🗞️ This Week’s Collectible News

The collectible world didn’t slow down this week—in fact, it hit lightspeed. From NFTs selling out in minutes to grail comics being given away in casinos, here’s everything you need to know across physical and digital drops, auctions, and headlines.

📚 Absolute Batman #1: 2024’s Best‑Selling Single Issue
Collectors have already submitted over 4,000 copies of Absolute Batman #1 for grading, and it stands as the best-selling single issue of 2024, with nearly 400,000 total copies sold—across multiple printings and reprints—through December.

🧟‍♀️ Deadfellaz “Ghost Machine” 50K‑NFT Collection Sells Out in a Day
DFZ Labs launched the “Ghost Machine” collection of 50,000 NFTs on ApeChain on June 13—minting at just $1 each—and sold out within hours. The hyper-pop art series was free for eligible Deadfellaz and Deadfrenz holders, with public mint spots moving quickly once open.

⚾ “Shoeless” Joe Jackson Autographed Ball Could Fetch Six Figures
A baseball signed by the legendary but illiterate Joe Jackson is up for auction at Goldin and has already surpassed $42,000. With fewer than a few dozen authentic signatures in existence, this rare piece could break records by the time bidding ends.

🧸 Giant Labubu Toy Sells for $170K in Beijing Auction
Labubu fever hits new heights as a 4‑foot-tall art toy sold for over $170,000, setting a world record for the brand. The quirky figure, designed by Kasing Lung and popularized by Pop Mart, is now a centerpiece in the booming designer toy market.

🕹️ PSA Shuts Down GameStop Buyout Rumors
Despite hobby buzz, PSA confirmed it's not being acquired by GameStop. The companies are continuing their existing partnership that lets collectors submit cards to PSA through GameStop stores—but no ownership changes are happening.

🧿 OpenSea Retires Legacy Marketplace, Sparks Collector Backlash
OpenSea announced that OS1, its original marketplace, will be shut down on June 16. The move eliminates features like bartering and English auctions, frustrating collectors who relied on those tools for peer‑to‑peer deals.

🦸‍♂️ Win a Grail: Casino Giving Away Action Comics #1 (1938)
Yamaava Casino is offering a CGC 6.0 copy of Action Comics #1—Superman's first appearance—as a giveaway prize. Estimated around $400K, this holy grail comic is on public display until August when one lucky winner will take it home.

🃏 Ultra‑Rare Signed Michael Jordan Rookie Card to Begin Bidding at $2M
Pharrell Williams’ Joopiter auction house launches its first sports memorabilia auction this week, featuring a 1986–87 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card graded PSA 9 with a PSA/DNA Gem Mint 10 autograph, starting at $2 million. It’s the finest-condition signed Jordan Fleer ever offered to the public, making it a monumental debut for Joopiter’s sports collectibles line—bidding runs June 17–26

🦍 Yuga Labs Proposes Shutting Down ApeCoin DAO
Yuga Labs is pushing to dissolve the ApeCoin DAO and replace it with a leaner, centralized structure called “ApeCo.” With $168M in APE tokens at stake, the proposal has split the community—some want faster progress, others fear loss of decentralization.

🛒 Shopify to Accept USDC Crypto Payments
E-commerce platform Shopify announced this week that it has enabled merchants to accept USDC stablecoin payments, powered by partnerships with Coinbase (on Base) and Stripe. Early access is rolling out now, with a broader launch planned by year-end. Customers can use USDC via hundreds of wallets, and merchants can receive payouts in either their local currency or USDC directly—with zero foreign transaction fees

Goldin Auctions brought the heat once again with their Spring Goldin 100 — a curated selection of the hobby’s most elite and culturally iconic collectibles. From dual-signed grails to international rookies and pop culture powerhouses, this event reminded us why auctions remain the pulse of the high-end market.

Here are the top sales that had collectors buzzing:

LeBron James / Kobe Bryant Dual Logoman Autograph (1/1)
2009-10 Upper Deck Exquisite Dual NBA Logo Patch #DL-BJ
Grade: PSA EX-MT+ 6.5 / PSA/DNA MINT 9
Sold for: $1,161,440 (11 bids)
An all-time grail. Dual game-used patches and signatures from two of the NBA’s greatest — this card is the definition of historic.

1955 Topps Roberto Clemente Rookie Card
Grade: PSA MINT 9
Sold for: $732,000 (15 bids)
Clean, centered, and mint — a true piece of baseball history from one of the game’s most beloved legends.

2024 Topps Now Olympics Autographs Gold Stephen Curry (1/1)
Grade: PSA GEM MT 10 / PSA/DNA GEM MT 10
Sold for: $518,500 (54 bids)
A modern masterpiece. Curry's Olympic debut immortalized in gold foil and perfect grades.

1997-98 Pokémon Japanese Trophy Pikachu Collection (Gold, Silver, Bronze)
Grade: PSA Graded
Sold for: $463,600 (37 bids)
A complete set of first-gen Trophy Pikachus — incredibly rare and a true flex for any TCG investor.

2024 Topps Chrome UEFA SuperFractor Auto Lamine Yamal (1/1)
Grade: PSA GEM MT 10 / PSA/DNA GEM MT 10
Sold for: $396,500 (40 bids)
A breakout card for a breakout star. Yamal’s market is just getting started.

