Author: Chris Severs

by Chris Severs | September 26, 2023

Welcome Back, Friends! Several of my previous blogs delve into the many personal and professional reasons I Re-Sparked into collecting again after a ‘several’ year hiatus. Yet, one particularly important reason compelled me to write this article and share it with you,...

by Chris Severs | August 29, 2023

Did You AVOID THE INTERNET when it First Launched?  How'd that work out lately?  Are you now avoiding anything to do with Cryptocurrencies, Crypto-Assets, Blockchains, "Web3" or...Digital Collectibles (aka NFTs)? Over the past few weeks, I received many fantastic comments from people who have generously taken some...

by Chris Severs | August 18, 2023

In the lush jungles of pop culture, one franchise stands as a towering, prehistoric giant: Jurassic Park. From its inception in the early '90s, this iconic film series has captivated audiences with its blend of awe, wonder, and spine-tingling excitement. But it's not just the movies...

by Chris Severs | August 1, 2023

Yeah...I AM that old.  And proud of it! I remember Garbage Pail Kids physical trading cards.  I 'smoked' Popeyes Candy Cigarettes.  I was an OG Atari 2600 owner.  My friends & I scoured the house and street gutters in the hopes of finding quarters, then rode our...

by Chris Severs | July 18, 2023

VeVe's recent drop of Stan Lee's digital collectible (NFT) has raised eyebrows in the worlds of Marvel, comic and superhero collectors everywhere. VeVe, a leading platform in the NFT space, has successfully capitalized on the iconic status of Stan Lee, the legendary creator of Marvel superheroes....

by Chris Severs | July 10, 2023

Several readers have commented on prior articles about the safety of digital collecting, so I wanted to review some of the things you need to be cautious with, though I'm sure there could be more.  While blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize the way...

by Chris Severs | June 26, 2023

Do I prefer one over the other?  Hmmm...I've just bullseye'd a deeply loaded question right at my forehead! What if instead I asked, "Is Marvel Comics #1 The Most Important Comic EVER?"  Opinions will vary, but could getting in so early to the new digital asset (aka...

by Chris Severs | June 17, 2023

In the bustling metropolis of New York City, a masked figure has quietly patrolled the shadows, fighting crime and seeking justice.  No, it's not your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, but rather the sensational Daredevil!  As the news of Disney+ producing 18 thrilling episodes for Daredevil's highly anticipated...

by Chris Severs | May 19, 2023

Fancy serial numbers on dollar bills, coins, stamps, and comics can greatly increase the value of a collection. These unique numbers, often referred to as “fancy” or “special” serial numbers, can add a significant premium to the value of a piece. But what...

by Chris Severs | May 9, 2023

The thrill of collecting has existed for centuries, across galaxies, and boy did I have a BIG BAG of Star Wars figures, vehicles & action sets as a kid.  Recently, the RISE (in my best Palpatine welcoming-in Lord Vader voice) of digital collectibles...