🗞️ Collectible News You Need to Know
This week delivered serious heat in both the physical and digital worlds — from sticker NFTs and Web3 gaming to exclusive slabs, shoeboxes, and one of the biggest blockchain sports wallet launches ever. Let’s get into it:
🧃 Doodles NFT Stickers Sell Out in 24 Hours
The Doodles team dropped a surprise “sticker” mint — 3,333 digital collectibles — and they were gone in less than a day. Over 100K people tried to mint. Whether it’s the cute art, the comeback energy, or just pure sticker nostalgia, this one shows collectors still got gas in the tank. 🚀
🏒 Upper Deck Signs NHL’s Top Prospect
Trading card giant Upper Deck just locked in an exclusive deal with Matthew Schaefer, the top prospect in the upcoming NHL Draft. That means his rookie cards and autographs will only come through them. Big bet on a kid expected to be the next face of hockey.
👑 Mattel Unveils All-Female SDCC Exclusive Line
Mattel just revealed their “Girl Power” drop for San Diego Comic-Con — and it’s 🔥. From Monster High Elvira to Hot Wheels Mario Kart’s Pauline, these collectibles celebrate fan-favorite female icons across pop culture. One figure will be available only at SDCC, so good luck to anyone trying to grab that without a badge. 👀
🏟️ Fanatics Fest NYC Is a Collector’s Paradise
Fanatics Fest NYC just kicked off, and it’s STACKED. We’re talking LeBron, Jeter, Travis Scott-curated Topps boxes, and a $200M museum of legendary sports memorabilia (like Babe Ruth bats and million-dollar patch cards). The event’s shaping up to be the new Comic-Con… for card collectors.
💎 Nike x Tiffany Shoebox (Yes, Just the Box) Sells for $53K
What happens when sneaker culture meets fine jewelry? A sterling silver Nike shoebox from the 2023 Nike x Tiffany collab just sold for $53,340. No shoes. Just the box. This is what we call peak flex — and proof that hype never sleeps. 💼💸
🔍 PSA Comic Grading Covers Revealed
PSA gave us a first look at their upcoming comic book grading slabs — and the labels are sleek. Featuring new anti-counterfeit tech and decimal-point precision grading, this rollout starts July 14. No 9.9s or 10s spotted yet… which might be a sign that PSA plans to keep top grades extremely rare 👀
⚽ Barça.Pass x Futureverse – The Biggest Web3 Wallet Drop Yet?
FC Barcelona just launched Barça.Pass, their new blockchain-based fan wallet powered by Futureverse. It’s a big deal: over 11 million fans now have access to a seamless, crypto-free wallet that’ll evolve into a hub for Barça avatars, digital merch, and Web3 games. This is Web3 onboarding done right — smooth, scalable, and collector-friendly.
📚 Neon Ichiban Launch – DSTLRY’s Digital Comics Takeover
Neon Ichiban, built by DSTLRY founders (ex‑Comixology), is set for a summer debut with Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, Kodansha, Oni Press and more. Features include same-day-as-print issues, limited variants, sketch covers, digital creator signatures, and a secondary marketplace — essentially bringing collectible features to the digital space.
🔧 Courtyard.io Enters Comic Book Space with CGC Vending Machine
Courtyard.io, known for its graded Pokémon and sports card experiences, just launched the first-ever CGC‑graded comic book vending machine—live since June 17. With only 1,200 packs at $200 each, each pack contains a CGC‑graded book (like ASM 129 or Hulk 181). The twist? Courtyard’s signature transparency: fair‑value pricing, instant 90% buy‑back offers, real‑time odds, and full insurance/vaulting of your pull. They’re shaking up the collectible game—and providing a vault-like rip experience for comic fans at scale.
🏅 Auction Highlights
Goldin’s 2025 Spring Vintage Auction ran from May 28 to June 21, and it was STACKED. From Mantle grails to Ruth rarities and Pop 1 legends, this event delivered history and high bids across the board.
🔥 1. 1952 Topps #311 Mickey Mantle Rookie – PSA NM 7
Sold for: $396,500 (26 bids)
This is one of the rare NM 7 (8+) graded rookie Mantle cards — middle-tier grade, ascending booster, but high-grade still. Its rarity and iconic subject made it the most expensive lot of the auction.
🧢 2. 1902 W600 Sporting Life Cabinet – Honus Wagner (Street Clothes) – PSA VG+ 3.5
Sold for: $292,800 (13 bids)
Lot #3
Wagner's true rookie card and one of only four known graded copies. This ultra-rare cabinet card predates the famous T206 and captures Wagner in street clothes — making it an unmatched piece of baseball history.
🏈 3. 1962 Topps #17 Mike Ditka Rookie – PSA Mint 9 (POP 4)
Sold for: $207,526 (27 bids)
A top-tier grade rare football rookie: only four examples exist in Mint 9. A high-end gem from the NFL’s 1960s era.
