@Raptormaniacs said:
Let’s not get carried away with this thread. The stock market is a bet on the future. The sports card market can be both leisure and/or a bet on the future. Neither is an indicator of how the economy is doing (in the present).
I'm not seeing much leisurely behavior, but I am seeing a lot of kids, adults, and even pro ballplayers going bonkers over pulling "rare" cards from expensive modern packs. Hoarding is a common activity amongst our crowd. I believe that the sports card market is most definitely a window into the mood of our economy.
@Raptormaniacs said:
Let’s not get carried away with this thread. The stock market is a bet on the future. The sports card market can be both leisure and/or a bet on the future. Neither is an indicator of how the economy is doing (in the present).
I'm not seeing much leisurely behavior, but I am seeing a lot of kids, adults, and even pro ballplayers going bonkers over pulling "rare" cards from expensive modern packs. Hoarding is a common activity amongst our crowd. I believe that the sports card market is most definitely a window into the mood of our economy.
The poor will ALWAYS buy lottery tickets. The rich need diversify their investments.
Oh, thread cleaned up and back on track. My opinion for what it's worth. This is an adult hobby that also has evolved into an alternate asset class. Blue-chip, high grade will remain strong and maybe even inch upward. Football has been undervalued for years.... kind of surprising considering the popularity of the sport. You can get a GOAT (Brady) for approximately 50% off all-time highs (Bowman, Bowman Chrome). Boggs, not a clue... pump & dump or maybe subset of Hall of Fame heavy drinkers? I do agree that there will soon be a buying opportunity as more and more folks experience corporate layoffs or head into retirement.
“So as I’m leaving the gym today, I grabbed my iPhone 16, sold all my crypto, hopped in my Lambo, called my broker and told him ‘Let’s put it 50/50 in Tesla and in a REIT I just heard about for the next few months. Gotta stay one step ahead, bros.
staybuff”
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@mintonlypls said:
Speaking of prices rebounding...I bid on and was looking to upgrade my Clemente RC from a PSA-6.5 to a PSA-7.5. I tapped out at $30,000...with the card approaching early decade prices...and selling for $36,600 in a Goldin Auction ending this past weekend!
Huge news just a few minutes. Everybody strapped in and ready for the biggest bang in the card world since 1987..The moment has arrived and the prices will be climbing fast.
Is it Topps cards sell for more??? Please tell me it is so!!
Im all in on topps!
I really need a win.
Few min is less than 1 hour right?
Let’s go big money as long as I’m not spending mine!
I do enjoy reading these post
I'd say the news is big. Maybe large. Or vast. But, huge is kinda like that triple-decker burger that you can't even take a normal bite. It would need to be that huge to be huge.
The 1952 topps warehouse cases were never thrown In the Atlantic and have been found at an abandoned best western! Every average joe can now buy one for the same price of eating at McDonald’s. This is very exciting indeed. But I did hear talk about making a big splash. They want to throw 99.9% of them in the ocean and keep the prices high. I think they are just gona hide them again and sink the empty cases.
@handyman said:
The 1952 topps warehouse cases were never thrown In the Atlantic and have been found at an abandoned best western! Every average joe can now buy one for the same price of eating at McDonald’s. This is very exciting indeed. But I did hear talk about making a big splash. They want to throw 99.9% of them in the ocean and keep the prices high. I think they are just gona hide them again and sink the empty cases.
I picked up a few of the 1952 cases from Jenny - who used to be on the board unloading nice unopened cases. Where you able to get one?
a few updates for you ( if you don't follow these items, but find it interesting).
1985 donruss ryan psa 10 sold for $550. Clemens sold for $350. HUH??? Love Ryan but this makes no sense. I would guess that Clemens rookies will soon rise.
1985 leaf ryan psa 10 sold for $1,275
Currently there is not one 1992 Pinnacle Manny sgc 10 or psa 10 on ebay -- found that a little strange.
1992 Pinnacle psa 10's are rare for anyone apparently. Hardly any on EBAY. Currently Nolan ryan psa 10 at $230 in a current auction.
1989 Glossy Johnson PSA 10 up to $450 only 1 on ebay currently. asking price $950 or best offer..
I’m watching REA….and strong prices are being realized on a number of cards. 1948-49 Leaf Jackie Robinson RC PSA-7 (gold diamond)….sitting at $150,000…nearly double the last sale of a 7.
