Host Tom Ruggie sits down with Joe Orlando, Executive Vice President of Sports at Heritage Auctions, to explore the world of iconic sports memorabilia, record-breaking auctions, and the strategies behind curating meaningful, high-value collections. From the $24.1M Babe Ruth jersey to disciplined collecting tactics, this episode offers rare insights for collectors passionate about preserving history and building legacies.
In this episode of the Significance of Wealth, host Tom Ruggie engages in a captivating conversation with Joe Orlando, Executive Vice President of Sports at Heritage Auctions and one of the most respected names in the world of high-value sports memorabilia. Together, they explore the fascinating intersection of passion and investment that defines the art of collecting.
Joe shares unparalleled insights into the market for iconic sports memorabilia, including the record-breaking $24.1M Babe Ruth jersey and other legendary pieces, such as Willie Mays game-used bats and the treasures featured in Heritage’s upcoming Platinum Night Auction.
The discussion goes beyond the items themselves, delving into the strategies that sophisticated collectors use to curate meaningful, high-value collections. From preserving historical significance to the importance of disciplined decision-making, this episode provides a rare glimpse into how auctions and collecting create both personal and financial legacies.
Explore the incredible world of collectibles at Heritage Auctions. Don’t forget to check out upcoming auctions, including the February Platinum Night, for once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to own legendary pieces of history. Keep up with the Significance of Wealth podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you get your podcasts.
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