Markets and Memorabillia by Dave Grob

Over the past year, a hot topic has consistently been the nature or state of the game used memorabilia market. I have never been a dealer, but have been in tune with prices since they effect what I purchase for own collection. Since I began my association with MEARS,...

Answering Questions in a Material Manner by Dave Grob

In response to a question about a mid 1970s Wilson jersey of a Hall of Famer that featured what appeared to be a trimmed tag under the manufacturer’s label, I thought this would be a great opportunity to put my digital microscope to work. The collector was concerned...

Answering Questions in a Material Manner by Dave Grob

In response to a question about a mid 1970s Wilson jersey of a Hall of Famer that featured what appeared to be a trimmed tag under the manufacturer’s label, I thought this would be a great opportunity to put my digital microscope to work. The collector was concerned...

Understanding MEARS Auction Policy by Dave Grob

I was recently asked why I have always had such an issue with an auction house having undisclosed reserves as well as their bidding on lots on behalf of the bidder in order to work towards that undisclosed figure. The prevailing counter argument seems to be that no...

Understanding MEARS Auction Policy by Dave Grob

I was recently asked why I have always had such an issue with an auction house having undisclosed reserves as well as their bidding on lots on behalf of the bidder in order to work towards that undisclosed figure. The prevailing counter argument seems to be that no...