We are now also on Pinterest! We have many new products, lowered shipping, better pricing, WEEKLY DEAL SPECIALS, wholesale pricing, bonus points and more! When was the last time you took a good look at the website? You can even find HOW TO video clips!

Davy Crockett's Almanack of Mystery, Adventure and The Wild West: "The Diamond Wager" by Samuel Dashiell (Hammett?) ...

Davy Crockett's Almanack of Mystery, Adventure and The Wild West: "The Diamond Wager" by Samuel Dashiell (Hammett?) ...: Editor's Note: This story appeared in the October 19, 1929 issue of Detective Fiction Weekly , and is believed to have been written by...

COMIC and RECORD Convention Info

Hi, all! Well I know it's the dead of winter, but convention season will soon be starting. There are conventions of nearly every kind going on all over, but as Spring approaches, it will soon blossom into full blown convention season~
For those of you looking for shows, we have several shows listed on our website under the "LINKS" tab. We post these banner ads for free, and we also try to promote shows as often as possible through other media venues such as Twitter and Facebook...for FREE as well! There are also great links available online such as www.recordshowsofamerica.com and several others.
However, if you ARE a show promoter of a comic, pulp, vinyl record, postcard or nearly any other type of collectible show, you may want to inquire about our FREE show promotion package. We do a lot to help promote your show, and the fantastic new is that the basic promo package is entirely free! Yes, I did say FREE and we mean it. All you need to do is send us an email or call 800-767-2247 and find out how!
We hope to have a great season this year, and we hope you will keep checking onto our blog to see new and updated info! Thanks, and HAPPY COLLECTING~www.bagsunlimited.com

What's New for the New Year?

Bags Unlimited has been working on a lot of things....bringing new and exciting products to the table, lowering some pricing, adding the WEEKLY DEALS, and soon, "HOW TO" videos. This is very exciting! Collecting is an art. There is a way to do it, then there are untold numbers of ways NOT to do it. It can be a challenge for some, and we want to try to take the challenge out of it for you! So, keep your eyes peeled! We will be adding videos soon, but in the interim, you can always call our customer support team! We're only a phone call or email away! *Be sure to stay in the loop and make sure we have your email address! Happy Collecting!

Comic Books A-Z

WOW! Ever wanted a list of comics with details? This is the place, folks. Credit goes to About (dot) com, but highly recommended.

Stan Lee Turns 90!

Stan Lee Turns 90!
Read the article on Stan Lee. It's amazing (as in AMAZING SPIDER MAN) that Stan Less is 90 and still going strong..maybe comics keep us young!

5 Most Valuable Collectibles

Collectibles For Adults By Alexis Brunswick Ads by Google Dewitt Antique & Jewelry We buy gold and silver for more. Proven to pay the most locally! dewittantiquejewelryandcoin.com Chegg #1 Textbook Rentals Rent Textbooks & Do The Right Thing Save $500+ And We Plant a Tree www.Chegg.com Drop Ship Wholesaler Access 1,500,000 Drop Ship Products You Sell, We Mail—It's That Simple. www.Doba.com Collectibles are defined as objects of a type that is valued or sought after by collectors. There are so many types of collectibles that it would be impossible to list them all in one article, but some of the more popular ones are definitely worth taking a look at. Whether you've decided to start collecting objects for pure interest or for monetary purposes, there are many benefits for collectors. Below you will find a list of the most popular and most valuable collectibles among adults today: 1. Comic Books. Comic books have always been a very popular collectible. Back in the early 1900's, most comic books were purchased for values between ten and fifteen cents. Many of those same comic books have been sold for hundreds of thousands of dollars today and some are said to be worth more. Not a bad payout if you ask us. The world's most valuable comic book is Action Comics #1 (June 1938) which had a cover price of 10 cents at the time of publish. Its present worth is estimated at $350,000. 2. Sports Cards. Much like comic books, sports cards can potentially be very valuable pieces in a collector's portfolio. Some of the most popular baseball and hockey cards have been sold for hundreds of thousands of dollars and some have estimated worths of more than a million dollars. The most valuable baseball card of all time, the Honus Wagner card from 1909, was sold in 2007 for a whopping 2.8 million dollars. 3. Stamps. Believe it or not, stamps are extremely valuable collectibles. The world's most valuable stamp is said to be the unique 1857 'Tre Skilling Banco Swedish stamp. This stamp was reportedly auctioned off for 2.8 million Swiss Francs, which works out to 2.3 million US dollars. Who knew a tiny stamp could hold such a large value? 4. Coins. Coins remain one of the most sought after collectibles in the world. Many people spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on coins that were originally worth less than a dollar. The most valuable coin in the world is the 1933 Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle. This coin had a face value of $20 but was purchased at an auction in July of 2002 for an unbelievable $7.6 million dollars. 5. Dolls. Much like baseball cards and comic books for men, collectible dolls are a huge interest for many women. And while unopened Barbie dolls and porcelain dolls can be extremely valuable, the Swiss-made bird trainer doll (also known as the six million dollar doll) is the most expensive doll in the world with an estimated worth of 6 million dollars. The second most valuable doll is said to be worth a mere 230,000 by comparison. We hope you've enjoyed our article on the most popular - and most valuable - collectibles for adults. Who knows, maybe one day you'll sell your collectibles for millions of dollars.

