by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | How To, How to get an autograph of an athlete
There are several ways to get an autograph of your favorite athlete. Some have are a little quicker than others. One way is to hang around a sporting event at least thirty minutes before a game, get his or her attention, and ask politely. Have pen and paper handy, and do not shove it into the face of the athlete. You can also wait around by the players’ gate after the event and ask then. Another way is to write to the athlete directly. In the letter phrase your request in a civil manner, and ask that he or she sign the enclosed item and return it. Make sure you have enclosed a self-addressed stamped envelope, with appropriate postage on it. While asking for an autograph on a generic sports card is a good move, do not have the athlete sign his or her rookie card. It diminishes the value of both.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Resources, How To, Getting an autograph at a game
Will a little effort and planning, getting an autograph from an athlete at a sporting event is not terribly difficult. If you have a child, niece, or nephew from seven to ten years old, you can use them as your autograph hound – athletes respond favorably to this group. They will sign for almost anyone, however, if you remember certain rules. First, you will have to ask at least half an hour before the contest, or wait until the player is leaving the building. Second, be polite and not pushy. You catch more flies with honey than vinegar. Third, always have pen and paper and do not shove them directly into the face of the athlete. Present them from a distance, and in a non-threatening manner. If you stick with this basic plan, you will able to get an autograph from most athletes by yourself, and let your relatives fend for themselves.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Cards, Olympics
Trading cards from different Olympics have some interest and value in the memorabilia and collectibles market. The greatest value is reserved for those individuals or teams which won gold medals, or that had particular historic and Olympic significance (the first Dream Team, for example). Beyond that, interest in these cards rest primarily with those who are followers of the event of the athlete depicted. As with all trading cards, condition is vital and the card should not be autographed.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Vintage Sports Memorabilia, Sports Memorabilia, Olympics
Vintage Olympic memorabilia is broad and varied, ranging from pins, posters, and programs to equipment and uniforms, to medals. The best items to collect are those items that come from landmark Olympics and can be attributed to participants who achieved fame in their event. Ancillary materials, like pins, programs, etc., have the greatest value when they come from an Olympic completion that was witness to a significant record.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Other Collections, Other
Almost anything of value, monetarily, culturally, historically, or artistically, has its collectors. Original items have greater value than reproductions, and older items are more valuable than newer ones. Condition, origin, and materials used contribute or detract from value depending on the item in question. To get a good idea as to the value of an item, consult with several appraisal services.