Even poor condition items are selling. My local show Saturday, seller said he sells every 75 and older star card he gets. people crave them. In my opinion the prices are way to low. considering their scarcity. Apparently the big news is coming next month and if and when it happens, things will go up drastically.
I think its similar to meme stocks and hot stocks and crypto. Why are you buying that? Cause it might go up. As long as everyone feels that and acts it probably will. For however long they believe it and keep buying. Ethereum went up like 35% in 10 days. Theory on why people bought it-it might go up.
Think the upswings are more pronounced on the TCG/Pokemon side for the entire space. Even high POP cards seem to be shooting up and it just seems to be ridiculous demand. POP 11,000 does not allow enough for everybody who wants one.
I continue to think the situation exists cause there was a lot of sideline cash and now people want to put their chips in play. The sideline is no fun. Maybe part of the huge amount of sideline cash was folks thought tariffs were going to deliver a huge blow to the economy. But most did not factor in minds could be changed and maybe some version of tariffs could be tolerated. Time may still tell on that but think people want to just play ball now whether its AI stocks nuclear energy stocks crypto Pokemon or 1948 Leaf. Personally I appreciate all 5.
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I'm not seeing much leisurely behavior, but I am seeing a lot of kids, adults, and even pro ballplayers going bonkers over pulling "rare" cards from expensive modern packs. Hoarding is a common activity amongst our crowd. I believe that the sports card market is most definitely a window into the mood of our economy.
Farewell Ryno.
The poor will ALWAYS buy lottery tickets. The rich need diversify their investments.
Oh, thread cleaned up and back on track. My opinion for what it's worth. This is an adult hobby that also has evolved into an alternate asset class. Blue-chip, high grade will remain strong and maybe even inch upward. Football has been undervalued for years.... kind of surprising considering the popularity of the sport. You can get a GOAT (Brady) for approximately 50% off all-time highs (Bowman, Bowman Chrome). Boggs, not a clue... pump & dump or maybe subset of Hall of Fame heavy drinkers? I do agree that there will soon be a buying opportunity as more and more folks experience corporate layoffs or head into retirement.
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At a time like this and with a thread like this, I’m saddened that we can’t get a hot take from
@TheCrisser
“So as I’m leaving the gym today, I grabbed my iPhone 16, sold all my crypto, hopped in my Lambo, called my broker and told him ‘Let’s put it 50/50 in Tesla and in a REIT I just heard about for the next few months. Gotta stay one step ahead, bros.
staybuff”
Curious about the rare, mysterious and beautiful 1951 Wheaties Premium Photos?
https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/987963/1951-wheaties-premium-photos-set-registry#latest
You outbid me on that Clemente Monte!
Late 60's and early to mid 70's non-sports
You were actually running me up…huh!
Beautifully centered Clemente RC…though.
big happenings tonight..things are getting ready to go through the roof on the card front!!!! can't wait!!!
Tonight? Do tell!
Late 60's and early to mid 70's non-sports
what happened? I do not closely follow the auction houses.
George Brett, Roger Clemens and Tommy Brady.
The roof, the roof, the roof is on fire.....
Farewell Ryno.
yes it is!!!!!
????????
1987 fleer glossy psa 10 barry bonds sells for $750
1989 Bowman tiffany Bo jackson sells for $700
1988 leaf nolan ryan psa 10 $2,000
1986 Topps nolan ryan psa 10 $2,500
1986 Topps traded Bo Jackson psa 10 $1,000
1986 Topps traded Tiffany Bo jackson psa 10 $13,000
Just a preview of things to come...
Awe Man!!
Congrats to the sellers.
Farewell Ryno.
Huge news just a few minutes. Everybody strapped in and ready for the biggest bang in the card world since 1987..The moment has arrived and the prices will be climbing fast.
Farewell Ryno.
Posts like this usually mean I missed a gem of a tweet.
Is it Topps cards sell for more??? Please tell me it is so!!
Im all in on topps!
I really need a win.
Few min is less than 1 hour right?
Let’s go big money as long as I’m not spending mine!
I do enjoy reading these post
1987 topps barry bonds psa 10's now selling for $500 plus, incredible.
Was this the huge news from the other day? I’ve been strapped in for safety for 2 weeks.