1986-87 Fleer Basketball Complete PSA 10 Set
Includes: Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing rookies
Sold for: $341,600 (15 bids)
The gold standard of basketball sets — slabbed top to bottom and anchored by the GOAT.

2009-10 National Treasures Stephen Curry Rookie Patch Auto (#69/99)
Grade: BGS GEM MINT 9.5 / Beckett 10 Auto
Sold for: $317,811 (33 bids)
Curry RPAs remain one of the strongest modern basketball investments. This one delivered big.

2024 Prizm WNBA Black Finite Caitlin Clark Rookie (1/1)
Grade: PSA MINT 9
Sold for: $274,500 (42 bids)
The Caitlin Clark phenomenon continues — this 1/1 is a hobby milestone for women’s sports cards.

Superman #1 (1939 DC)
Grade: CGC 3.0
Sold for: $274,500 (18 bids)
A foundational piece of superhero history. These early DC books are cemented as blue-chip collectibles.

1999-00 Upper Deck Final Floor Autographs Michael Jordan (1/1)
Grade: PSA EX 5 / PSA/DNA GEM MT 10
Sold for: $245,571 (45 bids)
A 1/1 featuring MJ’s autograph and a piece of the actual court — storytelling, nostalgia, and rarity all in one.

While blue chips held their ground, the real action this week came from the underdogs. From sub-0.01 ETH projects seeing explosive gains to unexpected spikes like X FIGURES’ 400% surge, the NFT market proved it still has some serious volatility. Here are the top 10 movers shaking things up across the space:

These five issues saw the biggest sales surges this week, thanks to media announcements, character debuts, and speculation buzz. From Silver Age classics to modern keys, here’s what’s moving:

1. Mister Miracle #1 (DC, 2017)
📈 +733% increase in sales
Tom King’s acclaimed series just got greenlit as an animated show with King as showrunner, announced at the Annecy Festival. This modern key exploded in volume as collectors rushed to grab copies while they’re still cheap.
💵 FMV: Low $1 | Mid $5 | High $15

2. Daredevil #178 (Marvel, 1982)
📈 +467% increase in sales
This issue features the first team-up of Daredevil with Luke Cage and Iron Fist, aka the original Defenders. With Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 in development, fans are betting big on this connection.
💵 FMV: Low $2 | Mid $8 | High $25

3. Marvel Knights: The World to Come #1 (Marvel, 2025)
📈 +350% increase in sales
The first appearance of Ketema, T’Challa’s son, sparked headlines and controversy this week. As the new Black Panther in this series, collectors are taking notice.
💵 FMV: Low $1 | Mid $5 | High $15

4. Ghost Rider #28 (Marvel, 1992)
📈 +329% increase in sales
The first cameo of the Midnight Sons and multiple first appearances (Lilith, Caretaker, Meatmarket) make this a sleeper hit. A rumored Midnight Sons revival has reignited collector interest.
💵 FMV: Low $2 | Mid $8 | High $25

5. Fantastic Four Annual #3 (Marvel, 1965)
📈 +275% increase in sales
A Silver Age gem featuring the marriage of Reed Richards and Sue Storm, and a blink-and-you-miss-it cameo from Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The FF movie hype is bringing this book back into circulation.
💵 FMV: Low $45 | Mid $130 | High $450

This week’s drop calendar is loaded. From nostalgic mystery boxes to sleek digital collectibles and high-end sports cards, the market is buzzing. Whether you're flipping, collecting, or just watching, here are the 6 biggest drops making waves:

📅 Drop Date: Monday, June 17 at 11:00 AM ET
💰 Price: 40 Gems (Blind Box)
Originally unveiled as a concept to celebrate Maserati’s 100th anniversary, the Alfieri now makes its digital debut on VeVe. Sleek, sculpted, and inspired by the classic A6 GCS, this retro-futuristic ride is turning heads. VeVe collectors and auto enthusiasts alike are keeping close watch.

📅 Available Now
💰 Price: $9.99 on Candy.io
Batman descends into the dark heart of Arkham—and Bane is waiting. This issue introduces a new villain linked to Alfred’s past and marks a major story pivot. As the hottest digital comic run of 2024, Absolute Batman #9 is still available and gaining heat.

📅 Release Date: Wednesday, June 18
💰 Price: ~$450–$700 per box
Panini Select returns with premium chromium stock, bold parallels, and 3 guaranteed hits per hobby box (autos or memorabilia). With the debut of the 2024–25 rookie class, demand is already heating up across break groups and hobby shops. Look for rare inserts like Clutch, Sky High, and Gold Glitter.

📅 Release Date: Thursday, June 20 (Evening EST)
💰 Price: Varies
Pop Mart North America is set to drop a new wave of designer toys, including fresh Labubu variants, via their New Arrivals page and app. These limited-edition collectibles tend to sell out fast — so have those alerts on and your app ready.

📅 Drop Date: Thursday, June 20 at 2:00 PM ET
💰 Price: TBA
Fanable’s next mystery drop, “Mutant Mayhem,” taps into retro mutant nostalgia. Expect a mix of CGC-graded comics with mutant energy and classic vibes. If previous drops are any sign, this one will move fast.

📅 Release Date: Monday, June 24 at 11:00 AM PT
🖥️ Platform: Droppp.io
Funko is back with a new Marvel Digital Pop! series — this time spotlighting the West Coast Avengers. Packs include chances to pull redeemable NFTs for limited-edition physical Pop! figures. With ultra-rare redemptions in the mix, collectors are lining up early.

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