGA Championship, which included a final round 69, placed him two strokes ahead of fellow American Woody Austin and three strokes in front of South African Ernie Els on his way to claiming his second Wanamaker Trophy. Upper Deck celebrates Tiger's memorable 13th major with this beautifully designed and autographed 2007 PGA Championship Pin Flag and Photos keepsake. The limited-edition item measures 35" wide x 25" high and features photos from Tiger's triumphant march in Tulsa. His signature is guaranteed authentic by virtue of Upper Deck Authenticated's patented five-step authentication process. Limited to 500. "
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Tiger Woods Autographed Framed 2007 PGA Championship Pin Flag with Photographs
Tiger Woods -Victory at the British Open- 27x45 Autographed Giclee
"In this beautiful, hand-embellished limited edition, Action Painter Malcolm Farley has captured Tiger teeing off at St. Andrew's, one of golf's most revered courses. This series commemorates Tiger's wins at golf's four major tournaments. This item is signed by Tiger Woods and the artist, authenticated by Upper Deck, and comes with Upper Deck's Certificate of Approval (COA) complete with hologram. "
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Tiger Woods -Victory at the British Open- 27x45 Autographed Giclee
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"This beautifully framed collectible features a 16x20 photo personally hand signed by Pete Rose. This piece comes double matted in team colors, a team logo laser engraved and framed in a black wood frame. This product is officially licensed and authenticated by Major League Baseball and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories To ensure authenticity, the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud. The finished piece measures 22"" x 30"" x 1"" and is ready to hang in any home or office. "
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Pete Rose Cincinnati Reds - Sports Illustrated Confession - Deluxe Framed Autographed 16x20 Photograph
Joe DiMaggio New York Yankees - Holding the Bat - Autographed 8x10 Photograph
"One of the greatest players of all time, the Yankee Clipper Joe DiMaggio stood above the game in virtually everything he did. DiMaggio compiled a .325 lifetime batting average, 361 HRs, 1537 RBIs, 3 AL MVPs, 2 Batting Titles, and an astounding 9 World Championship rings! All this is amazing in and of itself but when you consider that DiMaggio lost 3 years from the prime of his career while serving his country in WWII, the numbers are staggering. Joe DiMaggio has personally hand signed this great 8x10 photograph. This product has been certified authentic by PSA/DNA and comes with a letter of authenticity detailing the authentication process. "
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Joe DiMaggio New York Yankees - Holding the Bat - Autographed 8x10 Photograph
Muhammad Ali Autographed Olympic Program
This Muhammad Ali Autographed Olympic Program is authenticated by SuperStar Greetings. Item will come with a tamper resistant hologram on the item as well as on the Certificate of Authenticity
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Muhammad Ali Autographed Olympic Program
Lebron James Cleveland Cavaliers - Fire - Autographed Breaking Through Display Piece
"Since his arrival to the NBA in 2003, LeBron James has almost single-handedly turned the Cleveland Cavaliers into bona fide contenders in the Eastern Conference standings. Already named the Rookie of the Year (2004) and NBA All-Star Game MVP (2006), James just needs a championship ring to make his professional journey complete. Commemorative Lebron's young career by purchasing this autographed Breaking Through display piece (the third in a series), which shows LeBron dribbling with a basketball that's actually breaking through the frame's Plexiglas. The framed and limited (123) item, which measures 42'' wide x 30'' high, is authenticated by Upper Deck Authenticated 5-Step authentication process. "
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Lebron James Cleveland Cavaliers - Fire - Autographed Breaking Through Display Piece
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