by Matt Felumlee | Jul 7, 2024 | Feature Stories
I asked a Facebook vintage group for vintage card display ideas, and members did not disappoint. Vintage cards and memorabilia are works of art, and should be seen and appreciated. If you are looking for display ideas, browse the gallery below! The current leader in...
by Matt Felumlee | Jul 5, 2024 | Feature Stories
AI is working its way into more and more aspects of daily life, and most discussions of card grading these days quickly turn to AI. This is especially true when the discussion revolves around alleged grader bias or human error. So, what does the future of card grading...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 29, 2024 | News and Reviews
Bear with me as I try a simple Poll plugin! (Yes, it’s ugly and bare bones–just testing functionality. We might as well have some fun with it. Cardhound has written a good bit about the art and math of choosing which cards to grade. If you are into grading...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 27, 2024 | Feature Stories
The hobby needs a clear definition and understanding of what constitutes an “altered” card. Take a look at the examples provided below and chime in below. Back story: PSA Decertifying Kurt’s Card Care A while back, Cardhound published an article...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 26, 2024 | News and Reviews
In May 2024, PSA unveiled new holders and now, they have announced a new feature: Grader Notes. Say what you want about PSA, but they do not appear to be resting on their laurels. Grader Notes First things first: the newer announcement is Grader Notes. This feature is...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 23, 2024 | Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
Do you avoid the big auction houses, thinking that everything is out of your budget? Or do you assume that collectibles you are looking to sell aren’t “worthy” of consigning to a big auction house? Let’s learn some vintage sports auction tips...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 17, 2024 | Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
So, what’s the best way to sell vintage sports cards? Don’t worry–it’s a trick question. If there was a single best way to sell vintage, everyone would do it, right? So the question gets complicated fast. There are several “best...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 14, 2024 | Collector Tricks & Tips, Feature Stories
Preservation for the Long Haul Your sports card collection might be your passion, but for many of us–especially post-COVID, our collections are assets that require some special considerations in terms of display and storage. And even if your collection...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 11, 2024 | News and Reviews
Per a press release this morning, Fanatics announced that the PWCC brand will be phased out and re-branded as Fanatics Collect. This is an interesting but not terribly surprising development. Fanatics bought PWCC about a year ago, and it is clear that the goal is a...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 10, 2024 | Feature Stories
I found myself embroiled in a debate last night about comparables (comps), grades, and value. Most in the hobby know the phrase “Buy the card, not the grade,” but what do we mean by that, exactly? Whether you are the buyer or seller, how do we best use...
