Minor League vs. Major League Game Used Items

[geoff]

I like both but I do think Minor League Items are more Rare then Major League Items.I guess it would depend on The Player.

Thanks
Geoff

[gingi79]

The key to my answer is: Recycling. Even great minor league players had their jerseys used by other players before and/or after they used it. So finding a minor league shirt with a guys name attached is difficult. Determining who added the wear is also difficult.

For example: Lets say one of my favorite players, Larry Jones, wears a jersey for the Durham Bulls. Kid was a number 1 draft pick but until he proves himself, he's just a kid with potential. He does well and moves up the minors. In all likelihood, some other kid gets his jersey as this is the early 90's. Off comes the Jones nameplate one goes the Smith. Our player makes the big club and wouldn't you know it? Has a HOF career with my favorite team and will most likely have his number retired one day.

Now I ask you? Would you rather have his Braves jersey? or "Chipper" Jones' Durham Bulls?

Now he was a highly rated prospect and still I have NEVER seen his Bulls jersey made available for sale. I've seen a ton of Atlanta and even a Gwinnett (I Believe, could have been Rome) but no Durham.

Coincidentally, I'd trade a lot of quality Braves merchandise for it if someone does know where it is

[yanks12025]

Sorry for changing the question alittle but what do you guys think of high school used material.

[Manram]

Minor league is rarer in my opinion. But personally, i like major league items more

[LastingsMilledge85]

Minors gear is scarce, but I think it's the major league gear that brings in the money. That's at least with the player I collect, and from what I have seen from others.

[drizer7]

Thanks everybody. I guess it's really based upon personal preference when collecting. Your thoughts are much appreciated!!

[ryantex]

gingi79: a Chipper Jones Durham Bulls jersey sold in an auction about 4 years ago. I doubt the guy who bought it is willing to sell it. If so, I would pay big money for that one.

Regarding minor league items...I personally do not collect items just because an item will increase in value. I like unique, rare items. For that reason, I really like minor league game used equipment.