The Great Gravy Boat Store

Direct sports memorabilia can be defined as items which were directly used by some famous sports figure. It can include personal items like wine glasses, jackets, coffee mugs, toothbrush, pendants or videos. Even the items which were used in the sport that they were famous in like hand gloves, game balls and jerseys are included in this area. These items are as direct as they can get! It could also probably comprise of items made by some manufacturer but given a personal touch by the athelete like autographing on them. Even the items which the athelete promotes for a company and endorses it with asignature or so forms part of the direct sports memorabilia.

Although product sales have declined somewhat due to arrogant players or players getting negative publicity, there are still millions to be made because of an association between a material thing and the famous athlete.

Collections from golf greats such as Tiger Woods would include scorecards, golf balls, photos, flags, signed drivers, or signed and cancelled checks. Boxing items that would be popular include gloves, trunks, robes, boxing shoes, and speed bags. One famous boxer, George Foreman, went on to invent the popular tabletop grills which make eating healthier. A wrestling icon who has filled the stands and the pockets of those who sold memorabilia connected to him is Hulk Hogan. Being a gracious host to one of his number one fans, he even went so far as to invite the lucky recipient to his home for one-on-one time with the wrestler and his family.

A few of the well known companies which make direct contract with the athletes are: Upper Deck, Steiner Sports, and Mounted Memories, ALL Authentic, and Schwartz sports. Once an athlete has signed a contract with a company like this he is bound not to make contracts with any other individual as per the restrictions in the contract signed. These sellers and manufacturers have the authentic signing and can even show it as proof. The company is responsible of handling any signed items which are sold in direct relation to a particular athlete.

The contracts with such companies are not limited to just signatures but also extend to nicknames, initials, autographs, facsimile, voice, video, film potrayals, photo likeness and images. It may seem rude on the atheletes part when he refuses to sign an autograph but this could be because he is limited by the clause in his contract.

There is a possiblity of buying directly from promoters of such items on a presale basis. This entitles you to attend public signings, purchase from a company owned by the player or you can even invest in the company. For investments the short term returns sometimes go up to 20%.

PSA-DNA is a confirmation service that grades collectibles. You can present your article to them for substantiation. Stuff for example bats, baseballs, and even saddles can be genuine. Horses that race are also treated like royalty by adoring fans! I'd say a saddle is a direct collectible, wouldn't you?

Shop for brand name gravy boats below:

	Norpro Porcelain Gravy Sauce Boat with Stand and Candle List Price: $21.99 Sale Price: $15.99 Used From: $13.49
	Keep sauces and gravies warm with Norpro's Porcelain Gravy Sauce Boat with Warming Stand and included candle to ensure temperatures stay as desired. With its 2-cup (16-ounce) capacity, there is plenty of gravy to go around without needing frequent refills...

	Corelle Coordinates Enhancements Gravy Boat List Price: $21.99 Sale Price: $21.93 Used From: $19.39
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	BIA Whiteware Gravy Boat 16 Oz. List Price: $8.00 Sale Price: $7.49
	Solid, serviceable, can warm gravy in the microwave and present it at the table, it's an all around winner for serving gravy. You might also use it for serving other sauces.

	HIC 18-ounce Porcelain Gravy Boat with attached Saucer and Ladle Set List Price: $15.00 Sale Price: $14.46 Used From: $12.93
	Beautiful whitewares are versatile. They go with any décor and they spotlight your culinary creations. When you spend so much time preparing attractive and colorful dinners don’t lose them to pattern and color – place lovely tomato gravy in a blue gravy boat and you’re sure to stifle your guest’s delight and wonder of the colorful, and carefully prepared, gravy...

	Corelle Bamboo Leaf Gravy Boat List Price: $9.99 Sale Price: $9.99
	The Corelle Bamboo Leaf Gravy Boat is an accessory to the Corelle Bamboo Leaf Collection. The lovely green bamboo pattern is reminiscent of ocean breezes, cool tropics and lazy days. Perfect for a refined setting or everyday dining, the Bamboo Leaf Gravy Boat will prove to be both versatile and elegant...

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