NEW! TOP LOADER SHOW BOX!

**NEW** Introducing Bags Unlimited's 
11 x 17 TOP LOADER SHOW BOX

Outside dimension (with lid):19-5/8 x 14 x 8-5/8" (H x W x D);
Outside dimension (no lid): 19-1/2 x 13-1/4 x 8-1/4"
Inside dimension (no lid): 19-1/4 x 12-3/4 x 8"

Holds up to 128 filled top loaders 
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SKU: x1117

Drawn Together by Art with Aline Crumb

Author Q&A: Drawn Together by Art with Aline Crumb
Crumb fan? you will definitely want to read this.
If you're a collector, check out our sleeves for this as well!
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THIS WEEK'S WEEKLY DEALS!!!!! 20% OFF!!!

Flip-Top Shelf File

10 x 4 x 7" This 60 pt. archival blue-gray barrier board is for indefinite-term storage. It is acid-free, lignin-free, has a pH of 8.0-9.0 and is buffered with a 3% calcium carbonate buffer. Reinforced metal corners. Museum grade archival. Holds up to 16  1/4" thick National Geographic Magazines.
Base SKU:	xsf1047bb

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ALL ABOUT POSTCARDS

As postcards became the quickest, easiest way to send a greeting or note around 1898, they also made the perfect vehicle for a joke. A postcard back has just enough space for an illustration and a zinger, and the sender had the pleasure of knowing they’d just delivered a smile—or a guffaw. Some comic postcards were political in nature, mocking a political candidate, the suffrage movement, or the enemy during a war. Others featured favorite characters from the newspaper funny pages. Some of these familiar comic-strip icons, like Buster Brown, were employed in postcards sent out as witty advertisements. Still others contained racy or risque jokes or racist caricatures of African Americans. By the elections of 1900, postcards were becoming an acceptable means of sending out campaign propaganda, and particularly jabs against rival candidates. However, it was during t... FUN READ! THANKS COLLECTOR WEEKLY!

Original Puzzles From Jaymar Puzzle Company! Makes a Great Gift!

These handsome, uncut DISNEY PUZZLE SHEETS were created in the early 1990's by Jaymar Puzzles in Rochester, NY. The designs were created by actual Disney artists and purchased by Jaymar to convert into puzzles. The colors are vibrant and the images have excellent detail. They are available in either UNFRAMED or FRAMED format: UNFRAMED uncut puzzles come matted, with a corrugated backing and enclosed in a crystal clear polypropylene sleeve. FRAMED uncut puzzles have the following specifications: Black 1-1/4" wood frame; Black mat 1/16" thick, pH neutral and a 3% calcium carbonate buffer; Crystal clear acrylic front glazing, .093" thick; Corrugated backing. NOTE: Click on drop-down to see pricing of unframed puzzle sheets. $4.00 small order charge will apply to unframed, uncut sheet pricing if order total is under $25.00.

