Certainly agree with the overall sentiment of that statement, ripping packs open is just for fun for me though. It isn't a good strategy financially unless you happen to hit some monster 1 of 1 auto or something. Really only things boxes are good for is hoping you score some rookies that become studs down the line, even then you could still buy random rookie lots for much cheaper. The ridiculous pricing for getting cards graded now makes it nearly impossible to recoup money spent on boxes. I would never buy any card that isn't graded. Same way with coins, I only buy 70's, and only buy 10's with cards.
I mean if you want to resell eventually I understand only buying PSA10 but if you just collect for fun there’s not point imo. I’m building a Tua collection but I’m only gunna get maybe one or two PSA10 just to have in the collection. Plus the more rare rookie cards are expensive af alone even if they aren’t graded. How much does it cost to grade a card anyway? $50? Does it depend on how fast you want it back from PSA?
Those are sweet looking cards. I always had a few people I bought from off ebay. They would message me before even listing. Get people to leave their email addy or business card in the package they send and then deal directly with them. Interestingly enough, had about 4 guys from S Florida I used to buy directly from.
Card prices have never been more expensive. Internet and grading improved values.
Not for the non graded...
I mean, IMO, non-graded cards are worthless...I think there is a real benefit, especially FOR value in the grading of cards, just like any other collectable. Pre-grading you were likely getting hosed on some sloppy af cards.
Getting them graded is so pricey, how do people afford it? Iirc it’s $50 a pop isn’t it?
Are they graded? You never know they could be. I would check eBay. But mostly just the rookie cards/graded are worth a good amount for old cards. I’ve got a 84’ Topps Marino PSA 8 that sells for about $150 on auction eBay
What does PSA 8 mean? I remember when I was collecting Marino's Topps card was worth about $80. Sounds like it's not keeping up with inflation. Might have to sell my Duper cards!
That’s because they took your good ones and switched them out on you.
So you think it’s worth it even just PSA 9’s? Cheapest Tua PSA 10 is around $30-40 for a base card. PSA 9’s around $20-$30