(By Doug Koztoski Sports collectors Digest) – Where to start? Let’s see, there is an autographed baseball of the 1927 Yankees “Murderer’s Row,” with Babe Ruth on the sweet spot. Nice.  Or how about the iconic letter signed by Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis, Major League Baseball’s first commissioner, in which he responded to “Shoeless” Joe Jackson’s inquiry about being reinstated into the big leagues after the Black Sox scandal of 1919? (Of course, we know that decision went against the legendary hitter.) Read More

Quality memorabilia and trading cards are currently being accepted for our April 2012 Dallas Signature Auction, expected to be the most visible hobby event of the Spring. With over 700,000 registered members of our website and consistent national media exposure in newspapers, television and the front page of Yahoo, Heritage delivers the largest possible bidding clientele for every lot we sell, with dozens of world record prices to prove it! Read More

Our latest Sunday Internet Sports Auction featuring 248 lots closes January 29, 2012 to initial bidding at 10 PM CT. On a lot-by-lot basis, starting at 10:00 PM CT, any person who has bid on the lot previously may continue to bid on that lot until there are no more bids for 30 minutes. For example, if you bid on a lot during Normal Bidding, you could participate during Extended Bidding for that lot, but not on lots you did not bid on previously. Read More

Quality memorabilia and trading cards are currently being accepted for our April 2012 Dallas Signature Auction, expected to be the most visible hobby event of the Spring.  See us this weekend at the  The Westchester County Center in White Plains, NY on January 20-22, 2012.    Read More

In a hobby where it is sometimes difficult to predict the investment potential of items, one thing is for sure — pieces representing milestones, rarity and significant events are always the most revered among collectors. Amazingly, Heritage Auctions’ upcoming 2012 April Signature event will feature a pair of desirable baseball gamers, which possess all the previously mentioned characteristics, while each jersey originates from a franchise celebrating a half decade in existence.

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Our latest Sunday Internet Sports Auction featuring 279 lots closes January 22, 2012 to initial bidding at 10 PM CT. On a lot-by-lot basis, starting at 10:00 PM CT, any person who has bid on the lot previously may continue to bid on that lot until there are no more bids for 30 minutes. For example, if you bid on a lot during Normal Bidding, you could participate during Extended Bidding for that lot, but not on lots you did not bid on previously. Read More

The year 2011 proved to be a great one overall for Heritage Auctions (HA.com), as the company posted a gross total of more than $806 million, a number that represents its best performance ever. “The bottom line is that service and value will always sell, and Heritage specializes in the very best of both,” said Greg Rohan, President of Heritage Auctions. “Collectors respond to that. They know us and they know we understand them. The result has been a decade of tremendous growth.” Read More

Our latest Sunday Internet Sports Auction featuring 212 lots closes January 8, 2012 to initial bidding at 10 PM CT. On a lot-by-lot basis, starting at 10:00 PM CT, any person who has bid on the lot previously may continue to bid on that lot until there are no more bids for 30 minutes. For example, if you bid on a lot during Normal Bidding, you could participate during Extended Bidding for that lot, but not on lots you did not bid on previously. Read More

Our latest Sunday Internet Sports Auction featuring 181 lots closes January 1 to initial bidding at 10 PM CT. On a lot-by-lot basis, starting at 10:00 PM CT, any person who has bid on the lot previously may continue to bid on that lot until there are no more bids for 30 minutes. For example, if you bid on a lot during Normal Bidding, you could participate during Extended Bidding for that lot, but not on lots you did not bid on previously. Read More

Our latest Sunday Internet Sports Auction featuring 181 lots closes January 1 to initial bidding at 10 PM CT. On a lot-by-lot basis, starting at 10:00 PM CT, any person who has bid on the lot previously may continue to bid on that lot until there are no more bids for 30 minutes. For example, if you bid on a lot during Normal Bidding, you could participate during Extended Bidding for that lot, but not on lots you did not bid on previously. Read More

Don’t miss out on a great selection of auctions that are ending soon (Ending dates listed).  Auctions include: Heritage Internet Only (Dec 25), Just Collect (Dec. 25),  Sirius Sports Cards (Dec. 29), Sterling Sports (Dec. 29), MEARS Auctions (Dec. 30),  .  For the complete auction listings visit   www.auctionreport.com.

