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5 stars out of 5
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Super Cool Gift Idea

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Sports History By Mail Subscription

Created by Ari Siegel

Give your favorite sports fan a peek into history with this 6 month subscription of fascinating replicas of the real patents for inventions that changed the game.

$42.00 - $74.00

Great gift Sports history Monthly delivery Unique item Thoughtful design Exciting content

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What Makes It Uncommon

Can you imagine golf with no tees? Or baseball without a glove? Probably not, but our favorite sports didn’t always have the same indispensable gear—someone had to invent it. This 6-month gift subscription treats superfans to some inside baseball (and football, and surfing, and skiing, and…) with remarkable replicas of real patents for iconic inventions that literally changed the game.

  • Each month, your giftee will receive a reproduction of the original patent for an essential piece of sports equipment.
  • Inside every mailing, they’ll find a replica of the real historical document from the U.S. Patent Office, printed on high-quality paper with every word and illustration rendered in painstaking detail.
  • Accompanying context pages share the story behind the invention and shed light on the colorful background of our best-loved pastimes.
  • The first mailing arrives via UPS to ensure swift delivery, and the following mailings arrive by USPS First Class Mail.
  • Designed and printed in Illinois.

Giving this as a gift? Download and email, or print and give this card to your recipient to let them know their subscription is on the way.

created by

Ari Siegel

Ari Siegel has always loved how history comes alive when you approach it right. He grew up listening to stories from his WWII-veteran grandfathers, went on to work at the US Capitol, where he gave tours to guests, then gained an even deeper appreciation when he started checking out historical documents at the Library of Congress archives. With History by Mail, he hopes to share the excitement of holding something meaningful about our nation’s past in your own hands.

This item ships directly from the maker. If you order today your item will ship no later than 6/24/2025.

Items that are made to order or oversized can't be sent in a Gift Box. Instead, you can include your Gift Message on the shipment's packing slip.  At this time, this item cannot be shipped to APO/FPO addresses, or to U.S. Territories including Minor Outlyling Islands. Contact custom@uncommongoods.com with any questions.

This item is not available to ship outside of the U.S. See International FAQ for more info.

Made from

paper

Measurements

9.5” L x 4.125” W x 0.05" H

Care

Lay flat, keep dry

Notes

Your first document will be mailed a week after placing an order. The subsequent documents will be mailed on the 15th of each month.

Please Note: Letters that have already shipped are not subject to return. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, you can cancel your subscription at any time for a refund on the months you have not yet received.

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55848

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  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Lyss K.
  • verified reviewer
  • Chatham, NY

Great gift

A perfect gift for any sports fan or history buff! Each month, they'll receive an exciting and intriguing piece of history right in their mailbox—something to look forward to and treasure.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • bri
  • verified reviewer
  • kansas city

perfect gift

I got this for my dad who "never wants anything." He was so excited when he opened it, and it happened that the first documentation was from our home state! He was beyond pleased with the gift and I'm excited that I found something special for him.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Grateful Daughter
  • verified reviewer
  • Kansas City, MO

SUCH a great gift for the person who has everything!

I purchased this for my dad for Father's Day. He's really difficult to buy for since he generally buys whatever he wants/needs for himself. He LOVED this gift and shared several of the things he learned about after he received his first mailing. I haven't seen him this excited about a gift from me in a long while. :)

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Sarahj99$
  • verified reviewer
  • Boston,MA

An amazing gift for my dad!

My dad loves sports and this was an amazing gift for Father's Day, he thinks it's really cool and original and likes he get to learn more about all sports, even ones he's not super in to. Thanks Uncomman Goods!

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Hayne
  • verified reviewer
  • Santa Fe, NM

Great gift for a sports fans

This was the second gift of its kind that I gave to a friend. He's a sports fan and a history buff and loves getting these mailings monthly. It's the gift that keeps on giving for 6 months!

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Jane
  • verified reviewer
  • Maryland

Great for sports and history fan

My son in law loves history and sports…this was the perfect gift! Delivered on time and easy to order

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Madison
  • verified reviewer
  • Buffalo, NY

Great gift for sports and history fans

Bought this gift for my Dad and after the first month he is already looking forward to the next piece of sports history he will receive. Well worth it already

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Betsy Believer
  • verified reviewer
  • The great Northwest

Happy choice

This is a gift and the giftee is enjoying receiving the information. He is a sports and history buff making this unique item a perfect gift.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Emily
  • verified reviewer
  • Florida

Super Cool Gift Idea

My husband is a big sports and history buff, so this was the perfect gift for him! We really enjoyed all the details that were put into the letters, from the aesthetically pleasing envelope to the typewriter style font to the sports diagrams. The delivery is timely each month and we look forward to learning new facts. A great gift idea for any sports or history fan! #sweepstakes

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • AGB
  • verified reviewer
  • Austin, TX

Great gift for a dad!

My dad isn't a big reader, cook, tinker-er, etc. Not much to go off of except sports! But then that leaves me with getting him (yet another) clothing item or desk decor item with his favorite sports logo on it. Until I found this sports history subscription! I feel like it goes past the surface level of how fun it is for him to watch and play sports, and it gives him more of the "how did we get here?" and "where did this come from?" perspective that allows for a new appreciation. I would highly recommend this to anyone who's itching for a more original, unique, and thoughtful gift for the sports lover in their life. #sweepstakes

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  • undisclosed

Are the items in the envelope (the patent papers) standard 8.5" x 11"?

Verified reply from Iriscelis

Yes, the letters will be sent in a standard envelope. The initial letter ships via UPS and all subsequent installments ship via USPS.

  • undisclosed

What sports are included in this subscription? Thanks!

Verified reply from Thaicha

This 6-month gift subscription treats fans to some inside baseball, football, surfing, and skiing,

  • Albuquerque, NM

If we order today, does it shop immediately, or when the monthly shipment comes around? When should I order for Christmas?

Verified reply from Thaicha

Your first document will be mailed a week after placing an order. The subsequent documents will be mailed on the 15th of each month. The first mailing arrives via UPS to ensure swift delivery, and the following mailings arrive by USPS First Class Mail.

  • undisclosed

Is there a way to change the delivery address mid-way through? I'm hoping to purchase this as a gift, but the recipient is moving in 5 months.

Verified reply from Jen

Yes! The delivery address can be changed mid way through for the Sports History by Mail Subscription. We just have to hear from you before the 25th of each month with your change.

  • undisclosed

Can I change the shipping address part way through the subscription? The recipient is currently here for the winter but then will be at a different address before the subscription is done.

Verified reply from Jen

Yes you can, we require updated request before the 25th of each month. After the 25th, we cannot guarantee that the address will be updated for that month

  • IL

Is this listing for a 3-month subscription or 6-month? There is an image that says 3-month, but all of the text describing it says 6-months.

Verified reply from Itamar

Hello! We're sorry about the confusion! Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We have fixed the issue. This is a 6 month subscription.

This gift is great for ...

  • Sports Fans Who Love History

  • Couples Who Enjoy Sports Together

  • Friends Who Appreciate Unique Gifts

  • Adults Who Collect Memorabilia

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