by MEARS | Jan 4, 2008 | archived news
While recently attending a small card show in Green Bay, WI, I uncovered a set of 5 previously unpublished color snapshots from an unidentified photographer featuring the Green Bay Packers. Each image when independently evaluated told a story that could aid in the...
by MEARS | Jan 3, 2008 | archived news
This has been the toughest decision I have had to make while at MEARS since it will impact collectors. Since our inception, we have worked to provided useful and valuable information to both members and non-members. At one time we featured probably the most extensive...
by MEARS | Jan 3, 2008 | archived news
Item examined: 1974 Oscar Robertson Milwaukee Bucks Road Game Worn Jersey The following information was gathered via the MEARS Jersey Grading and Authentication Worksheet, copyright 2005-2008. Hologram #308234 was issued. Our methods included the physical examination...
by MEARS | Jan 2, 2008 | archived news
While recently asked to evaluate a game used bat of a former New York Yankee who lead the team with a .455 batting average during the World Series, MEARS uncovered the players dark and troubled past. According to our research, former Yankee outfielder Jake Powell, in...
by MEARS | Jan 2, 2008 | archived news
Study of dated wire photos allows our evaluators to recognize details vital to the authentication of game worn memorabilia. First generation photos from the 1940s are often found with amazing detail and contrast. Just recently MEARS was able to add this 1944-dated...
by MEARS | Jan 2, 2008 | archived news
While it is our policy not to offer opinions on items we have not physically inspected, we do try to be as helpful as possible in answering questions. There is a Cincinnati Reds travel bag currently listed on E-Bay by Keith Knabe of Husker Twin Vintage Sports. In some...
