Vintage sports jerseys are all the rage - could you be sitting on mint?
Vintage sports jerseys, particularly those related to the Warriors, are seeing a surge in value as collectors and fans seek out rare items. Resale experts suggest that high demand during major sporting events can drive prices for these items into the thousands.
Why it matters
The trend reflects the growing market for sports memorabilia and the potential for everyday items to become significant financial assets.
It’s expected thousands of Kiwis could be “sitting on gold mines”, with valuable gems tucked away in wardrobes or garages.
Rebecca Bull Social Media Journalist 17 September 2026 8 min read Caption: Vintage Warriors jerseys are all the rage - could you be sitting on a winner? Photo credit: Quin Tauetau / RNZ Warriors fans are being stopped on game day with cash offers for the vintage jersey straight off their back, collectors say.
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