Sports Art World

Often times in the realm of sports art, items are of intrinsic value no matter what field of play in which they originated. These basic principles apply across all sporting boundaries. Once you get your hands on one of the following item’s do not let go:Rings and Trophies Obviously a team competes for a trophy and or rings as the end game in professional all major sports, making them that much more valuable for a collector. Most famous trophies are subject to copyright law (i.e. Heisman Trophy, Stanley Cup, etc.) meaning any sort of realistic replica is almost unattainable. Though no collector in the world has any shot at adding the Stanley Cup to his collection, Heisman Trophies and Championship rings have been sold and resold on numerous occasions, so keep your eyes open, checkbook ready and pen in hand.Equipment Whether it’s equipment used by an individual player or the very ball, puck, what-have-you from an game or match, any sort of worn or used item instantly multiplies in value. Of course some items are worth more than others. Game used jerseys and helmets will likely range in value depending on how good the corresponding player was or is. A Hall of Famer’s jersey will likely go for more than a mere role player. Balls also range in value, depending on whether or not it can be traced to a certain significant event. Hank Aaron’s 715 HR ball, for example, contains historical significance making it a significantly higher fetching item than even otherwise impressive baseballs. Monumental HRs, balls used in no-hitters and perfect games, balls from a World Series, championship game or famous comeback will all fluctuate depending on the situation, and may have more sentimental value to certain fans than market value to the memorabilia community at large.Player Cards Player cards exist across many sports, most notably in baseball, however, cards are very popular in football, basketball, etc. As a rule of thumb, Rookie Cards (cards from a player’s rookie year) are the most desirable, in addition to any special edition or limited print card.Autographs If an athlete took the time to sign a particular item and this signature can be verified, any item from an old receipt to a personal picture multiply in value. Again, this is subject to the popularity and historical significance of the athlete. Beware, however, as many con artists often attempt to pass off forged signatures as originals so they can sell otherwise run of the mill items at higher prices.