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Featuring more than 80,000 prices for items ranging from vintage autographs of former greats to the latest bobbleheads, this massive volume contains thousands of updated prices from previous editions. Find pricing and checklists for autographs, equipment, figures, plates, publications, programs, magazines, books, medallions, press pins and badges, ticket stubs, schedules, pennants, and cereal boxes.

New features exclusive to this third edition include the most comprehensive bobblehead checklist and pricing, along with the addition of the most complete sports-related beer can checklist ever compiled. The autograph sections are completely revamped to include today's latest stars, and the figures section is bolstered by the addition of the red-hot McFarlane's Sports Picks.

* Features a special autograph section with advice on acquiring free autographs * Discover techniques for identifying fake autographs * First ever autograph price guide that separates authenticated from non-authenticated products * Covers collectibles from baseball, basketball, boxing, football, hockey, racing, tennis, and wrestling ... Read more

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Very comprehensive sports manual
If you have anything related to sports (besides baseball cards), this book is excellent.I used it for some old sports magazines from the 1950's on eBay.It was a great for getting ideas on how much things are worth. ... Read more

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Sports memorabilia collectors can identify and evaluate their treasured collectibles by using the most complete and comprehensive price guide available. An invaluable collector's aid, it covers baseball, basketball, boxing, football, hockey, racing, tennis and wrestling memorabilia. All categories and prices have been updated and expanded in this second edition with many items priced in up to three grades of condition. Clear, crisp photos and more than 75,000 prices help sports fans identify and establish values for their cherished memorabilia.

Covers an extensive assortment of memorabilia including autographs, books and publications, commemoratives, equipment, figurines, pennants, pins, ticket stubs, uniforms and other unusual collectible items.

-Most comprehensive sports memorabilia guide to baseball, basketball, boxing, football, hockey, racing, tennis and wrestling memorabilia ever published
-All updated categories and prices ... Read more

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Fabulous reference book of unusual sports memorabilia
Enthusiastic sports memorabila collectors will absolutely love this book.It is a perfect reference before buying or selling any items on auction sites such as Amazon.com and eBay as well as consginment sites like Zshops and Starshows.com. The book provides many great pictures of all sorts ofmemorabilia.It covers a complete list of sports from boxing to wrestling. It includes extensive listings of autographs, equipment, figurines, teampublications, ticket stubs, bottle caps, programs, magents, and evenmatchbooks.I found out that a 1951 Phillies yearbook I have is worth$400. One of the most enjoyable things that any sports nut would like isthe entertainment you can get just paging through and looking at thepictures.I found myself doing that and saying to myself, "Yeah Iremember that". This book does not have a plot but is loaded with lotsof memories and history. ... Read more

Amazon.com
Betting your investment portfolio on a stockpile of rookie cards? Not so fast, says Pete Williams, author of Sports Memorabilia for Dummies. Even though baseball cards as an investment vehicle outperformed stocks, bonds, and treasury bills from 1980 to 1987, remember the familiar disclaimer that past performance is not indicative of future returns. While the collecting mania is still in full bloom, Williams wants everyone to know that the power curve of collectibles as an investment is past its peak. With investment dollars finding other homes, it's a wonderful time to start collecting. Prices are down and there is more merchandise for the rest of us.

This latest addition to the ubiquitous Dummies series details the finer points of memorabilia collecting by an insider. Pete Williams, writer and columnist for USA Today's Baseball Weekly, parlays his work as a beat reporter covering the sports-collecting business into a primer that separates the investment-fueled hype from the enjoyment that fans can derive from collectibles.

