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Collector Shows

The National is loaded with giveaways, specials, promotions and rare memorabilia

By Bert LehmanDec 4, 2019
The autograph pavilion is always a popular place and crowded with attendees at the National Sports Collectors Convention. (Ross Forman photos)
News

Chicago and the National have successful relationship

By Bert LehmanJul 12, 2019
Johnny Manziel was a popular signer at the TRISTAR Collectors Show held in Houston, June 7-9. (Ross Forman photos)
Autograph News

Autograph guests bring collectors to TRISTAR Collectors Show in Houston

By Bert LehmanDec 5, 2019
John Smoltz was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2015.
News

John Smoltz earned his way to Cooperstown as a starter and reliever

By Bert LehmanMay 16, 2019
Dominique Wilkins was given the nickname, ‘The Human Highlight Film’ while he was still in high school. He backed that up with a Hall of Fame NBA career.
News

Dominique Wilkins was destined to make a name for himself on the basketball court

By Bert LehmanFeb 15, 2019
Autographed bats from former major leaguers are displayed in a display case at Champions Sports Bar in Puerto Vallarta in Mexico.
Memorabilia

A look at sports and sports memorabilia popularity south of the border in Mexico

By Bert LehmanDec 4, 2019
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Tom Brady

Tom Savage plays for the fun of the game

By Bert LehmanDec 27, 2018
Since becoming a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year Robert Brazile signs his autograph with the inscription “HOF 18.”
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Robert Brazile honored to be a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame

By Bert LehmanNov 30, 2018
Around 10 years ago Tim Carroll began cutting up common baseball cards and using the pieces to create artwork depicting famous baseball cards from the past. (Ross Forman photos)
Baseball

Tim Carroll turns common cards into mosaic art depicting baseball cards

By Bert LehmanDec 3, 2019
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News

National Bobblehead Hall of Fame finds a permanent home

By Bert LehmanMay 14, 2018
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News

Christian Kirk will be waiting for his name to be called during the NFL Draft

By Bert LehmanApr 24, 2018
Fans of the Houston Astros who were looking to get memorabilia signed by members of the 2017 championship Astros team were in luck at the 32nd Tristar Collectors Show in Houston. (Ross Forman photos)
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Several Houston Astros players were on hand at 32nd Tristar Collectors Show

By Bert LehmanMar 26, 2018
A custom hockey figure created by Alan Ithal that is autographed by the player. (Photos courtesy Alan Ithal)
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You don’t have to be a professional athlete to be immortalized as a sports figure

By Bert LehmanJan 2, 2018
Former NBA player Spud Webb signs an autograph. (Rick Firfer photo)
Memorabilia

November show in Chicago has a new name, and still plenty of cards and memorabilia

By Bert LehmanDec 4, 2019
Dale Murphy has become a frequent autograph guest at sports memorabilia shows across the country. (Ross Forman Photo)
Memorabilia

Dale Murphy reflects on his playing days, card collecting and attending sports memorabilia shows

By Bert LehmanDec 4, 2019
Brian Jaskolski stands in front of just a portion of his collection of Pez dispensers. (Photos courtesy Brian Jaskolski)
Odd Collectibles

Jaskolski has amassed an impressive Pez dispenser collection

By Bert LehmanOct 23, 2017
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Cards

Collectibles from all sports represented at the National

By Bert LehmanAug 8, 2017
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News

Andre Dawson reflects on his MLB career and his time in Chicago

By Bert LehmanJul 24, 2017
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News

Lee Smith pitched for eight MLB teams while racking up 478 saves

By Bert LehmanJul 7, 2017
Christian Laettner
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Pete Rose answers attendees' questions at Tristar show

By Bert LehmanJun 19, 2017
Vintage trading cards were available for only 25 cents each, or five for $1. (Ross Forman photos)
Baseball

Dealers reported strong sales for baseball cards at March Fanatics Spectacular

By Bert LehmanDec 3, 2019
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Baseball

Mike Noren recreates baseball cards from the past in drawings

By Bert LehmanDec 3, 2019
There are few trading cards of Myles Garrett currently on the market, but that will be changing soon.
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Myles Garrett talks Texas A&M and his thoughts about the 2017 NFL Draft

By Bert LehmanApr 24, 2017
Alex Bregman with a fan. (Ross Forman photos)
Joe Montana

Dealers report strong sales in Houston, Haskins honored with Starry Award

By Bert LehmanFeb 24, 2017