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	PSA Insider - February 9, 2010 \| Vol. 11 Number 3


		• Auctions: Goodwin, Just Collect, Sirius, Legendary, Memory Lane & Legacy • Seeing is Believing • 1966 Topps Batman Riddler Back & Batman Color Photos Sets (part 2) • Frank Evanov: The Number One Current Finest Mike Bossy Basic Set • PSA Q & A: What Are the Differences of the 1914 & 1915 Cracker Jack Sets? • Survey: How Do You Store Your Trading Cards? • Announcements

PSA HOBBY NEWS

Goodwin & Co. Masterpieces and Uncommon Commons XXV Auction is in Full Swing: Ends Thursday, February 11th
Goodwin & Company's auction closes on Thursday, February 11th, with a fantastic assortment of cards including: 1910 Piedmont Cigarettes T206 Joe Doyle, New York Natl, Hands Above Head, 1911 Sporting Life Cabinets M110 Ty Cobb, Un-cataloged 1894 Baltimore Orioles Betz Studio Cabinet, 1914 Cracker Jack Joe Jackson, 1912 E300 Plows Candy Bob Harmon PSA 6, 1914 Texas Tommy E224 Christy Mathewson, and a 1939 Playball Ted Williams Rookie #92. There is truly something for everybody! To view and bid, simply visit www.goodwinandco.com , and sign in using your email address or bidder number. You may start bidding right away! Click here for more information.

JustCollectCards Runs Huge Sale with Free Shipping on Over 5,000 PSA Cards and Launches Catalog View: Ends Sunday, February 14th
JustCollectCards is now running a HUGE sale on over 5,000 PSA Cards with free shipping on every order. Over 1,250 cards were just added in the last week, with more launching daily. JustCollectCards is proud to offer Catalog View, a great new way to browse PSA cards. Click here to read more.

Sirius Sports Cards Auction #12 is Now Open for Bidding: Ends Thursday, February 18th
There are 866 lots for auction that will end on Thursday, February 18, 2010, at 11 PM EST using the 15 minute rule. This auction features many high grade and low pop cards PSA graded cards from the 1950s through the 1970s for collectors to complete their sets. It includes a nice run of 1957 Topps Baseball, some low population 1966 Philadelphia Football PSA 8's, plus graded cards of Mantle, Clemente, Aaron and many more HOFers. A small selection of PSA/DNA authenticated autographs and PCGS graded coins are included. Click here for more information.

Historic Images from Sun-Times Photo Archive to be Sold by Legendary Auctions: Ends Friday, February 26th
Iconic photos representing notable individuals and historic events to be featured in February sale. Online bidding at www.legendaryauctions.com will begin on Monday, February 15, and conclude on Friday, February 26. Click here to learn more.

Football Legends Top Memory Lane Inc's "Big Game Auction"
Hours before the Colts and Saints prepared to make NFL history in Super Bowl XLIV, some greats from the past were gaining new respect as the focus of a special auction of vintage football cards and memorabilia. Memory Lane Inc hosted its first-ever football-only event, the Big Game Auction, with over 300 lots featuring some of the greatest names in football history. Click here for more information.

Legacy Sports Rarities Announces Successful Completion of its Winter 2010 Auction!
Legacy Sports Rarities has announced the successful completion of their Winter 2010 catalog/Internet auction event. Concluded on Saturday, January 30th, the auction generated total prices realized of $459,534. Click here for more information.

PSA EDITORIAL

Seeing is Believing
One of the issues that collectors deal with on a daily basis is whether or not to display their collections. If they do decide to display their prized possessions, the question then becomes... how? In the following article, Joe Orlando explores the dilemma that presents itself to many hobbyists and he makes a strong argument for why putting your items in full view can enhance your overall experience. More...

PSA SET REVIEW

1966 Topps Batman Riddler Back & Batman Color Photos Sets (part 2)
A few issues ago, Kevin Glew took a look at the 1966 Topps Batman set, one of the more popular non-sports issues in the hobby. Well, the caped crusader and his adversaries are back in this new installment, covering the Riddler Back and Color Photos issue from the same year. In the following article, Glew examines the appeal of these complimentary sets. More...