Exciting Gifts and Gift Certificates For That Special Collector

http://www.bagsunlimited.com/c-469-gift-certificates.aspx Bags Unlimited Gift Certificate Order in increments of $5.00 We'll issue your Gift Certificate for the dollar amount you specify. We'll send it directly to the recipient or mail it to you... just let us know! Enter recipient's address in 'ship to' portion of order form, or in comments section of order form if ordering more than just the gift certificate. All Certificates come in a Gift Envelope. Don't wait until the last minute - but if you do... air shipments are available through Christmas Eve Day! http://www.bagsunlimited.com/c-20-gift-ideas.aspx

OVERSTOCK SALE ON COMIC SLEEVES~

**OVERSTOCK SALE** Sale expires 10/30/2012 6-7/8 x 10-3/8" 1.2 mil POLYPROPYLENE 1-1/2" Flap Fits 1973-Current Comics PRICED RIGHT~ READY TO ROLL! Get them before they are gone!!!!!

HOW WILL SLEEVES PROTECT MY COLLECTIBLE?

Twitter / BagsUnlimited1: Polypropylene COMIC BAGS. 1.2mil. ...
Why do you need sleeves for comics? Well, time has a way of damaging everything....dust, dirt, oil, sun, and plain old time slowly causes chemical damage to most everything...ever see a really old wooden chair that has not been taken care of? It loses luster and can become brittle, and even moldy. Well, paper is much the same...over time it oxidizes, colors change and fade, and pages become brittle. That kind of damage can mean the difference in hundreds of dollars~It's easy to prevent time from ravaging your collectibles, and if you're on a budget, these sleeves ought to cover you!

PRODUCTS YOU Are interested in!

Hi, there! Although Bags Unlimited has been manufacturing for decades, we're always interested in knowing what YOU would like to see in our catalog. If you're not sure what we do, then I invite you to take a look at We also have a packaging division where we print...on almost anything..that website is: We have a plethora of cool stuff there, from bags to totes to T-shirts and more! We do many things you may not be aware of: Labels Bags (printed and non, paper and plastic) T-Shirts Yard Signs and so much more the list is too long to print! If you need samples, just give us a call! Or send us an email: customercare@bagsunlimited.com or 800-767-2247. We also off a SHOW PROMOTION PACKAGE~ It's FREE! check for more details. Are you a jeweler and need displays? We've got 'em! Greeting card maker? We have stuff for that too! Oh, yeah...we DO have everything you need for COMICS, RECORDS, POSTERS, POSTCARDS, DVD'S, CD'S, PERIODICALS, NEWSPAPERS, PHOTOGRAPHS, BOOKS, even license plates! Yup! So, if you thought we only made bags, we invite you to find out more about us today! Ask about bomus points, wholesale pricing, and more. Hope to see you soon! Thanks! The Bags Unlimited Team

NEW SLEEVES FOR COMIC ART

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Sleeves for Single Cards - A9

5-15/16 x 8-3/4"
1.5 mil POLYPROPYLENE with resealable flap.
Holds 1 A9 greeting card with envelope.
Reseal tape is located on the FLAP

This is only ONE of MANY new products we have for art and graphic artists and comic art, etc. You won't know what's new unless you visit. I promise, we really do have something for everyone.

Sketch Card Holder
 SCREWDOWN with BLACK BORDER
2-1/2 x 3-1/2" recessed card area
3-1/2 x 4-1/2 x 1/4" o.d.
Crystal-clear, no PVC, acid-free material
Display cards vertically or horizontally
SKU: a81199sktcd

Just a couple of MANY new and exciting products...wholesale is available.

GET YOUR COUPON DISCOUNT CODES

Some people have been asking how do they get the coupon codes for discounts? Well, I have an answer for all you who have been waiting. Twice a year we do a great undertaking and send out a mass email. In that email you will find coupons codes for discounts, and updates on product info and other information that you may need to know.
Remember, the wholesale guidelines are posted on the website, and we do offer free samples upon request, and we WHOLLY support SHOWS and CONVENTIONS for collectors of almost every kind! * Ask for details.
Contact us by phone 800-767-2247, or by email to customercare@bagsunlimited.com and ask to put on the customer list. We do not sell or divulge your email to anyone.
*ALSO: some people order under two names! It's good to let us know so we can combine them (yet keep them separate if need be) so you can get your bonus points! Remember, bonus points add up to a 10% discount!