Selling Collection - Need Advice

[Stayfrosty]

Hi all,

Looking to sell about 500 cards in a single transaction or two, and need your advice.

Originally I planned to collect the best 18 cards from each year spanning 1957 - 1989, making for a nice 9 card page binder/display. After years of collecting it's nearly complete but unfortunately, I need to sell.

It consists of 100% hall of famers, and all-stars, with nearly complete runs of all the big names including mantle, mays, aaron, williams, clemente, etc. Almost all the key rookies as well.

They are all raw, with he majority being G-EX.

I understand I'll probably get around 50% of what I paid. What do I do?

Best,
Peter

[raulus]

How big of a hurry are you in? Do you need to cash out in the next week, or can you wait 2-3 months?

That will probably drive the decision whether to sell to a dealer immediately for less, or maybe run through the process of trying to sell through an eBay broker like Greg Morris, and hopefully get a little bit more.

[Balticfox]

If your primary need is to maximize price, sell the cards individually rather than in large groups. Collectors generally aren't interested in doubles for which they'd then need to find a market themselves.

Selling singles through Greg Morris is indeed a viable option that works for many.

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by Stayfrosty

Hi all,

Looking to sell about 500 cards in a single transaction or two, and need your advice.

Originally I planned to collect the best 18 cards from each year spanning 1957 - 1989, making for a nice 9 card page binder/display. After years of collecting it's nearly complete but unfortunately, I need to sell.

It consists of 100% hall of famers, and all-stars, with nearly complete runs of all the big names including mantle, mays, aaron, williams, clemente, etc. Almost all the key rookies as well.

They are all raw, with he majority being G-EX.

I understand I'll probably get around 50% of what I paid. What do I do?

Best,
Peter

I would post pics and what you want for price on here. With no transaction fees like eBay or an AH you can sell a little cheaper and maybe get a little more cash in your pocket. With G-EX condition cards it won't be a crazy high price so should get some interest. Good luck selling.

[Eric72]

Originally Posted by bnorth

I would post pics and what you want for price on here. With no transaction fees like eBay or an AH you can sell a little cheaper and maybe get a little more cash in your pocket. With G-EX condition cards it won't be a crazy high price so should get some interest. Good luck selling.

+1

[Snapolit1]

Selling 500 cards here sounds like quite a bit of work, no?

[raulus]

Originally Posted by Snapolit1

Selling 500 cards here sounds like quite a bit of work, no?

And it would take a while, unless you’re willing to price them to move.

But agree that the level of work would be exceptional, even if you offered them in a single bulk lot, simply because the buyers will want to see scans of basically everything.

[Balticfox]

Originally Posted by Snapolit1

Selling 500 cards here sounds like quite a bit of work, no?

Welcome to the real world. If you want positive results, you need to work for them.

[Harliduck]

You don't need GM...treat it like a set break...take the time (and effort) and do quality front and back scans...throw them yourself on ebay and list them all at .99 auction. The market will pay (pretty much) what it's worth if you have decent feedback on your account. 2 to 3 days to prep and list...5 or 7 day auction of fun and stress...then a couple of days to pack up and ship (and wait for payment as there will be stragglers). Vualla...sold. Sounds like the cards you have will generate enough interest regardless of shape to have a fun auction.

Selling here is good for no fees, but often times you'll get more money while paying the fees....folks here want a good deal...lol.