What should I do with my old sports 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.
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Are old sport cards worth anything?

Normally, the older a baseball card is the more likely it will have higher value. There are many exceptions to this rule, too many to list, but in general this is true. For example, common 1909 T206 cards are worth something while many common cards printed in the 1980's are not.
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Should I throw out old baseball cards?

If you no longer want your sports card collection, you should consider sell baseball cards rather than throwing them away. If you have a big collection, it could take a lot of time and effort to try to sell it over the internet.
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What do you do with sports cards you don't want?

Sell Your Sports Cards and Memorabilia to Us.

Beyond eBay, collectors can sell (and buy) singles through Check Out My Cards (COMC) and Sportlots. 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.
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What sports cards are worth keeping?

25 baseball cards that are now worth a fortune
  • 1909-11 Honus Wagner T206 The Jumbo Wagner. ...
  • 1909-11 Ty Cobb Tobacco T-206 Ty Cobb Back. ...
  • 2009 Mike Trout Bowman Chrome Draft Red Refractor Autograph /5. ...
  • 1969 Reggie Jackson Topps RC #260 Dmitri Young Collection.
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Episode 52 - 5 Cool Ideas For Your Common Cards



How can I sell my sports cards?

15 Best Places to Sell Sports Cards
  1. Beckett.
  2. Blowout Forums.
  3. Card Shows.
  4. COMC.
  5. Dave & Adam's.
  6. eBay.
  7. Facebook Groups.
  8. Kruk Cards.
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Are sports cards worth collecting?

First and second-year cards can also have value because rookie cards may become very costly. Autographed baseball cards are also sought after because of their rarity. Players are paid to autograph cards, so there are not as many of them. More successful player have higher valued autographed baseball cards.
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How do I sell a large sports card collection?

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.
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Can you make money selling sports cards?

It is possible to make money buying and selling trading cards without following the game closely. However, you are definitely putting yourself at a disadvantage. So if you're not a fan, learn the basics of the pro game. Being able to talk baseball builds a lot of trust with both buyers and sellers.
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Why are 90s baseball cards worthless?

If you're looking to sell your late-80s and early-90s cards, you're not alone. The cards are worthless because nobody's buying. Don't blame the card shop owner for not wanting them. They won't be able to sell them, so if they take them off your hands, they're merely adding to a potential fire hazard.
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Where do you take old baseball cards?

Experts at your local card shop or sports memorabilia store can help appraise your item, as can those with auction houses like Heritage Auctions. Be wary of where you're selling, though. Some shops may offer you less than what the card is worth in order to make a profit on it.
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What is the best way to sell old baseball cards?

Best places to sell baseball cards
  1. eBay. EBay is one of the oldest online marketplaces that is still in operation today. ...
  2. Etsy. Another online platform to consider selling your baseball cards on is Etsy. ...
  3. Just Collect. ...
  4. Reddit. ...
  5. Dean's Cards. ...
  6. eBid. ...
  7. Bonanza. ...
  8. DA Card World.
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Are 90s basketball cards worth anything?

Your basketball cards can be worth anything from a few hundred dollars to millions of dollars. Looking at the 1990 cards above, the 97/ 98 UD Game Jersey Michael Jordan #GJ13 is worth a whopping $599,999.99, while the 1998 UD SP Authentic Michael Jordan #M4 is worth $22,575.
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Are any 90s baseball cards worth money?

1993 SP #279 Derek Jeter

This is the holy grail of 1990s baseball cards. Upper Deck released its super-premium SP product line during the same year that Topps (Finest) and Fleer (Flair) unveiled their own high-end set, but SP is the only one that contains a rookie card of New York Yankees superstar Derek Jeter.
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Are 90s football cards worth anything?

Just remember, many 1990 football cards are worth only a few bucks. And this list outlines the big hitters only. Tip: A valuable card from this decade has to be either a rare one with a limited print run or a card featuring a significant player who made an impact on the game while active in the NFL.
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What is the best way to sell trading cards?

You can fill out the form here.
  1. eBay. When it comes to selling cards, eBay is still the biggest and best marketplace out there. ...
  2. 2. Facebook. ...
  3. In Person at Shows and Markets. ...
  4. Sport Card and Hobby Shops. ...
  5. Private Card Aution Houses. ...
  6. StarStock.
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What Derek Jeter cards are worth money?

16 Most Valuable Derek Jeter Rookie Cards
  • 1993 SP #279. ...
  • 1992 Little Sun High School Prospects Auto. ...
  • 1993 Upper Deck #449 Gold Hologram. ...
  • 1992 Front Row Gold #55. ...
  • 1993 Topps Micro #98. ...
  • 1992 Classic Four Sport Autographs #231. ...
  • 1992 Fleer Pro Cards Gulf Coast Yankees. ...
  • 1993 Topps #98 Colorado Rockies Inaugural Year.
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How do I sell my 80s and 90s baseball cards?

Where Can I Sell My Baseball Cards?
  1. Sell Your Vintage Sports Cards for Cash. ...
  2. Sell on eBay. ...
  3. Compare Your Cards to Sold Prices. ...
  4. Auction House Option. ...
  5. Your 1980s and 90s Cards Aren't Likely Worth Much. ...
  6. Other Do-It-Yourself Selling Outlets.
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What can you do with 1980s baseball cards?

If you have cards issued after 1980, your best option is to keep them and enjoy them or donate the cards to charity and take the tax deduction. Unfortunately, there are only a few sets from after 1979 that Dean's Cards can purchase.
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What are Topps cards worth?

Top 10 Baseball Cards Worth Money Of All Time
  • T206 White Border Honus Wagner. ...
  • Topps #311 Mickey Mantle. ...
  • M101-5 and M101-4 Sporting News Babe Ruth Rookie Card. ...
  • T206 Ty Cobb Tobacco (Ty Cobb Back) ...
  • Baltimore News #9 Babe Ruth Pre Rookie Card. ...
  • T206 White Border Eddie Plank. ...
  • Bowman #253 Mickey Mantle Rookie Card.
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What sports cards are hot right now?

21 Sports Cards and Trading Cards That Helped Shape the Hobby in 2021
  1. 10 comments.
  2. 2020-21 Panini National Treasures LaMelo Ball RC Auto Patch #130 /99. ...
  3. 2020 Topps Chrome Formula 1 Lewis Hamilton #1. ...
  4. 2020 Panini National Treasures Justin Herbert RC Auto Patch #138 /99. ...
  5. 2021 Absolute Kaboom Mac Jones #K44. ...
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What sports cards from the 90s are worth money?

20 Most Valuable 1990 Topps Baseball Cards
  • 1990 Topps #414 Frank Thomas Rookie Card (No Name On Front) ...
  • 1990 Topps USA#1 George Bush. ...
  • 1990 Topps #336 Ken Griffey Jr. ...
  • 1990 Topps #414 Frank Thomas Rookie Card. ...
  • 1990 Topps #690 Mark McGwire. ...
  • 1990 Topps #692 Sammy Sosa Rookie Card. ...
  • 1990 Topps #757 Larry Walker Rookie Card.
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Are 80s baseball cards worth anything?

Despite some blips and drops, several baseball rookie cards from the 1980s have held up well and will continue to sell strongly in the years to come. As more collectors return to the hobby, values may even climb a little.
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