This volume, like the other For Dummies books, uses an extremely readable and lighthearted approach to an otherwise overwhelming topic. Williams guides us step by step through getting started and sifting out what to collect, to the pitfalls and scams of unscrupulous dealers, and includes an exhaustive appendix of resources. This volume is a must for anyone wanting to stay abreast of the "collecting" industry. --Tim Shannon Book Description
That old 1962-vintage Willie Mays baseball trading card may be the ticket to a college education, and a mint-condition ticket stub from the first Super Bowl may pay for 50-yard-line seats for many a Super Bowl to come. You may never know unless you grab yourself a copy of Sports Memorabilia For Dummies and get wise to the ins and outs of collecting sports memorabilia.Decide what to collect, and what not to collect -- from baseball cards and ticket stubs to well-worn football jerseys and stadium scoreboards -- as you master the savvy bargaining and pricing techniques to get the best deals on the sports memorabilia you want. Avoid fakes, forgeries, and far-fetched offers as you build your collection, and educate yourself as you increase your enjoyment of collecting and the thrill of the sport itself. And here's a little extra incentive: According to a 1988 study in Money magazine, from 1980 to 1987, the blue-chip value of baseball cards outperformed stocks, bonds, and Treasury bills. So what'll it be? More Microsoft stock or that 1952 Mickey Mantle card? You make the call. ... Read more

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At an auction that followed the 1998 season, a single baseball sold for more than $3 million. Around the country, hats, bats, cards, jerseys and photos have likewise sold for hundreds, thousands, even tens of thousands of dollars, and posh auction houses like Sotheby's in New York have become familiar venues to dealers and private collectors. And with the mounting number of challenges to the game's most honored records and the passing of some of its most beloved and recognizable names, baseball memorabilia is increasingly in demand.
This book instructs both the hardened hobbyist and the uninitiated in the best ways to obtain autographed baseball memorabilia, providing insider information on making person-to-person and mail requests, purchasing from dealers and online auctions, and trading and networking with other collectors. The author also suggests a step-by-step approach to designing displays and building specialized, meaningful collections, ranging from the conventional (Hall of Fame autographs) to the unusual (players' handwritten responses to survey questions). ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

Female Collector
This book is great for anybody that has an interest in collecting baseball memorablia.Mr. Zachofsky has unique suggestions for collecting autographs and how to display them.

A wonderful book for collectors!
I received this book as a gift and was very impressed with the suggestions and the history it gave. I have since begun creating my own Baseball Memorabilia Room and I have even gotten a few Hall of Famer autographs. Ifind this book extremely helpful for any collectors, experienced or new tothe hobby. I think this book is fantastic and it is the "BIBLE"of any collecting manual. With the upcoming baseball season, it reallymakes a great read especially if you're interested in starting amemorabilia room. The forward to the book is written by one of my all timefavorites, Duke Snider -- very impressive!Also, I love the pictures thatare included! I highly recommend this book!

neophyte collector of baseball memorabilia
After 5 years of struggling collecting baseball memorabilia, I've finally found the magna carta for this fascinating hobby. Attempting to collect the key signatures for this hobby is the ultimate goal.Collecting Baseball Memorabilia A Handbook makes it easy, enjoyable and is a great investment. Lastly, since I've purchased this book, I've added 5 Hall of Famers to mycollection without the stress because of the knowldedge found in this book.

Baseball Memories
Since collecting baseball cards many years ago I have always been an admirer of Baseball memorabilia collections. I never started on because it always seemed too difficult. This book makes it easy.From the aficionadoto the novice,from the young to the old,this book encompasses all aspectsfor starting,adding to, or preserving a baseball collection. Amazinginsight into the collecting world it gives great advice and tips that areso valuable to a new or even seasoned collector. This book is the"Ball Four" for collectors as it gives an insiders view fromsomeone did it. It has interesting comments and synopsis of Hall of Famersand baseball park and team information.Concise and easy to read withgreat photos and a foreword by the "Duke of Flatbush",my hero. Amust read for anyone into collecting or who enjoys baseball memories. ... Read more

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One of the few books to cover more horse racing than glasses
I can't speak for the other sports covered by this book, but this is the only book I have ever found to cover more horse racing memorabilia than just Kentucky Derby and other glasses.This book covers glasses but also programs and pins for all three Triple Crown races and horse racing games.The prices listed still useful even though 10 year old now since horse racing memorabilia isn't a very volatile market, at least in the older items.Just add about 10% or so to the prices and you are pretty much up to date again.The listing of games is one of the best parts of the book as I have never found such a comprehensive list anywhere else.

