How much do you think its worth

Is it hand signed? It looks like it is, but it's hard to tell from the pictures. Also, Is there a number on it somewhere, like x/5? It may be on the back, but that would be very important. If there's a company name somewhere on there, start with them, otherwise check with your local card/memorabilia stores, that would be my suggestion.

 

The bat is probably not worth much, for one, he wasn't that good and two, that's not what he's remembered for. A game used bulls jersy signed by him? That's probably worth a mnt, but the bat is kind of like a 1 off item.

 

I doubt the Aikman poster is worth too much. It's not in great shape, having been folded, so it doesn't display that well. He's a contemporary personality and signs plenty of pieces, so his signature isn't that rare. And I'd be very surprised if that poster was limited to 5. Memorabilia companies these days are whores, and even 'limited editions' typically have a run of 100 or more. There are some sports auction houses that can give you a rough idea of its value. You can even offer it for sale on consignment. One of them is Vintage Authentics (no affiliation) and their latest auction just ended. Not a lot of posters--most of their items are game used pieces. But for reference, there are a lot of signed/used jerseys from players of Aikman's stature that sell in the $300-$900 range (Boggs, Puckett, Garnett)

 

Contrary to what was said above, a genuine MLB approved bat used in a game by Michael Jordan w/ an authentic autograph is worth many hundreds now, thousands eventually (if not close to right now). It (the used bat w/ autograph & proof of authenticity) is easily worth more than most of his unused/non-game genuine NBA jerseys, as those exist in the thousands (ie. genuine NBA game jerseys signed by him, but never worn in a game/function). Actual worn/used-game genuine NBA jerseys (likely numbering in the 100's only) significantly trump the unused genuine jerseys in terms of value, even w/ both bearing an autograph & same style/manufacturer.

Reference:

www.americanmemorabilia.com/Auction_Item.asp?Auction_ID=47155

http://louisville.craigslist.org/clt/1312120869.html

http://cgi.ebay.com/MICHAEL-JORDAN-SIGNED-RAWLINGS-BIG-STICK-BASEBALL-BAT-_W0QQitemZ200367566052QQcmdZViewItem

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_value_of_a_baseball_autographed_by_Michael_Jordan

www.cardboardmemories.com/mdetail.asp?ID=3828

Mclemore Auction recently sold a "Wilson Michael Jordan Baseball Bat Autographed by Michael Jordan", inquire for more insight I'd say!

In general, autographed bats command at least 5x - 10x more than an autographed baseball w/ contemporary players; game-used bats of unique/special players such as Jordan, regardless of his skill/performance, will be collectible for years to come... anything Jordan, much like anything Ferrari, will always be desired, coveted, and valued. Proof-of-authenticity, condition, notoriety (ie. game-use), and iconic status & situation of the individual all dictate the at times impressive value of the piece. . .


[I know, I know... I should've said how's $50/shipped??? ]



I more-or-less agree about the Aikman autographed poster. I'd say less than ~$100 as-is due to condition, due to some inherent value in the autograph itself. A mint/near-mint autographed photograph or small-to-medium sized poster of Aikman is $200 - $250 (reference). Ideally, an autograph on a: football, jersey, helmet, commemorative plaque, rookie card, game-day program, medium/large high-quality glossy photograph, and so on would have a lot more value than a worn/aged/creased poster (even if Upper Deck).

A random one I came across: http://houston.craigslist.org/clt/1300553480.html

Such a poster in such condition w/ his autograph (namely your poster) would only extract a relative market premium at Cowboys-centric cardshows (perhaps one that he's attending) and/or Cowboys memorabilia shops or Cowboys online forums & boards. Do some research to see what Aikman autographed memorabilia goes for, to get an idea. Then put it on Craigslist (particularly the Big'D metroplex area) along w/ ebay. A positive w/ Aikman stuff is that he was a Cowboy, namely "America's Team" w/ fans everywhere & many generations of them (ie. all ages AND ethnicities) & many-many female fans of Aikman out there. Cater to a particular demographic during an opportune time & market it in a savvy way, you'll get decent $ for the poster... but w/ patience (but, of-course). . .

 

I stand corrected, thanks for the great info Osiris! Some interesting stuff you came up with there!

 

I learn a sh!tload of MLB stuff from you, my man... So, it's all good!

$50/shipped for the Jordan bat?

That Aikman poster during his entry into the H.O.F. in Canton years ago would've been the ideal time to market such. Find a Cowboys bar/grill/eatery or some MILF who's obsessed w/ the 'boys, and you'll get a c-note or two for that autographed poster...

 

EBay's tough--a lot of times you end up wasting a lot on listing fees trying to generate interest. And the psychology of it is hilarious. I listed a bunch of posters once, and one of them was a free Marlboro poster from the '84 Detroit GP. I listed it with a $10 reserve and didn't get a bite. Re-listed it at $1.00, no reserve, and it sold for $90. So, you never know. You can also try Craigslist, but it's not the best for collectibles.

 

I've heard some horror stories about craigslist and memorabilia, that some people got duped into buying forged items, obviously this isn't the case here, but if you're really deadset on unloading your items quickly and don't care what price you get for them, check with a memorabilia store in your neck of the woods, those places are almost always looking for pieces to buy.