Selling my collection

[isiahfan]

There are also a few members on here that are willing to purchase entire collections such as yours. The only downside is they want pictures (front/back) of the top 10-15 cards in each set....so can take some time. Depending on your location (I know one guy is near NY and the other in AZ) they may be willing to swing by (or vice versa) if there is still interest after a quick call to discuss condition and what $ you are looking for. Good Luck!

[biggies]

I'm willing to scan cards, thanks!

[marzoumanian]

I would recommend testing two or three auction houses first and see how they serve you. IMHO customer service counts for a lot. I also believe it is worth grading the top five to 10 star cards in each set because anyone who buys your sets (dealer or collector) will want to check out the star cards FIRST. That's just the way it is. Like putting paint on a house you want to sell, you want your sets to look the best they possibly can. Spend some bucks on grading. You won't regret it. My two cents. Take your time in this process and good luck.

[biggies]

Thanks!

[oldjudge]

Bob—Before you spend the money for grading, if you are going to consign these to an auction house see if the auction house will pay for the grading. Consigning material is a negotiation—don’t be quick to accept the terms auction houses initially offer. For choice material there is always room for negotiation.

[bbcard1]

Agreed you should have the AH take care of the grading if you go that direction. I have always believed grading is a crooked game and have had good luck both in terms of turnaround and grade when going through a reputable auction house. You many also get the advice not to grade them. I had a 1955 Spic n Span Aaron that had some creases but presented nicely. The auction house advised against grading it because the visual appeal was greater than the technical grade and besides some collectors don't want an oversized card in a humongous slab. I don't recall what it went for, but I was happy with the price.

[Leon]

+1 Be careful of sharks swimming the waters, too.

Originally Posted by oldjudge

Bob—Before you spend the money for grading, if you are going to consign these to an auction house see if the auction house will pay for the grading. Consigning material is a negotiation—don’t be quick to accept the terms auction houses initially offer. For choice material there is always room for negotiation.

[biggies]

Thanks!

I think I've already been brushed by a couple of them.