Following The Prop Blog's exclusive article (see: ‘Rocky’ Boxing Gloves from Profiles in History’s Hollywood Auction 44 Not Authentic?) regarding Profiles in History and the alleged Rocky (1976) … [Read more...]
Profiles in History Supplies “Letter of Authenticity” on Rocky Boxing Gloves
April 22, 2011 By 3 Comments
‘Rocky’ Boxing Gloves from Profiles in History’s Hollywood Auction 44 Not Authentic?
April 13, 2011 By 5 Comments
One of the big ticket items being promoted by Profiles in History for their upcoming Hollywood Auction 44 are a pair boxing gloves allegedly worn by Sylvester Stallone in "Rocky" (1976). Word of … [Read more...]
eBay Listing Unveils Potentially Critical Profiles in History Error
February 27, 2011 By 4 Comments
Why does it take bloggers and private collectors to uncover simple mistakes that should be realized by an auction house long before they collect big fat paychecks? It's an issue that's constantly … [Read more...]
Profiles in History to Hold Debbie Reynolds Auction(s) Beginning in May
January 7, 2011 By 6 Comments
I can hear Joe Maddalena now: "It's iconic!" Yes, that saying has been beaten like a dead horse, but in this particular instance it may be fitting. Come May of this year, Profiles in History … [Read more...]
An Industry Retrospective: The Biggest Stories of 2010
December 31, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Today is the day that 2010 finally comes to an end. For the vast majority of us, it's been a wild ride. Some of us are happy to see it go, while many others wish their good fortune could continue. … [Read more...]
SyFy Renews Not-So-Reality TV Show Hollywood Treasure
November 20, 2010 By 4 Comments
With an average of 1.229 million viewers over the last three weeks, the 0.9 rating (down from the 1.10 debut rating) was enough for SyFy to renew their not-so-reality TV show Hollywood Treasure for a … [Read more...]
Joe Maddalena to Appear on SyFy’s “Ghost Hunters Live” Halloween Night
October 30, 2010 By 1 Comment
It's not exactly prop-related news, but it appears that Profiles in History CEO Joe Maddalena is making the rounds these days. In addition to his day job at PiH and his new television series … [Read more...]
Hollywood Treasure Premieres: Instant Reaction
October 28, 2010 By 6 Comments
If you're a serious collector, fan of this industry or even a competitor of Profiles in History, there is no doubt you were watching SyFy last night as they premiered the first two episodes of … [Read more...]
Lost Auction Buyers Will Have to Wait at Least One More Month for COA’s
October 26, 2010 By 11 Comments
Since the conclusion of the Official Lost Auction back in late August, there have been several complaints from buyers ranging from lost items to delayed shipping (see: Lost Auction Circus Continues: … [Read more...]
Reminder: ‘Hollywood Treasure’ Premieres on October 27th
October 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Two weeks from tonight on the SyFy channel, Profiles in History CEO Joe Maddalena will go from the man behind the mask to TV mini-star as "Hollywood Treasure" debuts. The back-to-back 30-minute … [Read more...]
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