by Matt Felumlee | Aug 14, 2024 | Condition, Grading & Value, Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
If you mostly collect already-graded cards, you don’t need to know much about assessing card condition. That work has been done for you (for better or worse), and you buy your graded 5 (“excellent”) or 7 (“near mint”) and go about your...
by Matt Felumlee | Aug 7, 2024 | Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
Let’s face it: the only zero-risk transaction is hand delivery to a trusted friend in exchange for cash. Every other option involves at least some risk of shipping or financial loss–and many common transaction methods are actually very risky. So,...
by Matt Felumlee | Aug 6, 2024 | News and Reviews
If you follow this blog, you know I love my Gemrate grading data! Even if you don’t grade much, it gives good insight into the health of the hobby and various sectors. Recently, I have been tracking PSA vs. SGC for early vintage. Read on for a full vintage...
by Matt Felumlee | Aug 5, 2024 | News and Reviews
The Cardhound Community is rolling out a new service, Cardhound Grading Advice, which is free at this time. We now offer expert advice and opinions on the following: “Should I grade this card?” “What grade would this card receive?” All members...
by Matt Felumlee | Aug 4, 2024 | Buying & Selling Tips, Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
Vintage groups continue to grow and flourish online. The largest group I administer has grown from 2,000 members to over 50,000 in the last few years. And it still picks up hundreds of new members weekly! Many of those members are new to the hobby, or returning after...
