T206 Insider Price Check Update

[Rhotchkiss]

Thanks Scott, however, when I enter some of my cards and hit enter, it often comes up with a value of $0. Does this mean it has no value, or that it is so rare that it's tough to value, or something else (like maybe I am an idiot....!) For example, type in Cobb red portrait Piedmont 350-460, 42, in a 7 (I have BVG not SGC or PSA in this card) and it shows no estimate; it can't just be the BVG bc I have several SGC and PSA that do not register as well.

Also, upon what sources is the algorithm relying when it spits out a value?

[sreader3]

Hi.

1. Price Check does not support BVG since BVG accounts for maybe 1% of T206 graded cards. If you have BVG graded T206 cards, I would recommend that you put "SGC" as the grader when using the site. It's probably the closest, although SGC cards are probably worth more.

2. In terms of my algorithm, I conduct sales surveys which cumulatively have collected over 116,000 price points between 2003 and 2017. I have studied the the market on a daily basis during that period. I have written what many regard as the seminal work on T206. PSA consults me on price (although they don't always agree). I have a six-figure+ T206 collection that I have accumulated over the last 15 years. And I am offering my Price Check service for free.

Okay let me come down from my high horse and try and field your question. My algorithm is essentially based on Subject/Back/Grading Company/Grade. Those are the pricing factors collectors actually consider when buying/selling T206. However, collectors don't pay a full multiple for premium subjects with premium backs e.g. Cobb (Bat Off) with Uzit is not just priced at Cobb (Bat Off) X Uzit. So you have to smooth the algorithm.

[sreader3]

. . . and congrats if you own an BVG 7 Cobb Red P42. Nice card for sure.

EDITED TO ADD: I think "spits out a value" riled me. But whatever.

[Rhotchkiss]

I sent an email bc didn't want to monopolize thread.

Didn't mean to offend (bad use of words). And, I am aware of some of, and sincerely appreciate, the research and literature you have published. From what I have seen, you are a total t206 stud (I mean that sincerely) and a major asset - that is why I am trying to figure this out.

[sreader3]

No worries. Email sent. Happy to start a dialogue.

[DeanH3]

Just wanted to thank you for all your hard work and willingness to share with us collectors. It's greatly appreciated!

[BruceinGa]

I would also like to thank Scot for his website, I use it daily.