Wrestling Memorabilia | Collectibles & Collectors Items

Wrestling is a historical sport which has been practised for centuries. Sport wrestling has been an Olympic sport for well over a hundred years. Nowadays, wrestling has become a highly entertaining form of sport watched by millions around the world. It has spawned superstars, both male and female, who are adored by wrestling fans everywhere. Items of memorabilia linked to such celebrated wrestlers are extremely sought-after by fans and collectors. Items of clothing which have been worn by wrestling stars who have passed away are in even greater demand as they are considered to be a good investment.

Popular Items of Wrestling Memorabilia
Most wrestling memorabilia collectors are interested mainly in signed or autographed items. Memorabilia which is in high demand are those which have featured in exciting wrestling matches. These are examples of the types of items hunted down by collectors worldwide:

Action Figures and Collectible Toys
Wrestling Clothing of all kinds
Original Wrestling Promotional Posters
Trading Cards
Stickers
Wrestling Press Kits
Original Wrestling Programmes
Original Wrestling Tickets
Signed and Framed limited edition Presentations
Signed and Framed limited edition Photographs
Wrestling Books and Magazines
Commemorative Books
Wrestling Autographs

Places to buy Wrestling Memorabilia
These are suggestions of some of the best places to visit when looking for wrestling memorabilia.

Wrestling Memorabilia Auctions
Large online auction houses have many interesting items -- there is almost always a huge variety of treasures to browse through offered by private and business sellers all over the world. Another useful place to try is a specialist online auction website. These websites are ideal as they are usually qualified and licensed businesses committed to selling a wide range of wrestling memorabilia. There are online auctions as well as public sporting auctions which are held periodically across towns and cities in the UK and overseas. Specialist sports memorabilia auctioneers can give you advice and valuations on any of your wrestling collectibles. Many collectors enjoy the entertaining atmosphere of an auction. It is especially enjoyable if you are successful in your bids and end up winning the item you desire! You can find dates, times and venues of sporting memorabilia auctions on the websites. Your local newspaper will also be able to provide you with details of any general antique auctions happening near you.

Mail Order and Specialist Wrestling Memorabilia Websites
Many mail order and boxing memorabilia companies conduct their business on the internet. The internet allows you to log onto your computer, browse through the goods on offer and if you wish, purchase the item that you need or desire. Moreover, the internet enables you to buy wrestling memorabilia from shops that are located anywhere in the world! If buying from a mail order company, you can post, telephone or fax through your order to a customer services team who will despatch your order to you.
Here are a few essential vital tips to consider if shopping online:
Protect yourself from credit card fraud by using a secure website.
The Distance Selling Directive allows you to return your goods within 7 working days from the date of purchase.
Further protect yourself by organising appropriate insurance to cover any damage or loss to the items, particularly if they are being shipped from a foreign country.

Wrestling Memorabilia Collectors' Clubs
Currently the vast majority of these collectors clubs exist on the internet. Joining and belonging to a collectors club is a terrific idea. These clubs serve their members by creating a vibrant online community. They provide the opportunity to come together online, to chat, leave messages and socialise with fellow-hobbyists. Many of these collectors clubs publish online magazines and newsletters. Many have online shops or e-shops, where collectors can buy, sell and value their wrestling memorabilia.

Publications and Websites
Here is a small selection of magazines, both online and printed, that may carry advertisements selling boxing memorabilia. Some are specific wrestling titles while others are concerned with the hobby of collecting. Do not be put off by subscribing to titles which may be published abroad -- it is so easy to get hold of any item nowadays using the internet!
Pro-Wrestling Illustrated
Wrestling USA Magazine
Collectibles Magazine

Another suggestion is to scan the websites of the British Wrestling Association, World Wrestling Entertainment Inc. (WWE) or World Wrestling Federation (WWF) including the websites of the more established local and regional wrestling clubs in the UK . These websites may have useful links to other websites which specialise in wrestling memorabilia.

Classifieds
Listings in the printed and online versions of classifieds and directories can also be a useful resource to find unusual items of memorabilia.

Proof of Authenticity of Signed Wrestling Memorabilia
It is widely-recognized that the authenticity of any item of memorabilia purchased is paramount. Before you pay out for any signed item, ensure the following:
Does the item come with a Certificate Of Authenticity?
Does the item come from a trusted dealer?
Does the item have a unique serial number?

It is perfectly acceptable to buy replica items as long as you are not tricked by the seller into thinking that you are buying a genuine article.