It was a seldom seen redemption card from 2007-08 Bowman Sterling Basketball that featured the best Larry Bird & Magic Johnson autographed card.  Sure, we’ve seen plenty of their dual autos from Upper Deck and Topps, all using the new technology and featuring game-used items.  This card was something even better and only 10 copies were available.

This redemption card was for an authentic 1981 Larry Bird/Magic Johnson Rookie card, signed in gold ink and hand #’d /10 copies.

By the looks of this auction, Topps had a strict deadline for these and sent back any expired redemptions with a company seal (Ouch, that’s pretty bad).  Anyone that actually pulled one from packs and sent into Topps in time, got one these pictured below.

The card came graded by BGS w/ the Topps logo, although I’m not sure why they used a gold label for a “7″ grade.  Despite that, the card is one truly amazing collectable and judging by this auction (has a reserve), they are rare and extremely expensive.

If these are too rich for your blood, check out some of these other Bird/Magic autographs available.  One of them might fit well in your collection and you can celebrate one of the best basketball rivalries ever.

1993-94 Skybox Hoops Certified Dual Auto (The Original & Classic Card from the 90′s!)

2006-07 Topps Luxury Box Dual Auto Jersey /79

2008-09 UD Exquisite Dual Auto /25

2010 UD Ultimate Collection Dual Auto /25

and one of the most incredible looking cards Upper Deck has ever released (thus making it VERY expensive)…

2007-08 UD Chronology Dual Auto /10

Just as these have started to completely dry up and see some crazy prices, a Las Vegas base seller listed one of each Panini Hall Of Fame Dream Team Autos for sale via auction format.  Some of them are getting out of hand early, but others are still sitting low.

If you have any thoughts of buying your favorite Dream Team player or want to make the set, this is your chance.  That holiday money should help your wallet feel a little better after it’s all said and done.

Chris Mullin

Clyde Drexler

Scottie Pippen

Magic Johnson

John Stockton

It should be noted that we have still not seen a single copy of these players.  I’m starting to think they never were produced, but Panini hasn’t disclosed any info.

Christian Laettner
David Robinson
Charles Barkley
Patrick Ewing
Karl Malone

Over the years, the hobby has reacted to some strange things on cardboard.  Dead Bugs.  Game used foul pole netting. Game Used Dirt.  On-Card Autos (They touched the card!!!).  Historical DNA pieces.

Perhaps the biggest stigma in the hobby is that specific serial numbers in a print run sell for more money.  Many believe that the first and last always command a premium.  Others think that’s pure crap and only the depicted player’s jersey number commands a premium.

I’m happy to announce that the jersey number theory is clrealy alive and well.

We brought you some market info on the Panini Hall Of Fame Dream Team Autos, which have been the hottest basketball singles of the year.  They regularly command $200-$400+ depending on the player, but these two auctions are just plain insane.

Scottie Pippen Dream Team Autograph #’d 8/49

Clyde Drexler Dream Team Autpograph #’d 10/49

If you were looking for more of these sweet autographs for your collection, these are the only ones listed at the moment.  With the low print runs, good luck finding them next year.  I’m sure many of these will be locked away in personal collections.

Chris Mullin

Clyde Drexler

John Stockton

Larry Bird

It seems that almost any basketball product that features the Dream Team, specifically the storied dynasty from the early 90′s, will sell worldwide.  Collectors loved that team and it’s players so much, that even if they beat your country, you became a fan.  The first Dream Team autographs to hit the card market were the 1994 Skybox Dream Team Autographs, which didn’t feature anyone better than Isiah Thomas.  They were signed in gold ink, had no card numbers, and didn’t feature any concrete print run.

When I saw this David Robinson 1992 Skybox Autograph card sell yesterday, I was left scratching my head.

What was it and where did it come from?  Why did it sell for so much money, despite not being a pack pulled autograph?  Was there an insert run in 1992 Skybox that was so rare it’s forgotten?

Checking the Beckett checklist draws a blank and I can’t say I’ve ever seen another one on the market.  It is worth noting the sale price and something that Panini America could do as a buy back insert.

Does anyone know what this card is?  Share your info below!