If you are a collector, pick up a copy for reference use.They are dirt cheap now as used books here on Amazon but you will find it quite valuable.

Very easy to read and covers many items.
I enjoyed the book for its content. It had many sports collectibles that you may not think of. The major problem of the book is the published date of 1993.In the world of collectibles 5 years is an eternity. As the title of the book reads "Malloy's Sports Collectibles Value Guide : Up-To-Date Prices for Noncard Sports Memorabilia" The "up to date" portion is not even close. Probably one of the best books that cover this kind of memorabilia but does you no good if the information is out of date. ... Read more

Book Description
Evaluate baseball memorabilia collections with this completely updated second edition. This quick, easy reference and identification guide from Tuff Stuff lists more than 55,000 of the most popular baseball collectibles and catalogues thousands of current market values.

This reliable guide provides in-depth information and collecting tips on a variety of items. Popular collectibles include autographs, multi-signed items, jerseys, publications, programs, press pins, tickets, figurines, plates, pennants and posters, stadium memorabilia, team-signed baseballs, cereal boxes, cans and bottles, games, movies, auction results, vintage/tobacco cards, limited edition cards, modern era trading cards through 2000 and others.

-Comprehensive listings of most popular baseball memorabilia -Thousands of current market values -Includes glossary of hobby terms and table of contents for quick identification -Extensive coverage on Hall of Fame items ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Westchester County Business Journal, published by Westfair Communications, Inc. on November 18, 2002. The length of the article is 798 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Hitting a milestone: sports memorabilia store celebrates 10th year. (Competitive Edge).(store 1 if by Cards, 2 if by Comics announces anniversary)
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Date: November 18, 2002
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Volume: 41Issue: 46Page: 1(2)

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Excellent resource for magazine collectors
This is a must have for all sports illustrated collectors. If your a sports magazine collector then you need to have this book. A great resource listing every issue of SI along with sports covers of Time, Newsweek and other various magazines. Published in 1998 so how about an update !! ... Read more

Book Description
The market for sports collectible has seen a historic growth in the past few years. This growth has been led by Generation X and the ?Baby Boomers?. The market is highly consumer driven. The demand for jerseys, balls, autographs, and trading cards is particularly strong. This report defines the market for sports memorabilia, traces its history and defines the trends prevalent in the industry. It also profiles the players present in the US market. Please note, the delivery time for the electronic version of this report is between 2-3 business days, to allow the preparation of an updated version, prior to dispatch. Titles available via Instant Online Delivery are not affected by this and are still delivered to your reading room immediately. ... Read more

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"By pursuing his avocation with the ferocity and determination of Ty Cobb stretching a two-base hit into a triple, Barry Halper assembled the world's largest and most significant private collection on baseball, an achievement that should be ranked with the great American collections of the American century...." This quote from Sotheby's auction catalog underscores the importance of Barry Halper, not only to the sports-memorabilia world but also to baseball history. During a 50-year stretch, Halper gathered over 100,000 items from the great game, including a 1912 World Series program signed by "Smokey" Joe Wood and President Woodrow Wilson, a ticket stub from the Lou Gehrig memorial game, and Mickey Mantle's 1956 Triple Crown Trophy. The entire legendary lot was offered in two separate auctions in 1999: one live at Sotheby's New York headquarters and the other via the Internet at http://www.sothebys.amazon.com.

The handsome, slipcased catalog includes three volumes highlighting the event. The first two contain over 2,000 photographs (most in color), plus detailed descriptions and estimated auction prices of the items; the items are divided into 16 sale sessions arranged chronologically and by theme. The third volume examines the history of baseball and includes a timeline of the sport's past as well as essays written by Yogi Berra, Ted Williams, and others. An essential resource for bidders, this catalog also makes an outstanding addition to any sports fan's library. --Andy BoyntonBook Description
"This is a collection of holy icons and sacred documents, amassed by one of the game's high priests. This is no mere 'baseball memorabilia.' It is baseball's heritage."

