Collecting graded cards has become increasingly popular in recent years, with Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) leading the way when it comes to card grading and authentication. But for many collectors, understanding the PSA graded card labels can be a daunting task. In this article, we will explore how to read and understand PSA graded cardContinue reading “Understanding PSA Grading Labels: A Beginner’s Guide”
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Collectible Cards in Popular Culture: Movies, TV Shows, and More
Collectible cards have been a popular pastime for decades, and they have become a mainstay in popular culture. From movies and TV shows to video games and literature, collectible cards have featured in a variety of media. Here are some of the most notable examples of collectible cards in popular culture. Pokemon Cards in PopContinue reading “Collectible Cards in Popular Culture: Movies, TV Shows, and More”
Top Card Buying Tips: 2023
Here are 10 top card buying tips for 2023 and beyond. I’m focusing on the market as of March 2023, but these tips should be relevant for the next few years. I’m always buying cards. I can’t help it. I buy the majority of my singles online via eBay, and I’ve been focusing on parallelsContinue reading “Top Card Buying Tips: 2023 “
Is PSA Grading Worth It In 2023?
In a follow-up to one of our more successful articles from last year, we’re aiming to find out whether PSA is actually worth it in 2023. The original article was released back in March 2022, at a time in which PSA was packed to the rafters with a massive backlog of cards. Multiple PSA tiersContinue reading “Is PSA Grading Worth It In 2023?”
Topps NFT sales & trades suspended, Wyre adds withdrawal limits
At the current time of writing, it has been almost two weeks with no access to Topps NFTs. Who is Wyre, and is the platform responsible? I’m not the biggest fan of NFTs, as I’d always prefer to own a physical copy of the card. However, I do have a Topps NFT account, and IContinue reading “Topps NFT sales & trades suspended, Wyre adds withdrawal limits”
Will There Be A New Junk Wax Era? 2023 Guide
The Junk Wax Era took place between the late 1980s and early 1990s, and nearly took the hobby down completely when the bubble eventually burst. Here’s a guide taking you through everything you need to know, as well as drawing parallels to modern collecting. The ‘junk wax era’ officially ended in the 1990s, but whatContinue reading “Will There Be A New Junk Wax Era? 2023 Guide “
Where to buy sealed hobby boxes in the UK
For anyone getting started with the card collecting hobby in the UK, one of the first questions you’re probably wondering is; ‘where can I buy sealed hobby boxes?’ Here’s what you need to know. If you collect Pokemon cards, or football stickers, it’s easy to find sealed boxes in the United Kingdom. You can headContinue reading “Where to buy sealed hobby boxes in the UK”
Why aren’t card printing plates worth more money?
Why aren’t printing plates worth more money? They’re a certified one-of-one collectible, and you’d think they’d sell for a premium price tag. Here’s everything you need to know. If you’ve found a printing plate in a pack, you might be disappointed when checking out comparable sales from the set. Despite being a one-of-one, printing platesContinue reading “Why aren’t card printing plates worth more money? “
What Are The Average Soccer Card Prices Per Player Position?
Trying to figure out which soccer cards are worth the most money? Here’s a quick guide that takes you through what to expect from each position. It’s easy to tell if a soccer card is worth money if it happens to be a rare Lionel Messi parallel, but what about the average player you’re likelyContinue reading “What Are The Average Soccer Card Prices Per Player Position?”
Yes, PSA Graded Funko Pops Are Now a Thing
An interesting email hit my inbox today. PSA have announced that they’re ready to begin grading Funko Pops, which is major news for high-end collectors. After all, nothing says premium like a PSA graded box to keep your Funko safe and secure. Let’s take a look at what the news means for collectors. I’m notContinue reading “Yes, PSA Graded Funko Pops Are Now a Thing”