by Matt Felumlee | Jul 27, 2026 | Feature Stories
There’s no question: vintage is booming right now. The question is, what is driving it? And is it best to buy, sell, or hold in a booming market? Cardhound Vintage 100 Index A couple years ago, I collaborated with the fine folks at Market Movers to craft a...
by Matt Felumlee | Jul 10, 2026 | Feature Stories
You’ve probably heard the news: a heavily restored T206 Wagner will hit the auction block at Love of the Game’s upcoming summer 2026 auction. So let’s have some fun. What final all-in price will the CGC Wagner fetch? The winner gets a box full of...
by Matt Felumlee | May 17, 2026 | Feature Stories
Cardhound surveyed 100 vintage collectors in May of 2026 asking questions about the future of vintage collecting. Specifically, the survey asked questions about technology, social media, and AI, and what the hobby might look like in 5 years. If you want to take the...
by Matt Felumlee | May 13, 2026 | Feature Stories
What will the vintage hobby look like in the future? Take this survey to share your opinions. Read on if you want more context. When I broke into collecting in the 1980’s, it seemed pretty simple: Beckett and card shows. Trading with your friends. Buying packs...
by Daniel Litin | Apr 22, 2026 | Feature Stories
Why do we collect? It’s a question we hear and ask ourselves again and again. For me, collecting vintage sports cards is about connection: to a player, a moment, or a place in time. The most meaningful part of my collection is my TTM autographs. If you’re new to the...
by Mike Silver | Apr 20, 2026 | Feature Stories
PSA 10 Gem Mint and Corners: A Deep Dive We all know that cards are graded via four main areas: corners, centering, edges, and surface. While eye appeal plays a role, aspects like corner damage and centering are somewhat objective and quantifiable. Let’s take a look...
