Philadelphia 76ers Collecting and Fan Guide
Overview
The Philadelphia 76ers may not have seen much success in recent years, but three NBA titles and some of the biggest names in NBA history make the Sixers incredibly desirable for collectors.
The franchise got its start in 1946 as the Syracuse Nationals of the National Basketball League (NBL). Within a few seasons, the NBL merged with the Basketball Association of America to form the NBA. The Nationals would remain very competitive, winning a title in 1955, but as the league gave way to superstar-led teams, Syracuse began to fall behind their large market competition. However, the could still be counted on to make some noise in the playoffs.
In 1963, the Syracuse Nationals were purchased and moved to Philadelphia to replace the Philadelphia Warriors, who moved to San Francisco and would later become the Golden State Warriors. The new Philadelphia team was named the 76ers and wasted no time acquiring a superstar as they brought in Wilt Chamberlain from the Warriors. The team produced one of the most impressive overall seasons in 1966-67 and won the title with a roster featuring Chamberlain, Billy Cunningham, Hal Greer and Chet Walker.
Despite this success and plenty of elite players, the 76ers started to fall apart when the traded Wilt Chamberlain to the Lakers for very little in return. This would kick off nearly a decade of mediocrity. However, the team was able to acquire the contract for Julius Erving in 1976 and returned to NBA relevance. They later added Moses Malone and won their third title in 1983.
Charles Barkley was the next basketball star to lead the 76ers, but after eight years and no titles, he was traded to Phoenix. Since then, the team has seen a return to the finals in 2001 with their last true superstar, Allen Iverson, as well as posting one of the worst stretches in NBA history, when they lost 26 consecutive games during the 2013-14 season.
The Philadelphia 76ers have now been in rebuilding mode for several years, stockpiling picks and young talent. Collectors and fans hope that a few years down the road, these players will develop into stars and usher in a new period of dominant Sixers' basketball.
Collectors have plenty of options when it comes to merchandise and collectibles for the Philadelphia 76ers. Using the tabs above, check out the top Philadelphia 76ers’ players to collect, top merchandise and jersey options, autograph guide, game tickets and the most watched Philadelphia 76ers cards and memorabilia on eBay.
TTM Autographs
Another option for collectors looking to get autographs is TTM or "Through the mail." A complete guide to the process can be seen here: How to Get (Almost) Free Autographs Through the Mail.
Although it is not a lock, Philadelphia 76ers fans looking to take advantage of this can try their luck with current players and coaches using the following address:
"Insert Specific Player/Coach/Executive"
c/o Philadelphia 76ers
Wells Fargo Center
3601 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19148
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Fan Gear
Philadelphia 76ers Jerseys & Gear Guide
Looking for something to support your team? There are tons of options for Philadelphia 76ers’ fans across all budgets. Normal price ranges are noted when available. View a complete breakdown of the jersey options using our detailed NBA jersey guide.
Philadelphia 76ers Jersey Guide
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Philadelphia 76ers Signature Sneakers
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Allen Iverson
Philadelphia 76ers T-Shirts & Hats
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Cards
Philadelphia 76ers Basketball Card Guide
With one of the deepest lineups of former greats outside of Boston or Los Angeles, the Philadelphia 76ers present an impressive assortment of collecting options, including many Hall of Fame players. View cards for the top former and current members of the Sixers below.
Top Former Players & Coaches
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Other Philadelphia 76ers All-Time Greats
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Top Current Players
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Autographs
Philadelphia 76ers Autograph Guide
When shopping for autographed items, it is highly recommended to only purchased signed pieces that have been authenticated by a reputable company. Top options include PSA, JSA, Mounted Memories, UDA, Panini Authentic and Tristar.
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Signed Philadelphia 76ers Photographs
Signed Philadelphia 76ers Jerseys
Signed Philadelphia 76ers Sneakers
Signed Philadelphia 76ers Basketballs
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Tickets
Philadelphia 76ers Game Tickets
If you are looking for tickets to see the Philadelphia 76ers play, it might be an overwhelming experience. Luckily for fans, NBA teams play a ton of games, all over the country. After selecting a specific game, the first thing to decide is how much you want to spend and where you want to sit in the arena.
From there, it can get messy given all the choices for purchasing tickets. With that in mind, we have complied the best options for buying tickets. Simply follow the link to each ticket source for any available Philadelphia 76ers tickets. Be aware that the NBA regular season basically runs from November to April and the playoffs continue until mid-June.
Hot List
Philadelphia 76ers Hot List
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More Info
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hank laskowski
I have a world b. free card autographed , says ambassador of basketball, on back says Comcast Spectacor and http://www.sixers.com
wanting to sell it is this worth anything? I can scan and email u the pic if u need
thanks,
Hank