by Matt Felumlee | Feb 28, 2025 | Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
If you’re an SGC grading regular, this SGC Grading Updates post is for you. Bookmark it and check back any time you have a question. It will be updated frequently as needed. The SGC message boards are often flooded with the same few questions asked over and over...
by Matt Felumlee | Feb 24, 2025 | Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
Spring Auction season is just around the corner! Although these days, “auction season” runs year-round, as seen here on our Vintage Sports Cards Auction Calendar. Whether you are an auction rookie or an experienced pro, planning is everything. So...
by Matt Felumlee | Jan 26, 2025 | Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
When perusing eBay you might notice some great deals on “Beckett” 9 and 10-grade cards with the “BCCG” label. What was BCCG grading service and what do you need to know before buying a BCCG graded card? There are some important differences...
by Matt Felumlee | Jan 21, 2025 | Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
It’s a question that floods vintage forums everywhere: “Who should I use to grade my vintage cards? PSA or SGC?” If you are a seasoned collector you probably have a preference. But you also know that there’s not necessarily a right or wrong...
by Matt Felumlee | Dec 12, 2024 | Buying & Selling Tips, Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
Whether shopping for yourself or giving someone else your Christmas or birthday wishlist, it’s easy to pay too much on eBay. Buying vintage baseball cards on eBay can be a positive experience: most sellers are reputable, and the selection can’t be beat....
by Matt Felumlee | Nov 26, 2024 | Condition, Grading & Value, Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
If you are new to collecting graded cards, you might notice some letters on PSA labels after the number grade. For example, PSA 8 (OC), PSA 4 (MC), PSA 3 (MK). Here’s an example: These little abbreviations are called “qualifiers,” and they serve a...
