Views and observations from AC - share your experience at the National!

[AnkurJ]

Took my 9’year old. It was his and my first big show and was quite overwhelming. A lot to take in! He had fun but not that much for kids. He enjoyed meeting stars from the Sandlot, The Blind side and Archie Graham from Field of Dreams. He enjoyed talking to Patrick Renna.
His haul is pictured along with a Ruth replica ball.
His observations:
1. Babe Ruth signed a lot of stuff!
2. Babe Ruth cards aren’t as rare as I thought
3. How do people afford these prices?
4. Is there a place where we can play baseball?

I saw a comic dealer set up who I’ve known for years. My son was in a Yankee Jersey and he was gifted a Topps Sterling Reggie Jackson box. Seeing his eyes light up when he pulled a relic card was priceless! Thanks to Mike Carbonaro of Big Apple Conventions for making his day.

My observations (haven’t been buying the last two years)
1. Many prices have come down to earth. Jordan Rc’s, Jeter Rc’s especially
2. Decent number of Star Jordan and 86 Fleer
3. Jordan autograph prices seem very strong
4. It’s not easy for a kid to afford current packs with decent inserts
5. 52 Topps Mantle remains the king of baseball
6. Goudey Ruth prices have jumped the last 3-4 years
7. Ruth auto prices same as above