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📰 Weekly Collectible News – April 13, 2025

Every week, we bring you the latest drops, headline sales, and big moves shaking up the collectible world—from physical grails to digital heat. Whether you're here for the cardboard, the slab, or the shiny JPGs, we’ve got you covered.

This week was stacked with sold-out launches, 1/1 discoveries, multi-million-dollar NFT moves, and important updates from grading giants. Let’s dive into what had collectors buzzing this week 👇

🧢 Fanable's Drop Sells Out in Minutes for Second Consecutive Week

Fanable is on fire 🔥 — their latest drop sold out in minutes for the second week in a row, proving that demand is only getting hotter.

This week’s “Clash of the Titans” release featured graded comic book cases with heavy hitters from both Marvel and DC, including epic matchups like Batman vs. Captain America and rare pulls like Amalgam Universe crossovers. Each mystery case contained one CGC-graded comic, with some featuring original VeVe covers signed by legends like Frank Miller, David Yu, and Dan Crothers.

With only 100 mystery cases available and an instant buyback at 90% FMV, collectors didn’t hesitate. This fast-paced sellout continues to show that Fanable’s model—combining digital mechanics with physical grails—is resonating hard with collectors.

Expect demand to only grow from here. 👀

🏀 Steph Curry’s 2024 Olympics 1/1 Auto Finally Surfaces

🚨 Just in: The elusive 2024 Topps Now Olympics Steph Curry 1/1 autographed card has finally surfaced.

Collector Trevor O’Loughlin, a longtime Curry fan, received the redemption unexpectedly after initially receiving his base cards weeks earlier. The card commemorates Curry's first Olympic gold medal and is considered one of the most coveted pulls from the 2024 Topps Now Olympic set.

The card's emergence has reignited discussions about the highly anticipated 1/1 triple autograph card featuring Curry, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant. Collectors are on the edge of their seats.

📦 CCG Issues Guidance on International Submissions and Tariffs

The Certified Collectibles Group (CCG) has issued updated guidance in light of increased tariffs on US imports. Good news for global collectors—international submissions to CCG should not incur tariffs when processed through official international locations.

CCG recommends submitters outside the US send items to one of their global hubs in London, Munich, Hong Kong, Shanghai, or soon, Dubai. These locations offer white-glove service, including shipping, insurance, customs clearance, and tariff-free processing.

Collectors submitting directly to CCG in the US must use a Temporary Importation under Bond (TIB) and declare themselves as the importer of record. Failure to follow this process may result in fees, customs holds, or outright rejection by CCG.

🐧 VeeFriends Gets the Topps Chrome Treatment

🚨 BREAKING: The long-awaited 2025 Topps Chrome x VeeFriends collaboration is officially happening!

For the first time ever, VeeFriends characters are entering the world of shiny parallels and collector-grade chromium cards. The hobby box retails at $99.99, and presale kicked off April 8 from 9AM to 5PM ET via a raffle format — only winners are charged.

Key details:

• 💎 Chrome parallels

• 🔥 Limited inserts

• 🎯 Raffle entry only (2 boxes max per person)

• 📦 Hobby Box: $99.99

This release marks another major win for VeeFriends as the brand continues to bridge digital IP and traditional collectibles. Collector heat is guaranteed. 🐧🔥

💎 BIG SALE ALERT: Punk 3100 Sells for 4,000 ETH ($6M+)

One of the most iconic CryptoPunks of all time just made digital history.

Punk #3100, the Alien Punk rocking a headband and eternal grail status, sold for 4,000 ETH, or over $6 million USD. This marks one of the largest NFT sales ever recorded—an undeniable flex in the world of digital collectibles.

With only 9 Alien Punks in existence, this sale cements Punk 3100’s status as one of the rarest and most desirable NFTs of all time.

