Questions about selling a postwar collection

[capricesquad]

My dad is now pretty much retired and I think I'm going to sell the cards using ebay as a project with him. Is there a recommended way to scan and ship that collectors prefer when selling on ebay?

At this point I am planning to go through the cards. And make bundles of 4 or 6 cards from the same set. Scan them as a group and list them together on ebay for .01. I'm assuming I will have to take them out of the cardsavers to scan them? Is charging $3-4 to cover the card savers and shipping decent?

[brob28]

Most sellers charge $3 or less for shipping a single card so your in the ballpark. Although I've never used it I believe Ebay has a shipping calculator as well that may be helpful.

I recommend listing graded and star cards individually, and stick to groups with the commons. The Caveat here is if the commons are in really nice condition, short prints, variations or high numbers list them individually as well for better results. Now that you have several graded cards in hand you should have a better idea of which ones would fall into the "really nice" category, (don't forget centering counts).

Don't use pictures in your listings, scan the cards front and back.

Make sure to let us know what your Ebay seller name is as I'm sure there are individuals here who would be interested in bidding some of these. I count myself in that group.

Finally, good luck I'm sure its been a fun journey for you, I've enjoyed seeing the collection!!

[irv]

Originally Posted by capricesquad

My dad is now pretty much retired and I think I'm going to sell the cards using ebay as a project with him. Is there a recommended way to scan and ship that collectors prefer when selling on ebay?

At this point I am planning to go through the cards. And make bundles of 4 or 6 cards from the same set. Scan them as a group and list them together on ebay for .01. I'm assuming I will have to take them out of the cardsavers to scan them? Is charging $3-4 to cover the card savers and shipping decent?

Everything what, Bill said, but you may want to try here to sell your cards, or some of them here instead of E-Bay as you will have fees to pay for listings etc.

If you decide E-Bay is the only route, then, like Bill mentioned, please post your name/link here.

You have some very nice cards, and it was fun watching you post them occasionally!

Good Luck.

[capricesquad]

I'm not sure I know enough about grading to sell the cards over the internet here. I feel like posting clear scans on ebay would be the best route rather than guess the condition and sell someone on here a card that ends up being not as nice as they expected due to my eye for cards not being the greatest.

Probably be a long term process but I'm not really in a hurry and I'll get an excuse to spend more time with my dad anyways.

[Mdmtx]

Don't forget that there is an auction section on this forum too. Then you don't have to set the price, the buyers will - just like eBay but no fees.

[divecchia]

Great collection. Best of all it's given you and your dad a reason to spend time together. I never had a chance to do something like this with my dad. Make the most of it and don't worry so much about the sales. Just enjoy your time together, the rest is gravy.

Donato

[irv]

Originally Posted by capricesquad

I'm not sure I know enough about grading to sell the cards over the internet here. I feel like posting clear scans on ebay would be the best route rather than guess the condition and sell someone on here a card that ends up being not as nice as they expected due to my eye for cards not being the greatest.

Probably be a long term process but I'm not really in a hurry and I'll get an excuse to spend more time with my dad anyways.

Originally Posted by Mdmtx

Don't forget that there is an auction section on this forum too. Then you don't have to set the price, the buyers will - just like eBay but no fees.

Exactly!

Describe the cards the best you can (note creases etc if any), post some clear pics/scans of the front and back then the rest is up to the purchaser.

E-Bay is the same. Potential buyers look at the scans then decide themselves what shape the card is in then bid accordingly.

Good luck.

[JustinD]

Yes, please let us know your ebay ID and when you start listing. I will certainly be a bidder on several.

Good luck!

[mintacular]

Be careful about selling random groups together as you describe, can be a money killer. PM me if you need any advice, can talk over the phone

[drmondobueno]

Originally Posted by capricesquad

I'm not sure I know enough about grading to sell the cards over the internet here. I feel like posting clear scans on ebay would be the best route rather than guess the condition and sell someone on here a card that ends up being not as nice as they expected due to my eye for cards not being the greatest.

Probably be a long term process but I'm not really in a hurry and I'll get an excuse to spend more time with my dad anyways.

Most collectors on Net54 are rather experienced at buying and selling, which I gather you are getting. Most will work with you on a BST sale as we all know about this thread! That means you will more than likely get a good price at minimal cost AND RISK to you. There are threads here over and over talking about how eBay can be....not very good in dealing with unscrupulous buyers, in your case, who may try and take advantage of a new seller (never got the card, want my money back, changed my mind, not paying) or ANY seller, and leave you with no recourse. That is much less likely here. Have you met and/or talked with Leon? He is a great resource and is another person who will have your, and Net54's back.

As far as condition, clear scans go a long way for a seller and buyer. The one comment I would make may be a card with a wrinkle, loss of paper or such that is not clearly seen on a scan. In my case I am targeting ungraded cards for my postwar collection, for the most part. A clear scan and honest seller goes a long way with many of us. You'll get all kinds here, graded card, ungraded card, green tint collectors, Bazooka and Post collectors, guys chasing Exhibits, and of course player collectors ( I am a Clemente guy!). Dealers, too. BTW, ALL and I mean ALL of my transactions on Net54 have been positive, including a few that ended up going sideways (keep in touch, talk, it'll all work out is my attitude, and they have). My negative experiences have all been on eBay, but that is just me.

Maybe try the BS&T and eBay. Many sellers try a sale here and then move to eBay if a card gets no action. Costs you nothing but time and effort on the BST.

Guess this is my way of saying I hope this all goes well for you and your Dad! Have fun!

Keith