Sports Collectors Digest

Tragic story of DiMaggio, Marilyn Monroe add value to their collectibles

As I browsed through Heritage Auction’s spectacular booth at The National in July, I was mesmerized by the many historic artifacts on display.

From Muhammad Ali’s boxing gloves and robe to Michael Jordan’s shoes and a game-worn Magic Johnson jersey, the Heritage exhibits not only featured valuable pieces of sports memorabilia but a look back through sports history.

It’s that rich history that makes

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