Legend secured. 🛸

💰 Auction Coverage – Goldin’s April 10th Results

From Tiger to Caitlin Clark, this week’s Goldin auction brought out the heavy hitters. A mix of rookie grails, 1/1 patches, and hobby icons lit up the bidding war and gave collectors plenty to talk about. Here's a look at the standouts:

🐅 Tiger Woods Signed Rookie PSA 10 Brings $30K+

2001 Upper Deck SP Authentic Golf Authentic Stars Autograph #45
Tiger Woods Signed Rookie Card (#777/900)
PSA GEM MT 10, PSA/DNA GEM MT 10
📈 Sold for: $30,757 (50 bids)
An all-time great, in gem-mint form. This Tiger rookie autograph remains one of the most iconic modern golf cards.

⚾ Ohtani 1/1 Patch Ends Just Under $24K

2022 Topps Diamond Icons MLB Silhouette Batter Logo Patch #BLP-SO
Shohei Ohtani Game-Used Patch Card (#1/1) – PSA MINT 9
📈 Sold for: $23,791 (82 bids)
The Sho-time premium continues. A beautiful logo patch from MLB's two-way superstar.

🐐 MJ Rookie Still Holds Strong

1986-87 Fleer #57
Michael Jordan Rookie Card – PSA MINT 9
📈 Sold for: $20,130 (54 bids)
Still the blueprint for GOAT rookie cards. A PSA 9 MJ will always command attention and value.

🌟 Future Star Watch: Cooper Flagg 1/1 Auto

2024 Topps Chrome McDonald’s All-American Golden Patch Auto #GPA-CF
Cooper Flagg (#1/1) – PSA Authentic, PSA/DNA GEM MT 10
📈 Sold for: $19,520 (66 bids)
The hype is real for the next big thing in hoops. This game-used Adidas patch and auto combo hit hard.

🏀 Caitlin Clark 1/1 Printing Plate Draws Nearly $13K

2022-23 Bowman University Inception Black Printing Plate #68
Caitlin Clark Rookie Card (#1/1) – PSA EX 5
📈 Sold for: $12,810 (72 bids)
The Caitlin Clark market is absolutely buzzing. Even with a low grade, this 1/1 plate fetched a strong number.

🚀 Elly De La Cruz Chrome SuperFractor Sells for $9K+

2024 Topps Chrome Cosmic SuperFractor #44
Elly De La Cruz Rookie (#1/1) – PSA GEM MT 10
📈 Sold for: $9,150 (57 bids)
Top prospect heat. The Cosmic SuperFractor design + perfect grade = 🔥.

🏎️ F1 Love: Oscar Piastri Padparadscha 1/1

2024 Topps Chrome F1 Sapphire Helmet Collection #HC-8
Oscar Piastri Padparadscha (#1/1) – PSA 8
📈 Sold for: $8,540 (27 bids)
Rare F1 refractor with a bold name and bold color. One for the paddock faithful.

🔥 Ja Morant Blockchain Logoman Auto 1/1

2022-23 Panini Prizm Blockchain Logoman Autographs #PBC-JAM
Ja Morant (#1/1) – PSA GEM MT 10, PSA/DNA GEM MT 10
📈 Sold for: $8,187 (67 bids)
Digital meets physical with this 1/1 blockchain-backed logoman auto from one of the league's most electric players.

🌻 Jac Caglianone Cracks $7.9K

2024 Bowman Draft Chrome Prospect Auto Sunflower Seeds Refractor #CPA-JC
Jac Caglianone (#1/5) – PSA MINT 9 – Pop 1
📈 Sold for: $7,930 (49 bids)
Low pop + top draft potential = a sneaky sleeper hit from this auction.

🏈 Drake Maye/Ja'Lynn Polk Downtown Black 1/1

2024 Panini Donruss Downtown Horizontal Black #18
Drake Maye / Ja'Lynn Polk Rookie Card (#1/1) – PSA MINT 9
📈 Sold for: $7,625 (38 bids)
A slick horizontal Downtown insert, and a true 1/1. Football collectors showed up for this one.

🔍 Finds of the Week

Every week we spotlight a few collectibles we believe are flying under the radar or trading well below their true value. Whether you’re a flipper, long-term holder, or just love the thrill of the hunt, these are the kinds of finds that make collectors say “how is this still available?”