⚾ 4. 1915 Babe Ruth Team Photo Postcard – PSA GD+ 2.5
Sold for: $185,440 (19 bids)
A “true” Rookie-piece for the Sultan of Swat — one of the earliest Babe Ruth collectibles, and a cornerstone item from Red Sox history.
🌟 5. 1951 Bowman #305 Willie Mays Rookie – PSA NM-MT 8
Sold for: $173,240 (19 bids)
A near-mint condition example of Willie Mays’s rookie — perfect for any serious Hall of Famer collector.
⚾ 6. 1910 D322 Honus Wagner Tip Top Bread – PSA GD 2
Sold for: $136,640 (25 bids)
This rare variant on Tip Top Bread stock is less common than the standard versions and a notable pre-war collector's trophy.
⭐ 7. 1975 Topps Mini #228 George Brett Rookie – PSA GEM MT 10
Sold for: $103,700 (31 bids)
The only perfect-grade rookie mini of Hall of Famer George Brett — a Pop 1 rarity.
🪶 8. 1951 Bowman #253 Mickey Mantle Signed Rookie – PSA Gem MT 10 Auth
Sold for: $100,040 (17 bids)
A perfectly graded signed rookie Mantle card—PSA-DNA certified—combining signature and rookie card prestige.
🔥 9. 1955 Topps #164 Roberto Clemente Rookie – PSA GD 2 / Auto NM 7
Sold for: $97,600 (14 bids)
Rare “Bob Clemente” variant with extremely rare vintage signature. Added autograph value seals the deal.
🎖️ 10. 1952 Topps #407 Eddie Mathews Rookie – PSA NM+ 7.5 (POP 1)
Sold for: $97,600 (18 bids)
A one-of-a-kind Bryan-grade rookie version—only one example exists at 7.5—making it a grail-level find for Mathews fans.
📈 Top 10 NFT Projects This Week (By Volume)
From legacy giants to rising stars, here are the NFT projects making the most noise this week. Whether it's digital collectibles, token-gated ecosystems, or community-fueled movement — volume doesn’t lie. 👇
Project | Floor Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
1. Courtyard.io |
| +5.2% |
2. DX Terminal |
| +9.3% |
3. Pudgy Penguins |
| +1.8% |
4. CryptoPunks |
| −2.9% |
5. Lil Pudgys |
| +7.1% |
6. Bored Ape Yacht Club |
| +1.3% |
7. Wrapped Cryptopunks |
| −15.7% |
8. Mutant Ape Yacht Club |
| +1.4% |
9. Gristle Buddeez Worldwide |
| +22.3% |
10. TrailHeads |
| +18.7% |
📚 Trending Comics of the Week
From vintage Jack Kirby keys to modern animated spec and classic X-Men heat — the comic market saw a major shake-up this week, thanks to upcoming adaptations, anniversary buzz, and character speculation. Here are the Top 10 trending comics collectors are chasing right now:
🔥 Mister Miracle #1 (1971, DC)
1st appearance of Mister Miracle (Scott Free), Oberon, and Thaddeus Brown
🔼 +513% spike in sales after Warner Bros. announced an animated series based on the 2017 title
Low: $20 | Mid: $80 | High: $200
🔥 Mister Miracle #4 (1971, DC)
1st appearance of Big Barda (Scott Free’s love interest and New Gods powerhouse)
🔼 +400% in sales this week due to her role in the same upcoming Mister Miracle series
Low: $10 | Mid: $30 | High: $100
🔥 Mister Miracle #2 (1971, DC)
1st appearance of Granny Goodness (Darkseid’s enforcer)
2nd appearance of Mister Miracle
🔼 +333% increase in sales week over week
Low: $5 | Mid: $18 | High: $75
🔥 The Sandman #1 (1989, DC Vertigo)
1st appearance of Dream aka Morpheus + key supporting characters
🔼 +325% sales boost as fans gear up for Netflix’s Season 2 premiere on July 3, 2025
Low: $15 | Mid: $50 | High: $150
🔥 New Gods #1 (1971, DC)
Key 1st appearances: Orion, Highfather, Metron, Lightray, Kalibak, and the Parademons
Introduces the worlds of New Genesis and Apokolips
Still under the radar despite heavy speculation
Low: $18 | Mid: $65 | High: $180🔥 Uncanny X-Men #160 (1982, Marvel)
1st appearance of Illyana Rasputin as a teenager (later becomes Magik)
1st appearance of the demon S’ym
🔼 +193% spike in sales — holding strong on Trending 20 for a second straight week
Low: $4 | Mid: $12 | High: $40
🔥 Action Comics #1 (1938, DC)
1st appearance of Superman, Lois Lane, and Zatara
🔼 +183% bump this week due to reprint and facsimile sales
Low: $285k | Mid: $1.1M | High: $4.6M
🔥 Uncanny X-Men #129 (1980, Marvel)
1st appearances of Kitty Pryde, Emma Frost, and The Hellfire Club
🔼 +157% increase following the release of Emma Frost: The White Queen #1
Low: $25 | Mid: $80 | High: $280
🔥 Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 (2025, Image)
Origin of Battle Beast
1st appearance of Prince Salaka
🔼 +156% jump after the release of Battle Beast #2
Low: $1 | Mid: $2 | High: $4
🔥 Upcoming Heat
The week ahead is packed with collector drop action—whether you're into animated icons, nostalgic comics, phygital cards, or ultra-limited exclusives. Here’s what to mark on your calendar:
1. Sesame Street – The Count (Animated VeVe NFT)
📅 June 22 | 📍 VeVe App
The Count makes his animated 3D NFT debut with a blind box drop:
Uncommon edition: 1,234 copies
Secret Rare “gold” variant: 234 copies
VeVe whales and Sesame fans are already 🔥 on this one—expect instant sellout.
