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Avoid These Pitfalls: Expert Tips for New Collectors
M any autograph collectors have been burned by “traced over” signatures. Very often the cards will end up getting pinched between the rings and the
In the old days, quite a few baseball fans would darken the authentic covers, resulting in significant creasing. Many a high-grade set has been ruined
this way.
autographs (usually on baseballs) after they began to fade. It may make
the signature look bolder, but it significantly diminishes the value. Look closely
The 1933 Goudey baseball set is one of the hobby’s most appealing sought-
to make sure the autographs you consider buying aren’t traced, and for heaven’s after by collectors. But unfortunately, a modern reproduction issue made what
sake don’t trace signatures yourself! some unscrupulous types try to pass off as the real thing. While there are no
While one should verify individual player characteris- differences in the graphics, the original vintage model is on
tics of weight, length and model numbers when shopping very heavy paper stock, much more substantial than your
for game-used Louisville Slugger bats, there’s one quick average trading card. If the card you’re examining is about
and easy way to spot a phony. If the number “125” in the the same thickness as a modern one, then it probably is
trademark is underlined, it’s definitely not a professional modern as well.
model. There should be a model number after the word Championship ring collecting is an exciting field, but
“Genuine” on the barrel of true gamers as well. make sure you educate yourself before you make a
Can’t tell if a game-used bat is cracked or not? Hold it purchase you’ll regret. Most modern MLB and NFL rings
by the handle and tap the barrel (not too hard!) on the are fashioned from 14-karat gold with genuine diamonds.
ground. If the bat is cracked, you’ll feel an unusual Salesman’s samples and reproductions are generally
vibration that will prove the bat isn’t 100% solid. Often 10-karat gold with cubic zirconia. The samples are still
you’ll see Big League ballplayers test their bats at the plate highly collectible, but they don’t command the same
the same way. prices, for obvious reasons.
If you intend to display your autographs, spend a few If you aren’t sure if a vintage jersey has restored
extra dollars and invest in frames and display cases that are numbers or team identifiers, unbutton it and hold it
resistant to ultraviolet light. And even then, one is advised up to the light. The outline of the old stitching paths
to keep his fine collectibles out of direct sunlight. Even should be visible if any alterations were made. You’re
unsigned memorabilia can be irreparably damaged by the sun’s bleaching effects. well-advised to check all Big League flannels for restorations, as a large percentage
If you must keep your sports cards in mylar sleeves (we much prefer storing were sent to the minors after their initial service, where the new team’s name or
cards in individual holders), do not keep those sleeves in three-ring binders.
logo patch would be applied.
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For Information onn the Collection, Visit Ha.com//DavidHallT206
TA
877-HERIT AGE (437-4824) SPOR TS@HA.COM
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Journal of Antiques and Collectibles
14
M any autograph collectors have been burned by “traced over” signatures. Very often the cards will end up getting pinched between the rings and the
In the old days, quite a few baseball fans would darken the authentic covers, resulting in significant creasing. Many a high-grade set has been ruined
this way.
autographs (usually on baseballs) after they began to fade. It may make
the signature look bolder, but it significantly diminishes the value. Look closely
The 1933 Goudey baseball set is one of the hobby’s most appealing sought-
to make sure the autographs you consider buying aren’t traced, and for heaven’s after by collectors. But unfortunately, a modern reproduction issue made what
sake don’t trace signatures yourself! some unscrupulous types try to pass off as the real thing. While there are no
While one should verify individual player characteris- differences in the graphics, the original vintage model is on
tics of weight, length and model numbers when shopping very heavy paper stock, much more substantial than your
for game-used Louisville Slugger bats, there’s one quick average trading card. If the card you’re examining is about
and easy way to spot a phony. If the number “125” in the the same thickness as a modern one, then it probably is
trademark is underlined, it’s definitely not a professional modern as well.
model. There should be a model number after the word Championship ring collecting is an exciting field, but
“Genuine” on the barrel of true gamers as well. make sure you educate yourself before you make a
Can’t tell if a game-used bat is cracked or not? Hold it purchase you’ll regret. Most modern MLB and NFL rings
by the handle and tap the barrel (not too hard!) on the are fashioned from 14-karat gold with genuine diamonds.
ground. If the bat is cracked, you’ll feel an unusual Salesman’s samples and reproductions are generally
vibration that will prove the bat isn’t 100% solid. Often 10-karat gold with cubic zirconia. The samples are still
you’ll see Big League ballplayers test their bats at the plate highly collectible, but they don’t command the same
the same way. prices, for obvious reasons.
If you intend to display your autographs, spend a few If you aren’t sure if a vintage jersey has restored
extra dollars and invest in frames and display cases that are numbers or team identifiers, unbutton it and hold it
resistant to ultraviolet light. And even then, one is advised up to the light. The outline of the old stitching paths
to keep his fine collectibles out of direct sunlight. Even should be visible if any alterations were made. You’re
unsigned memorabilia can be irreparably damaged by the sun’s bleaching effects. well-advised to check all Big League flannels for restorations, as a large percentage
If you must keep your sports cards in mylar sleeves (we much prefer storing were sent to the minors after their initial service, where the new team’s name or
cards in individual holders), do not keep those sleeves in three-ring binders.
logo patch would be applied.
t n – Poi
2 6 C0
T h e D i v a d H l a l T2 l l o ect r a t 2
S e e t p m b e r 1 9 | xE e t n d e d O n i l n e e Bi d n i d g
y Ty
Ty
o l ar
1 9 0 1 - 9 1 T 2 0 6 S w e e t Ca po 1 9 0 1 - 9 1 T 2 0 6 S w e e t C pCa a r o l 1 9 0 1 - 9 1 T 2 06 Ty C o b b w t i h 1 9 0 1 - 9 1 2T 0 6 P e i d m o n t E e r t x m m l e y R r a e T y C o b b
g e “e
g en
P tro
3 5 3 / 0 0 E d i d e P a l n k 1 5 2 / 0 5 H o n u s W ag r y Ty T C ob b Back (P - t i a r Re ) d S h r r e y M ag M a e i g ” E o r r r T o b a c c c o T i n - T h e F n i e s t
od 2
c.
P S A V G 3 . P S A A h t u e n tic P S A G oo . P S A V G 33 - T h e H o b b ’ y s E x a mp e l p o n t he P a l net !
M o s t F maF o us T y p ! o
Ty
200
a $et
E i t s m e t a $7 0 , 5 0 0 + E i t s m e t a $3 00 0 ,000 + E i t s m e t a $2 , 000 + Es t ima 2 0 , 0 0 0 + E i t s m m e t a $ 1 00 , 000 +
For Information onn the Collection, Visit Ha.com//DavidHallT206
TA
877-HERIT AGE (437-4824) SPOR TS@HA.COM
|
CIHC|
D A L L A S W EN| Y O R K Y L L I H S N AS| F R A N S I C C O A G O E A C H
LREVEB
|
BM LAP
NOH|
L O N D O N S | | A A M G K O N G
IRAP|
AVENEG
DRETSM
l A w a y s A c cep n i t g Q u y t i l a Con g i s n m e s t n i n 40 + C e t a g or e i s
I m me d ia e t C a s h A dv a n c e s A v i a la bl e
Av
1 M o i l l i n + O n i l n e B d i d - r e M e m b s r e
Paul R. Minshull #16591. BP 20%; see HA.com 52653
Journal of Antiques and Collectibles
14
