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Women in the Hobby: Meet Beth Dumas

January 25, 2022Todd Tobias

It is no secret that the trading card hobby has been growing by leaps and bounds. An appreciation for all-things-trading-card has led to growth in all areas of the hobby, including the type of people who collect. If there ever…

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Giving Thanks in the Hobby And Beyond

November 24, 2021November 24, 2021Todd Tobias

As the weather cools and the leaves fall from the trees, life begins to slow down and offer time for reflection. Daily life provides plenty of challenges, and yet we still have much for which to be thankful. At Collectors…

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PSA Unveils Game-Used Bats Population Report

August 31, 2021Terry Melia

Earlier this month, under the watchful eye of Professional Model Bat Authenticator John Taube, PSA launched a thorough compilation of game-used pro model bats that encompass the playing careers of 30 notable hitters ranging from “Hammerin’ Hank” Aaron to “The…

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A Collector’s Guide to Attending The National

July 21, 2021July 22, 2021Todd Tobias

The 2021 National Sports Collectors Convention will take place at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, from July 28 to August 1. The National, as it is known amongst collectors, is the hobby’s grandest stage. Hundreds of…

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Collecting While Stuck at Home | Jot Down Why You Collect

April 1, 2020June 25, 2020Todd Tobias

In this new, limited blog series, “Collecting While Stuck at Home,” we offer ideas for enjoying your collection at times when a standard hobby experience is not possible. Illness, financial constraints, or any number of factors might temporarily keep collectors…

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Roberto Clemente Card Values | PSA Collector Guide

March 6, 2020June 4, 2020Todd Tobias

In this new, ongoing series, we explore various sets on the PSA Set Registry, featuring the trading cards of iconic athletes. Select cards will be highlighted and the requirements of each set will be included. Some ballplayers have great legacies…

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New Year’s Resolutions and Hobby Goals for 2019

January 2, 2019May 24, 2019Todd Tobias

  It is the time of year that many of us review the past 12 months and recognize the changes that we want to make moving forward. Our collecting lives are no different and so I have made a series…

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Autograph Collecting 101

November 26, 2018October 23, 2020Terry Melia

  When it comes to acquiring athletes’ signatures, there are plenty of ways to go about the pursuit. After several decades of collecting autographs, I’ve discovered that honesty and politeness can go a long way. By honesty, I mean ask…

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PSA Presents the VG3 Show – Episode 3

June 26, 2018October 23, 2020Terry Melia

  As Major League Baseball approaches its Mid-Summer Classic, PSA proudly presents its third episode of the “PSA VG3 Show.” It remains three “Very Good” minutes of authentic hobby talk. Watch as Show Host Kristin Kirby reports on the latest…

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Submissions 101: Show Submissions

May 24, 2018October 24, 2020Ryan Gaeta

  To further simplify the submissions process and make it as easy as possible, we’ve produced a series of “Submissions 101” videos. In this episode, we cover some pro tips on submitting your collectibles at a show for PSA authentication….

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