How do I sell a large collection of baseball cards?
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How do I sell a large collection of baseball cards?
You can auction them yourself on eBay, sell them to a local card shop or dealer, or go to an auction house and have it sell the cards as one big lot. But before you start selling, it’s best to take stock of what you have to see which cards are more valuable than others.
Are old baseball cards still worth money?
Normally, the older a baseball card is the more likely it will have higher value. For example, common 1909 T206 cards are worth something while many common cards printed in the 1980’s are not. A 1963 Topps Pete Rose is worth more than a 1983 Topps Pete Rose. And so on.
What is the best way to sell my sports cards?
Places to Sell Sports Cards
- eBay. eBay is one of the go-to marketplaces for trading cards of all types, including sports cards.
- Dave & Adams.
- SlabStox.
- 4. Facebook Groups.
- Craigslist.
- Card Shows.
- Beckett.
- Sports Card Shops.
How do I get my baseball card collection appraised?
To get an appraisal, submit your card(s) for PSA grading and, once graded, submit them for appraisal services. Since the PSA will only appraise items that it has certified, the organization’s authenticity and accuracy are valid in a court of law and for insurance purposes.
What do I do with my old baseball cards?
Another way to dispose of commons and still get some financial return is to donate them to an organization with federal tax-exempt status like Goodwill. They will take your cards no questions asked and give you a tax-deductible receipt.
What baseball cards from the 1970s are worth money?
Top 1970s Baseball Rookie Cards Based on Value
- 1971 Topps Bert Blyleven RC #26.
- 1973 Topps Mike Schmidt, Ron Cey and John Hilton RC #615.
- 1970 Topps Thurman Munson and Dave McDonald RC #189 with Dave McDonald.
- 1971 Topps Dusty Baker, Don Baylor and Tom Paciorek RC #709.
- 1975 Topps George Brett RC #228.
How do you get baseball cards appraised?
To find a reputable baseball card appraiser in your area, ask if the sports card store you frequent does appraisals or if they can refer you to a reputable appraiser. Another way to find a baseball card appraiser is going to sports card shows. They generally have appraisers in attendance.
How much does it cost to get a baseball card collection appraised?
For the card appraisal service, pricing starts at $200 for a value of $2,000 minimum, up to $1,000 for a value of $100,000+. To get started with a PSA appraisal, create a free account and submit your items for grading.
How do you get rid of a baseball card collection?
Sell Your Vintage Sports Cards For Cash
- Look for stats, manufacturer, and copyright date.
- Use Google to figure out the year (and brand)
- Determine what era your cards are from.
- Identify the stars of your collection.
- Store your cards safely.
- Selling on eBay.
- Selling on Craigslist.
- Selling to a dealer.