-Peter Golenbock Last September, Sotheby's held an auction of the greatest private collection of baseball memorabilia ever assembled-the Barry Halper Collection. With most of the nearly 2,500 items selling above the high estimate-including the 1920 signed agreement selling Babe Ruth from the Boston Red Sox to the New York Yankees ($189,500), the only signed Ty Cobb jersey ($332,500), and Mickey Mantle's glove (purchased by Billy Crystal for $239,000)-the sale earned a record-breaking $21.8 million.This spring, in time for baseball season, Abrams is proud to offer Sotheby's elegant, slipcased three-volume catalogue of the Barry Halper Collection at a special low price. Originally sold by Sotheby's for $80.00, this deluxe set includes more than 1,500 color photographs of the finest, rarest mementos from every era of baseball, each individually described, a wealth of anecdotes and historical information, and the final auction price list. This is the ultimate dream book for any baseball fan.Three volumes, slipcased. 1,623 illustrations, 1,573 in full color, separate price list, 8 x 10 5/8"PETER GOLENBOCK is a best-selling sportswriter whose books include Dynasty: The New York Yankees 1949-1964 and Wrigleyville: A Magical History Tour of The Chicago Cubs.YOGI BERRA and TED WILLIAMS are both members of the Baseball Hall of Fame.SELBY KIFFER is senior vice president of the Department of Books and Manuscripts, Sotheby's New York. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

Halper's collection
The pictures are indeed magnificent, however, I must demur about the accompanying text which does not provide appropriate, tightly written or in some instances, historically accurate information.

Wonderful pictures and attention to detail
This is an incredible reference, especially for uniforms.The pictures and detail are amazing, and you can generally tell what people thought was real, and what people did not from looking at the prices.The attention to detail in the descriptions is really helpful in identifying stuff today. I wish there were more photos, and sometimes I wish there was an acknowledgement of some of the controversey surrounding some of the items.I really am in awe of the folks who put together this beautiful book, and the incredible pictures.I think this is a great starting point for anyone collecting seriously.

Incredible Pictoral History of the Artifacts of the Game
Only one word describes the catalog set.....INCREDIBLE.As a life-long baseball fan, collector, dealer, etc, this set of catalogs, pictures in beautiful crystal clear color, many of the artifacts of America's NationalPasttime.Many people were upset at Halper for breaking this collectionup.Contratry to that opinion, I believe breaking the collection upallowed SO many people to share in the history of the game.Five milliondollars worth of collectibles were purchased by MLB for the NationalBaseball Hall of Fame.Twenty two million dollars worth were auction inthe Sotheby's auction and an unknown amount on amazon.sothebys.com.Thesecatalogs contain relics from every facet of the game......baseball cardsdating back to the 1880's.....team and individual photos dating back evenfarther.....uniforms, bats, balls, gloves from nearly every hall offamer......personal trophies like triple crown, Cy Young, MVP and so muchmore.Nowhere will you find such a book that illustrates why Baseball iswoven through the fabric of America than this catalog.The lotdescriptions are carefully crafted to be both a history lesson and athought (and pocketbook) provoking snapshot of baseball.Never again willthere be such a collection amassed.No one has the access to players andprobably the funds to acquire such a collection....you get aglimpse at everything important about baseball.Everything good aboutbaseball.....you forget about the strike of 1994, you forget about the highpaid cry babies of today and remember the guys that played the game for onereason.....the love of the game.There was team loyalty, work ethics, andso much more that baseball and America as a whole is sometimes seriouslylacking today.Spend the bucks.....you won't regret it......