Quality memorabilia and trading cards are currently being accepted for our April 2012 Dallas Signature Auction, expected to be the most visible hobby event of the Spring. With over 600,000 registered members of our website and consistent national media exposure in newspapers, television and the front page of Yahoo, Heritage delivers the largest possible bidding clientele for every lot we sell, with dozens of world record prices to prove it! All consignments received prior to January 15th are eligible for interest-free cash advances, a great way to round up some quick funds for your holiday needs! Read More

In a successful year that was filled with a packed calendar of sports card and memorabilia shows for Heritage Auction’s Sports crew, experts Derek Grady and Lee Iskowitz will be headed to the City of Brotherly Love for our final road trip of 2011. As always, the Heritage Sports experts will be accepting consignments at the Philly Show, while providing substantial cash advances, and will also be readily available via appointment to meet up to view collections. Read More

One savvy collector has decided that the magical 2011 World Championship run of the St. Louis Cardinals and their future Hall of Fame first baseman provides the perfect occasion to release the greatest collection of Albert Pujols rookie cards ever assembled. “Just 1,000 copies of the 2001 Donruss Elite Pujols card were ever printed,” said Chris Ivy, Director of Heritage Sports Auctions. “Our consignor bought every one he could find and has designated Heritage as the auctioneer to present this massive collection for sale.” Read More

A full Ty Cobb uniform believed to have been worn in 1922 sold for $385,500 at auction on Friday afternoon. Just four Cobb uniforms are known to exist. The uniform was part of a large live auction conducted by Heritage Auctions in Dallas. The final price includes a buyer’s premium. Read full story at Sports Collectors Daily here. Read More

Heritage Auctions latest Sunday Internet Sports Auction featuring 167 lots closes October 16 to initial bidding at 10 PM CT. On a lot-by-lot basis, starting at 10:00 PM CT, any person who has bid on the lot previously may continue to bid on that lot until there are no more bids for 30 minutes. For example, if you bid on a lot during Normal Bidding, you could participate during Extended Bidding for that lot, but not on lots you did not bid on previously.

Heritage Auctions latest Sunday Internet Sports Auction featuring 171 lots closes August 28 to initial bidding at 10 PM CT. On a lot-by-lot basis, starting at 10:00 PM CT, any person who has bid on the lot previously may continue to bid on that lot until there are no more bids for 30 minutes. For example, if you bid on a lot during Normal Bidding, you could participate during Extended Bidding for that lot, but not on lots you did not bid on previously.

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After Babe Ruth passed away at the early age of 53, on August 16, 1948, the New York Times said it best — “A figure unprecedented in American life. A born showman off the field and a marvelous performer on it, he had an amazing flair for doing the spectacular at the most dramatic moment.” And despite the “Sultan of Swat” being gone for 63 years, no sports figure is, or has been, more popular in the world of sports memorabilia. There are “stars,” “legends” and “notables,” but Ruth was more than that. He was, and still is, an icon. Over the years, Heritage Auctions has presented some of the most significant Ruth pieces ever sold, and we would like to take the opportunity to revisit the following list of some of our favorites.

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A grouping of six items, known as The Lou Gehrig Collection, brought to auction by the son of a woman who was left the trove by Gehrig’s mother, Christina, brought almost $1 million alone as the emotional centerpiece of Heritage Auctions’ Aug. 4 Signature Vintage Sports Collectibles Platinum Auction. The lead lot of the group was Gehrig’s previously unknown 1934 Tour of Japan game-worn uniform, which realized $507,875. (All prices include 19.5 percent buyer’s premium.) Overall, the auction yielded more than $4.95 million on just 97 lots sold. This translates into an average lot value of more than $51,000, with a general sell-through of 93 percent, as 579 bidders competed for a piece of the unparalleled sporting history that was on the block.

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A jaw-dropping gathering of important sports memorabilia, led by Lou Gehrig’s 1934 Tour of Japan game worn uniform, from The Lou Gehrig Collection, is set to thrill collectors at Heritage Auctions’ Thursday, Aug. 4 Signature® Sports Collectibles Platinum Auction, taking place in conjunction with the Chicago National Sports Show in Rosemont, Il. The incredible Gehrig gamer is estimated to bring $300,000+, and is just the tip of the iceberg in terms of the amazing grouping Heritage has assembled for the auction. The catalog for the 2011 August Chicago Signature Vintage Sports Collectibles Platinum Auction #7037 has been posted on the Heritage website. Bidding is now open!

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