Trading cards are supplied to retail stores by the distributor MJ Holding and are usually found all together at Walmart, Target and Meijer. Every store is a bit different, but generally sports cards are located somewhere near the front of the store, often in an aisle of their own off to one side of the checkout lines. Rarely will you find cards deeper in the store as they try to […]
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How to Sell Sports Cards: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’re a sports card collector or enthusiast, there may come a time when you decide to sell some or all of your collection. Whether you’re looking to make some extra cash or simply want to downsize your collection, selling sports cards can be a great way to achieve your goals. In this article, we’ll provide a comprehensive guide to selling sports cards, including tips for maximizing your profits and […]
Walmart and Target no longer selling sports cards and Pokémon cards?
It appears that sports cards, Pokémon cards, and other trading cards are no longer being stocked on the shelves at big-box retailers Walmart and Target. Why? Apparently due to “safety reasons.” Yes, retail trading cards have become a safety hazard – both for customers and employees – in 2021. Target is no longer selling Pokémon cards in stores “to ensure the safety of our guests and team members.” pic.twitter.com/lpV0pyw8oA — […]
Can sports cards be shipped media mail?
NO. Sports cards should not be shipped via media mail through USPS. Media Mail is cheap, but it has many restrictions. According to the USPS, if it isn’t bound and at least 8 pages, it does not fall under Media Mail, and USPS can and will open and inspect packages that it thinks may violate it’s terms. Often, media mail packages that violate terms will be returned, or delivered with […]
What are custom art cards?
Custom designed, non-licensed sports cards have been around for decades. Also known as ACEO cards – which stands for Art Card Editions and Originals – these are cards that are created by individuals or companies as an alternative to licensed, mainstream sports trading cards. Back in the height of the junk era – 1986 – 1994, or thereabouts – ACEO cards were created and distributed everywhere – card shows, local […]
Sports Card Errors: What are they and which error cards are more valuable?
Error cards are all over the place in the sports card hobby. Mistakes happen at all stages of the card production process. There can be design errors, informational errors, and actual printing errors. Cards that have some sort of error or mistake on them are not rare at all, and you will never find a yearly series that doesn’t have it’s share of errors if you look close enough. So […]
Are We In A Sports Card Bubble?
Sports Cards Bubble Market in 2021…Boom or Bust? Over the last 12 months, during the year of COVID, we have seen the largest boom in the sports cards hobby in 30 years. The reasons can be debated, but it’s clear that the pandemic has brought a lot of people into the hobby – and maybe not for the first time. The interest and subsequent booming values of “junk era” cards […]