Heritage Auctions Break Records Across Categories | Art News

Art News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 12, 2026 · 1m

Heritage Auctions smashed records in the first half of 2026, raking in over $1.4 billion—a 47% surge from last year and their highest midyear total ever. The boom isn’t just about traditional art or antiques; video games, trading cards, and comics are now major drivers, attracting a new generation of collectors. A sealed Super Mario Bros. sold for $3 million, a Pikachu Illustrator card hit $1.4 million, and complete Pokémon sets are crossing the million-dollar mark. Sports memorabilia also soared, with a Honus Wagner card fetching $3.6 million and a Michael Jordan card selling for $2.1…