I'd say the news is big. Maybe large. Or vast. But, huge is kinda like that triple-decker burger that you can't even take a normal bite. It would need to be that huge to be huge.
Farewell Ryno.
no...the big news i thought was coming didn't my fault. but bonds an bo cards are red hot..rose too
Is it still going to happen? I’m not lying when I say you’ve piqued my curiosity to the point that I’ve shared my anticipation with my cat.
Pretty amazing considering the huge pop. I should've kept my 87 OPC Bonds PSA 9.
Terry Bradshaw was AMAZING!!
Ohio State Buckeyes - National Champions
I have 3 cut card cases of 87 OPC, maybe I’ll crack one open this week
THose are at $900++ right now. I sold my 10 for 1250 -- 10 years ago.
It's sort of happening now. WHen the big big splash happens, you will know it. COuld happen next moth. strong possibilities.
The 1952 topps warehouse cases were never thrown In the Atlantic and have been found at an abandoned best western! Every average joe can now buy one for the same price of eating at McDonald’s. This is very exciting indeed. But I did hear talk about making a big splash. They want to throw 99.9% of them in the ocean and keep the prices high. I think they are just gona hide them again and sink the empty cases.
I picked up a few of the 1952 cases from Jenny - who used to be on the board unloading nice unopened cases. Where you able to get one?
No I’m an average joe
They were cheap, only 5k apiece. Couldn't pass them up.
That’s like 5,000 small fries!! Could feed me for 7 years.
a few updates for you ( if you don't follow these items, but find it interesting).
1985 donruss ryan psa 10 sold for $550. Clemens sold for $350. HUH??? Love Ryan but this makes no sense. I would guess that Clemens rookies will soon rise.
1985 leaf ryan psa 10 sold for $1,275
Currently there is not one 1992 Pinnacle Manny sgc 10 or psa 10 on ebay -- found that a little strange.
1992 Pinnacle psa 10's are rare for anyone apparently. Hardly any on EBAY. Currently Nolan ryan psa 10 at $230 in a current auction.
1989 Glossy Johnson PSA 10 up to $450 only 1 on ebay currently. asking price $950 or best offer..
I think you were right. Vintage prices are kind of jumping.
I’m watching REA….and strong prices are being realized on a number of cards. 1948-49 Leaf Jackie Robinson RC PSA-7 (gold diamond)….sitting at $150,000…nearly double the last sale of a 7.
Reggie RC PSA-9 (gold diamond) sitting at a near record $93,000…
No shortage of cash waiting to pounce.
Farewell Ryno.
Even poor condition items are selling. My local show Saturday, seller said he sells every 75 and older star card he gets. people crave them. In my opinion the prices are way to low. considering their scarcity. Apparently the big news is coming next month and if and when it happens, things will go up drastically.
Source of the big news? Don’t tease us…
People craving star cards because they taste delicious between a dollar sign and a decimal. Huge.
Farewell Ryno.
I heard PSA is buying Canada. That must be what he is talking about.
Huge news coming. Free ozempic with purchase of vintage sports cards.
I think its similar to meme stocks and hot stocks and crypto. Why are you buying that? Cause it might go up. As long as everyone feels that and acts it probably will. For however long they believe it and keep buying. Ethereum went up like 35% in 10 days. Theory on why people bought it-it might go up.
Think the upswings are more pronounced on the TCG/Pokemon side for the entire space. Even high POP cards seem to be shooting up and it just seems to be ridiculous demand. POP 11,000 does not allow enough for everybody who wants one.
I continue to think the situation exists cause there was a lot of sideline cash and now people want to put their chips in play. The sideline is no fun. Maybe part of the huge amount of sideline cash was folks thought tariffs were going to deliver a huge blow to the economy. But most did not factor in minds could be changed and maybe some version of tariffs could be tolerated. Time may still tell on that but think people want to just play ball now whether its AI stocks nuclear energy stocks crypto Pokemon or 1948 Leaf. Personally I appreciate all 5.
The older I get the more I realize the entire world is just one big connected super-complicated mess that no one really can predict or understand.
We're all just cats chasing shiny things around and hoping we catch one at the right time.
catch it while you can
I caught a virus.
Farewell Ryno.
The beginning of the boom started yesterday. Look for a fantastic next few months. Vintage cards are ready to bust at the seems.
Pumping cards is so lame. OLB you are the new Dpeck.