Indispensable for the true baseball memorabilia collector
This is the Hall of Fame of baseball memorabilia, without equal.Halper had put together a collection of almost every baseball-related item that could be collected, and these catalogues display most of that collection,including lots of items that you never would have thought even existed. Thepictures of the items are terrific, and are worth the price just bythemselves.But in addition, this post-auction printing also includes thefinal bid prices for items in the auction, so it seves as an excellent"price guide" for rare and unusual material - memorabilia youcertainly won't find in Beckett's guides or other more generic pricereferences.And, for those of us that think of some of the final bidamounts in terms of hefty mortgages rather than hobby expenses (e.g.,$305,000 for a Lou Gehrig jersey!) the book is great fodder for dreams,however unattainable they may be... ... Read more

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A great price and value guide for the memorabilia collector.
Has been improved to be more in alphabetical order. User friendly. Has a wide variety of oddball items and their values besides the standard collectibles. Super reference book. ... Read more

Book Description
Warman's enters the hot field of sports collectibles with this new comprehensive sports memorabilia price guide that provides a broad overview of collectibles organized by sport for all collectors—novice to veteran. Each chapter introduces a different sport with a rundown on its history. Covered sports include baseball, football, basketball, hockey, golf, tennis, auto racing, Olympics, horse racing, and boxing. Readers will also find collecting trends and tips, resource listings, periodicals, clubs and web sites.

With a stronger emphasis on older, more valuable items, collectibles covered include: balls, bats, posters, cereal boxes, stamps, publications, programs, uniforms, stadium seats, and many obscure items.

- Sport-by-sport memorabilia and price guide for novice to veteran collectors
- Only current all-sport general collectibles guide known in print
- Includes older, more valuable trading cards and retail equipment ... Read more

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Warman's Sports Memorabilia
One thing that is not immediately obvious is the year published.
I was a little dissappointed that the information I was given did not include the fact that it was a 2000 issue and not 2001.

Carole

From yearbooks to boxing memorabilia
With Warman's Sports Collectibles, fans of specific sports as well as overall collectors of sports memorabilia receive an excellent guide to the finer art of sports collecting, with values accompanying black and white photos of the pieces. From yearbooks to boxing memorabilia, the collectibles are organized both by sport and type, making Warman's Sports Collectibles easy to refer quickly to for a variety of memorabilia.

The superior visual and informative aid
Warman's Sports Collectibles is an exhaustive value and identification guide designed to help anyone, from amateur to veteran collector, quickly and easily understand the fascinating hobby of sports collecting. This comprehensive and reliable guide covers a wide variety of sports memorabilia, including items tied into auto racing, baseball, basketball, bowling, boxing, figure skating, football, golf, hockey, horse racing, Olympics, soccer, tennis, and wrestling. Each sports field has its own chapter. Collecting tips are provided, with in-depth historical background on each type of sport, facts, dates, and figures. At 352 pages with a massive 1,500 black and white photos, Warman's Sports Collectibles is the superior visual and informative aid for any collector looking for just the right item! ... Read more

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There are great cars, and then there are sports cars, those that have not only withstood the test of time but steadfastly defied it -- cars that have remained desirable and valuable for more than 50 years, to become the most treasured automotive artifacts of our time. Many of the automobiles pictured in this book are stunning examples of the motorcar and require no further credentials. Others have been selected because they were benchmarks in the history of the sports car in this century. Illustrated throughout, with more than three hundred color photos, this gorgeous profile of the most highly coveted cars on earth is sure to evoke the dream of all car enthusiasts: speed and adventure.

Customer Reviews (3)

Great book, beautiful!
This is a great book of historical sports cars, with lots of information and beautiful pictures. This is a neat reference and a great coffee table book, very informative and very very classy too! I really recommend this for a car person, of just someone who loves the history or simply the art of beautiful cars.

Sam Kochel: STi driver

Beautiful
This book is a beautiful. You do not have to be a car enthusiast to enjoy this book, where art and beauty come together in a well-detailed book.An excellent edition to any coffee table collection.

Perfect balance great photos and text
The author does it again! This time he captures 50 of the best sportscars with purpose made photography, done especially for the book, and writes simple but very informative text so everyone can relive the best of the best.
Bravo! ... Read more