2. Amazing Spider‑Man #5 (Marvel Digital Comic)
📅 June 24 | 📍 VeVe App
A Silver Age classic goes digital—Spider‑Man’s first clash with Doctor Doom:
Total print: 5,000 copies
5 variant covers, including VeVe exclusives by Sandoval & Arciniega
Vintage Marvel appeal, modern platform.
3. 2025 Panini Boys of Summer Baseball Cards
📅 June 25 | 📍 Hobby Shops & Online
Panini’s premium summer set is back:
Per box: 8 cards, featuring 3 autographs + 1 memorabilia
Targets rookies: Paul Skenes, Dylan Crews
Legends included: Mariano Rivera & more
Low-count boxes = high-stakes rip.
4. Power Girl Digital Collectible (McFarlane Toys Digital)
📅 July 2 | 📍 McFarlane Toys Digital
Super-powered in every sense—this drop is McFarlane’s latest phygital venture:
Launch time: 12 PM ET / 9 AM PT
Price: $10 each via POL or credit
Supply cap: 500 editions across rarities
Rare (241)
Epic (169)
Legendary (90)
Bonus utility: holders get 50% off the upcoming Superman resin statue by Clayton Henry
No allowlist, no max mint—first come, first served.
5. Funko Pop! Predator 2 – City Hunter (Sliced Arm Variant)
📅 June 27 | 📍 Funko.com (Fan Rewards Exclusive)
One of Funko’s lowest-edition horror exclusives of the year:
Edition size: 3,500 units
Features: GITD green blood, removable arm, UV protective case
Access: Fan Rewards members only
Expect sellout in seconds.
6. West Coast Avengers – Funko Digital Pop! (Droppp)
📅 June 24 @ 11 AM PT | 📍 Droppp (Solana & WAX)
Collect digital and redeem physical Funko Pops—all in one drop featuring the beloved West Coast Avengers lineup:
🎒 Pack Count: ~24,000 Standard packs & ~22,000 Premium packs
🧩 Physical Design: Exclusive vinyl figures available for redemption
🎮 Droppp Arcade: Convert NFTs into points & top 333 earn bonus digital/physical rewards
🔁 Marketplace: Post-drop trading, buying, and selling
Why watch: Unique blend of digital + physical, plus gamified progression—dropping with major build-in utility
🎁 GIVEAWAY TIME, NERDS!
We’re giving away a FANTASTIC FOUR #46 – CGC 9.6 – SIGNED BY JEFF JOHNSON 🔥
Yes, you read that right — a slabbed beauty from Marvel Comics (2001), featuring Black Bolt’s first full appearance and signed by the legend Jeff Johnson himself! This is one of the cleanest copies you’ll find, and it could be YOURS for FREE.
Here’s how to enter:
1️⃣ Go to our pinned tweet and Like/Repost
2️⃣ Comment your favorite Fantastic Four member
3️⃣ Tag a few collector friends who need to see this!
🧬 This issue has it all:
FF squad in full effect
Black Bolt & the Inhumans
A sweet CGC 9.6 slab
And that 🔥 signature
🏆 Last Week’s Giveaway Winner!
Congrats to @Officialemojii — you just scored 250,000 $OMI tokens! 🎉💰
Thanks for entering and showing love to the Nerdcave77 fam. Your bag is on the way!
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Stay active, stay collecting, and your name could be next. 👀
🧠 That’s a Wrap!
That’s it for this week, fam! From NFT hype and slabbed grails to nostalgic drops and future fire, the collectible space is alive and kicking — and we’re grateful you’re here for all of it. 🙌
Big shoutout to every reader, collector, and builder in the Nerdcave77 community. Whether you’re flipping Pokémon, stacking comics, or aping into arcades — this space wouldn’t be what it is without YOU.
🚨 Don’t forget to enter this week’s Fantastic Four giveaway (scroll back if you missed it), and tag us when you hit those pulls, wins, or rare finds. We love to celebrate the grind with you.
Until next week —
Stay nerdy. Stay hunting.
– The Nerdcave77 Team 💥