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I was hoping someone might have some good adivce on a card collection we inherited which is extremely expansive (>500K card) and consist of 1951-2005 full sets and much much more. I was wondering if we should get the earlier set reviewed by PSA or another agency. Is this going to be expensive or worth our time?

Any help is appreciated.

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  • WinPitcherWinPitcher Posts: 27,726 ✭✭✭
    Hi and welcome.

    I'd get the earlier stars graded that's for sure. Some scans would help too.

    Condition will dictate if commons should get graded.

    Good for you.
  • Sean1125Sean1125 Posts: 3,479


    << <i>I was hoping someone might have some good adivce on a card collection we inherited which is extremely expansive (>500K card) and consist of 1951-2005 full sets and much much more. I was wondering if we should get the earlier set reviewed by PSA or another agency. Is this going to be expensive or worth our time?

    Any help is appreciated. >>



    So full sets of 51/52 including all stars/mantle etc?
  • Stone193Stone193 Posts: 24,438 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Hi KC

    Welcome!

    Without seeing some scans - it's hard to say on the earlier sets.

    I agree with Steve - the early sets - the stars if in pretty good condition would be good to grade - I infer you're considering selling?

    Just be careful of someone trying to "steal" the stuff from you - i.e. - selling too cheap?

    Why don't I get that kind of inheritance! image

    Do you know how to scan, photobucket and post here?

    Good luck.
    Mike
  • ToroToro Posts: 1,515
    Well, I recommend that you have someone visit and appraise the value of the collection. I'd steer away from anyone with the first name Mister and any large dealers. There is a resident expert here that may consider flying out and he'll even put it on video and tantalize us with what he's seeing. Otherwise, what are they stored in? Boxes or binders? Are some stored in large plastic blocks? As far as grading anything and if you cant wait, send in every Mantle you can find and any key rookies 54 Aaron, 55 Clemente, 68 Ryan etc. Pictures would be great.
  • kcmillerkcmiller Posts: 6
    Yes, all years I stated are complete.
    I'll can post some scans tomorrow for you all to comment on
  • TNP777TNP777 Posts: 5,710 ✭✭✭
    Tommy sighting in 3...2...

    welcome to the nuthouse, kc - I hope you enjoy a long stay here. Overall it's a great place to learn a lot about this hobby and see some fantastic collections.

    Dodgers collection scans | Brett Butler registry | 1978 Dodgers - straight 9s, homie
  • kcmillerkcmiller Posts: 6
    Stone193,

    Is there a specific way other than scanning on my printer and attaching them to my post?
  • Sean1125Sean1125 Posts: 3,479
    Go to photobucket.com

    You can easily upload a massive amount of photos, and you can use the [img] tag one (click and it auto copies and paste) and just put it in the text and your pictures automatically show up.
  • BrickBrick Posts: 4,999 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Hi, hello, how are ya? image

    Patience is a virtue. No need to sell all at once. Get good advice, perhaps sell a small amount through a reliable dealer. Be sure you are happy with the way things go before selling the next group.
    Collecting 1960 Topps Baseball in PSA 8
    http://www.unisquare.com/store/brick/

    Ralph

  • kcmillerkcmiller Posts: 6
    Toro,

    The complete sets are encased in individual plastic sleeves or thick plastic holders and stored in individual boxes for each year.

    Also, I know there's ton of football and basketball boxes, so I'll check on those individuals for you.
  • kcmillerkcmiller Posts: 6
    To all,

    I'm extremely grateful for everyones response and as all of you I hope to learn as much as I can on this passionate hobby. I'm not in any financial hurry to sell off collection ,but would like to learn and potential become a part of a great group of collectors.
  • SOMSOM Posts: 1,555 ✭✭✭
    I agree with Brick.

    Take your time. Listen to at least three potential buyers. They aren't going anywhere.

    If those cards are as valuable as you/we might think they are, they will only increase in value even more a month/year from now.

    Nick
  • Sean1125Sean1125 Posts: 3,479


    << <i>I agree with Brick.

    Take your time. Listen to at least three potential buyers. They aren't going anywhere.

    If those cards are as valuable as you/we might think they are, they will only increase in value even more a month/year from now.

    Nick >>



    Exactly, there are some cards from those sets (and complete sets) that you will have hundreds of potential buyers.
  • kcmillerkcmiller Posts: 6
    Som and Brick,
    What or who do you mean by "listen to 3 potential buyers?

    I think I'm going learning and sharing my collection with you all. I'll post some photo's tomorrow.

    By the way there's a couple 100 of unopened boxes from the 70's and 80's (wrapped in original plastic) that contain the individual packets of cards, are these worth anything?
  • BellagioPokerKingBellagioPokerKing Posts: 665
    I agree with Mike
    " why don't I get that kind of inheritance "
    Rocke
    WANTED:Football Hall of Fame Autograph's;Hugh Ray,Tim Mara,Charles Bidwell,Walt Kiesling,Bill Hewitt,Len Ford,Fritz Pollard,Curly Lambeau,Steve Owen & Joe Carr. FOR SALE : 100's of auto'd HoF 8x10's & dozen's of auto'd HoF cards.
  • Sean1125Sean1125 Posts: 3,479


    << <i>Som and Brick,
    What or who do you mean by "listen to 3 potential buyers?

    I think I'm going learning and sharing my collection with you all. I'll post some photo's tomorrow.

    By the way there's a couple 100 of unopened boxes from the 70's and 80's (wrapped in original plastic) that contain the individual packets of cards, are these worth anything? >>



    I know 70's can be worth some major money - not as sure about 80's, I'm sure early 80's are pretty good too.
  • ToroToro Posts: 1,515
    Those boxes aren't worth anything....here is my address to mail them too image If you have unopened.....go the The Baseball Card Exchange website....Steve is the owner.....he'll buy if your selling...of course....a couple hundred 86 Topps boxes would really suck image Unless they are football of course! He is THE trusted source....sort of The Godfather of unopened material. There are only a handful of trusted unopened dealers....he is the most trusted IMO.

    As far as three potential buyers, you're best bet is to start selling on the BST forum. Pick any three that have responded to your post and that'll work, skip the eBay and Paypal fee part of it all if you go through eBay.

    Looking forward to the pictures!
  • Stone193Stone193 Posts: 24,438 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>Stone193,

    Is there a specific way other than scanning on my printer and attaching them to my post? >>

    KC

    As was said - I would scan the cards - make sure you "crop" them so the image isn't too big.

    Open a "Photobucket" account - it's free - and down load the cards scanned there.

    Then each scan will have a URL address to directly post here.

    When you go to "post" - look at the buttons under MESSAGE TEXT: the 4th button is a picture frame - you can attach the URL address there and it will show up on the post.

    If you have any questions - please feel free to PM me.
    Mike
  • HoofHeartedHoofHearted Posts: 2,537 ✭✭
    A quick word about handling these cards. Any little ding on a corner can have a great effect on the value of a card. Handle and store with care!

    Best of luck on getting the most for this awesome collection!
    imageimageimageSenators/Twins Type Collection
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