In 2006, a shy Argentine boy stepped into a conference room of a five-star hotel in Barcelona. His name was Lionel Messi, and it was the first time he was…
The market for signed soccer jerseys has skyrocketed in recent years. But what exactly determines the value of a signed jersey? You might think it’s nearly impossible to slap a…
Over the last few years, the sports memorabilia industry has exploded. Goldin Auctions, the largest memorabilia auction house, is expected to generate $500 million in revenue this year. Depending on…
Recent headlines: “Baseball cards found by chance turn out to be worth millions.” “Jersey of baseball legend Babe Ruth sells for record $5 million.” “Messi’s golden World Cup-worn shirts auctioned…
For collectors, few things are more thrilling than owning an autographed item—whether it's a signed jersey, photo, ball, or trading card. But with that excitement often comes a question that…