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Memorabilia

From vinyl and concert posters to sports cards and game-used apparel, the memorabilia market has grown exponentially in the later 20th and early 21st centuries. All things considered, the availability of merchandise has compounded with the growth of online marketplaces and auction websites—venues that assist collectors in connecting with sellers worldwide.

People collect memorabilia for many reasons, some purely for investment and others for the desire to connect with particular subjects or time periods. In addition, collecting memorabilia can grow social connections, which many feel is an added benefit. Not surprisingly, after years of acquiring memorabilia, some collectors discover that what they once spent a few thousand dollars on has increased in worth by many thousands.

The value of memorabilia and collectibles often varies depending on scarcity and popularity. The sports trading card market in particular is estimated to be worth hundreds of millions, with baseball cards being the most commonly collected. Overall, memorabilia available in limited quantities or manufactured and then removed from the marketplace tends to fetch high prices on auction.

Recommended Items at Auction

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Marilyn Diptych
Dec 31, 9:45 AM PST
Marilyn Diptych
by Abell Auction
Est: $600- $800
$5500 Bids
Marilyn Diptych
Oct 31, 9:45 PM EDT
Marilyn Diptych
by Grogan & Company
Est: $600- $800
$5000 Bids
Marilyn Diptych
Dec 31, 7:30 PM CET
Marilyn Diptych
by Tajan
Est: €600- €800
€5500 Bids
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$7500 reserve - Beatles signed 'Fan photo' dating from June, 1964
Jan 14, 4:00 AM EST
$7500 reserve - Beatles signed 'Fan photo' dating from June, 1964
by NORMANDY AUCTION
Est: $9,000- $12,500
$7,5000 Bids
Marilyn Diptych
Oct 31, 8:00 AM PDT
Marilyn Diptych
by Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery
Est: $600- $800
$5500 Bids
Marilyn Diptych
Nov 19, 1:15 PM CST
Marilyn Diptych
by Neal Auction Company
Est: $600- $800
$5500 Bids
Marilyn Diptych
Oct 31, 4:15 PM AEDT
Marilyn Diptych
by Theodore Bruce
Est: AUD600- AUD800
AUD5500 Bids
Edwin Booth demands a "pound of flesh"
Nov 22, 2:00 PM CET
Edwin Booth demands a "pound of flesh"
by Figlio Designs Auctioneers and Appraisers
Est: $500- $800
$2500 Bids
Marilyn Diptych
Nov 01, 10:00 AM AEDT
Marilyn Diptych
by Theodore Bruce
Est: AUD600- AUD800
AUD5500 Bids
The Beatles - Help!
Nov 12, 12:45 PM EST
The Beatles - Help!
by DP Test House
Est: $300- $400
$1000 Bids
The Beatles - Revolver
Nov 12, 12:45 PM EST
The Beatles - Revolver
by DP Test House
Est: $300- $400
$1000 Bids
The Beatles - Beatles for Sale
Nov 12, 12:45 PM EST
The Beatles - Beatles for Sale
by DP Test House
Est: $300- $400
$1000 Bids
The Beatles - Rubber Soul
Nov 12, 12:45 PM EST
The Beatles - Rubber Soul
by DP Test House
Est: $300- $400
$1000 Bids
The Beatles - Magical Mystery Tour
Nov 12, 12:45 PM EST
The Beatles - Magical Mystery Tour
by DP Test House
Est: $300- $400
$1000 Bids
The Beatles - Let It Be
Nov 12, 12:45 PM EST
The Beatles - Let It Be
by DP Test House
Est: $300- $400
$1000 Bids
Original "The Geauga Lake Adventure" Poster
Apr 05, 11:45 PM CEST
Original "The Geauga Lake Adventure" Poster
by Asté Maison de ventes
Est: $80- $120
$200 Bids
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Cassius Clay Boxing Exhibits Card, SGC Graded 4.5 VG EX+!
Nov 30, 5:30 PM EST
Cassius Clay Boxing Exhibits Card, SGC Graded 4.5 VG EX+!
by University Archives
Est: $600- $700
$2000 Bids
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Jackie Robinson Jumbo Photo Postcard Dating From NBC Executive Period
Nov 30, 5:30 PM EST
Jackie Robinson Jumbo Photo Postcard Dating From NBC Executive Period
by University Archives
Est: $200- $300
$700 Bids
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Sugar Ray Robinson Boxing Exhibits Card, SGC Rated 5.5 VG EX+!!
Nov 30, 5:30 PM EST
Sugar Ray Robinson Boxing Exhibits Card, SGC Rated 5.5 VG EX+!!
by University Archives
Est: $300- $400
$1000 Bids
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Superb Babe Ruth Signed Photo Dedicated to the 4th Marine Regiment, JSA Authenticated
Nov 30, 5:30 PM EST
Superb Babe Ruth Signed Photo Dedicated to the 4th Marine Regiment, JSA Authenticated
by University Archives
Est: $5,000- $6,000
$1,6000 Bids
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JFK & Marilyn Monroe Pair of "Hell Money" Notes
Nov 30, 5:30 PM EST
JFK & Marilyn Monroe Pair of "Hell Money" Notes
by University Archives
Est: $300- $400
$1000 Bids
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JFK At Opening Day Of 1963 Baseball Season, PSA Type I Photo By Cecil W. Stoughton
Nov 30, 5:30 PM EST
JFK At Opening Day Of 1963 Baseball Season, PSA Type I Photo By Cecil W. Stoughton
by University Archives
Est: $300- $400
$1000 Bids
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The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Karl Ferris Signed Cover
Nov 30, 5:30 PM EST
The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Karl Ferris Signed Cover
by University Archives
Est: $200- $300
$700 Bids
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Audrey Hepburn Personally Owned Gelatin Silver Photo
Nov 30, 5:30 PM EST
Audrey Hepburn Personally Owned Gelatin Silver Photo
by University Archives
Est: $200- $300
$700 Bids

Sellers Who Sell Memorabilia


University Archives

University Archives

Theodore Bruce

Theodore Bruce

Grogan & Company

Grogan & Company