Here are this week’s top steals worth a closer look 👇

🦇 Batman #423 (1988) – Digital Epic Variant

🎨 One of Todd McFarlane’s most iconic Batman covers
💰 Epic variant (only 397 minted) currently selling for just $16.99
📈 CGC 9.8 of the physical first print is going for $1,850+

This moody, dramatic cover has become a cult classic—and the digital version might be one of the most slept-on plays in collecting right now. With under 400 in existence and a price under $20, it’s an absolute steal compared to its physical counterpart.

Todd McFarlane. Batman. Scarcity. You already know. 🦇🔥

🕷️ Amazing Spider-Man #78 (1969) – Digital Secret Rare

📖 First appearance of the Prowler (Hobie Brown)
🔒 Only 80 Secret Rare minted
💰 Currently selling for just $69
📈 CGC 9.8 physical copy recently valued at $5,500

This Silver Age key introduced the Prowler, a character gaining momentum thanks to Spider-Verse and broader Marvel buzz. The digital Secret Rare variant, with a tiny mint count of just 80, is a steal compared to its physical counterpart.

With Hobie Brown becoming a fan-favorite, this could easily become one of those "why didn’t I grab it when it was cheap?" moments.

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🔥 Upcoming Heat

From new comic drops to limited-edition collectibles and platform launches, this is where we preview what’s about to pop off. Whether you’re looking to rip, mint, or flip—these are the plays to watch this week 👇

🧨 Detective Comics #1096 (DC)

📅 Drops: April 16, 2025 – 💵 $4.99
📌 Ram V’s brooding run continues as Gotham gets darker and more unpredictable. Perfect for fans of noir-style Batman stories.

🦸 Nightwing #125 (DC)

📅 Drops: April 16, 2025 – 💵 $4.99
📌 A milestone issue! Expect character growth, callbacks, and possibly some heat on the secondary market if any surprises land.

⚡ Absolute Flash #2 (DC)

📅 Drops: April 16, 2025 – 💵 $4.99
📌 Following the high-selling debut, issue #2 of this oversized, prestige format title could pick up speed with collectors and readers alike.

🐺 Ultimate Wolverine #4 (Marvel)

📅 Drops: April 16, 2025 – 💵 $4.99
📌 Jonathan Hickman’s Ultimate universe reboot continues! With Wolverine at the center, this one has major long-term potential.

🦇 Batman / Superman: World’s Finest #38 (DC)

📅 Drops: April 16, 2025 – 💵 $3.99
📌 Mark Waid keeps delivering a pitch-perfect blend of old-school energy and modern storytelling. A consistent fan-favorite run.

🎁 Giveaway Winner of the Week

Every week, we run a giveaway to show love to our amazing community—and this week’s winner is…

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📈 Top Trending NFT Projects of the Week

Every week, we track the top-performing NFT projects based on volume, floor price, and momentum. Here's who dominated the charts this week:

🧱 CryptoPunks

💰 Floor: 42.50 ETH
📊 Change: 0%
The OGs hold steady. Punk 3100’s $6M sale this week kept all eyes on this historic collection.

🏛 Courtyard.io

💰 Floor: < 0.01 WETH
📈 Change: +18.7%
Massive week for tokenized physical collectibles. With burn mechanics and real-world value, Courtyard’s momentum is undeniable.

🐧 Pudgy Penguins

💰 Floor: 9.37 ETH
📈 Change: +2.6%
Steady climb as Pudgy World rolls out and licensing deals expand. A brand that's becoming much more than a PFP.

🦍 Bored Ape Yacht Club

💰 Floor: 14.30 ETH
📈 Change: +1.1%
Still elite. BAYC continues its slow grind upward with rumors of new utility and events on the horizon.

🧬 Mutant Ape Yacht Club

💰 Floor: 2.41 ETH
📉 Change: -1.8%
MAYC dips slightly, but remains a top entry point into the Yuga ecosystem. Could be a buy-the-dip opportunity for believers.

🧠 That’s a Wrap for This Week!

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