New to Board - Few Questions - '52 Mantle

MattyC · #1 05-29-2015, 05:15 PM

There's a PSA 1 on eBay now-- or at least it was yesterday when I browsed around-- that would be a dream "1." If it can be had for less than an average 2, I have to imagine it looks better than most 2s, and will cost far less than the highest-end 2s.

If you are buying a 311 Mick because you love the card and intend to keep it for life, to pass it along, then resale value is secondary of course-- but that said it's as safe a money return as a collectible can be. Not to mention the enjoyment of looking at it every day.

Zach Wheat · #2 05-29-2015, 06:25 PM

Joe,

My suggestions would be to make sure you are familiar with the normal trading prices for various targeted grades. The demand for Mantles is so high that as far as buying one for investment purposes, it will probably do as well as most other "investments" you make.

However, Mantles are a little different than most cards because they get more of a price bump or price decrease based on appeal. So be prepared to make adjustments on the fly and don't get caught in an emotional bidding war.

Good luck and happy hunting!

Z Wheat

Leon · #3 05-29-2015, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattyC

There's a PSA 1 on eBay now-- or at least it was yesterday when I browsed around-- that would be a dream "1." If it can be had for less than an average 2, I have to imagine it looks better than most 2s, and will cost far less than the highest-end 2s.

If you are buying a 311 Mick because you love the card and intend to keep it for life, to pass it along, then resale value is secondary of course-- but that said it's as safe a money return as a collectible can be. Not to mention the enjoyment of looking at it every day.

It's still a good chunk of change but I am not sure I have ever seen a better looking '52 Mantle in a 1 holder.....(and welcome Jsquared)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1952-Topps-M...item463b9e5019

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ALR-bishop · #4 05-29-2015, 06:55 PM

welcome aboard

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