PSA SET REGISTRY^SM SPOTLIGHT

Frank Evanov - The Number One Current Finest Mike Bossy Basic Set
To many, Mike Bossy was one of the greatest hockey players ever. He played with the New York Islanders for his entire NHL career and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1991. An exceptional right wing, he was known for his powerful shot. In his rookie season he brazenly predicted he would score 50 goals, and he did. Scoring 53 goals he earned the Calder Trophy for rookie of the year, and continued to play hard, helping lead the Islanders to four Stanley Cup championship wins. While this 18-card set is not a large one, this collector has managed to populate it with several of the highest graded items. This set has won "Best of the Registry" from 2007 through 2009 and holds a strong 8.98 set rating. This collector has also imaged each card for all to view. Click here to enjoy.

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PSA Q & A

Question: What are the differences between the 1914 and 1915 Cracker Jack sets?

Answer: There are a few to note. First, unlike the 1915 issue, the 1914 cards were not released as part of a redemption program to the public. That is why you see so many more high-end examples from 1915 versus 1914. In addition, the 1914 cards were printed on thinner paper stock. Furthermore, the backs of the 1915 cards were printed upside down, unlike the 1914s. Finally, the content of each set is slightly different. Christy Mathewson, for example, has two entirely different poses - one pitching (1914) and one portrait (1915). Another difference in content centers around Hall of Famer Frank Chance, who was only featured in the 1914 set.

COLLECTORS SURVEY

How do you store your trading cards?

Safe Deposit Box - Not at Home
Safe - at Home
In Accessible Boxes or Binders at Home
Framed or Displayed

Click here to answer. Results will be posted in the next Insider.

Results from last survey: 62% felt that Peyton Manning's rookie cards would have the best upside in the next 5 years. Click here for a complete breakdown.

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PSA FEBRUARY GRADING SPECIALS

Hurry! To take advantage of this special, all orders must be postmarked between 02/01/10 - 2/28/10!

Collectors Club Special #1:
Sports & Non Sports Cards - $14 per Card - No Minimum Quantity Required
For Cards Valued Under $500 • For Silver, Gold & Platinum Members • Turnaround is Approximately 5 Business Days
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Collectors Club Special #2:
Sports & Non Sports Cards - $10 per Card - 10 Card Minimum Quantity Required
For Cards Valued Under $250 • For Silver, Gold & Platinum Members • Turnaround is Approximately 10 Business Days
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Collectors Club Special #3:
Sports & Non Sports Cards - $6 per Card - 25 Card Minimum Quantity Required
For Cards Valued Under $100 • For Silver, Gold & Platinum Members • Turnaround is Approximately 45 Business Days
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For more information on how to list your inventory, contact Roy Alcala at ralcala@collectors.com.

PSA Set Registry now links to Collectors Corner. Click here. Sports Cards and Tickets for Sale: 34,956 Cards for Sale Today valued at $5,911,216 Most Recent Listings: 1985 Topps 315 Tony Nathan PSA NM-MT 8... $325.00 1951 Parkhurst 89 Frank Eddolls PSA NM 7... $150.00 1960 Topps 200 Willie Mays PSA Mint 9... $3000.00 Most Valuable Listings: 1952 Topps 1 Andy Pafko Black Back PSA NM-MT 8... $85,000.00 1952 Topps 311 Mickey Mantle PSA NM-MT 8 OC... $42,500.00 1912 T202 Hassan Triple Folder G.Moriarty/T.Cobb Play At Third PSA NM-MT 8... $26,500.00	Collectors Corner Featured Dealer Legacy Sports Rarities 65 listings

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Bergie's Sports Card Dugout & PSA/DNA	2/18/2010	Highland Park, IL
GT Sports Marketing (GTSM)	2/19 - 2/21/2010	San Jose, CA
Collectors Universe Public Friday	2/26/2010	Santa Ana, CA
Philadelphia Sportscard Show	3/12 - 3/14/2010	King of Prussia, PA
Chicago Sun Times Show	3/19 - 3/21/2010	Rosemont, IL

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