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Why are Sports Card Influencers Lying about 2024 Topps Chrome Update?

The 2024 Topps Chrome Update Baseball set offers collectors various opportunities to pull valuable cards, including Refractors, Autographs, and Insert Cards. The odds of obtaining these “good” cards vary depending on the card type and the product format (e.g., Hobby Box, Jumbo Box, Mega Box). Here’s a breakdown of some notable cards and their approximate…

The Great ‘Sports Card Price Melt Up’?

Inflation can affect sports card prices, but its impact is influenced by various economic factors and market dynamics. Here’s a breakdown of how inflation might affect sports card prices: 1. Increased Prices Due to Rising Costs Production Costs: Inflation increases the cost of raw materials (e.g., paper, packaging, shipping). This can lead to higher retail…

Bounties taking over Sports Card Hobby.

Bounties are offered for sports cards as a way to incentivize collectors to hunt for specific, rare, or highly valuable cards. These bounties create excitement and competition in the hobby, often driving up interest in particular products, players, or sets. Here’s why bounties are popular and why they are offered: Reasons for Offering Bounties 1.…

2024 Prizm Football Packs a Punch.

The 2024 Panini Prizm Football set is scheduled for release on December 18, 2024. Beckett As of now, the complete checklist has not been officially released. However, based on available information, collectors can anticipate several key features: Base Set and Parallels: The iconic Prizm base set will showcase the NFL’s top stars and the 2024…

2024 Select WNBA Cards Unleash Caitlin Clark

Caitlin Clark has changed the way fans view the WNBA, as well as women’s basketball cards. The first year of Select WNBA has a fairly limited print run than expected, and great eye appeal.     The 2024 Panini Select WNBA Basketball set is a significant release, marking the debut of the Select brand in…

Fanatics Events on Life Support?

Fanatics Events refers to a division of Fanatics, the leading sports merchandise company, which focuses on hosting and organizing in-person events related to sports, memorabilia, and the collector community. These events are designed to bring fans, collectors, and athletes together through various activities, including autographs, memorabilia signings, card shows, and experiential fan engagements. Key Features…

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4 Key Comic Books $1500- $2500. Which of these would you Buy?

Deciding which Silver Age comic books to buy depends on various factors, including personal preferences, budget, and investment goals. The Silver Age of comic books, roughly spanning from the late 1950s to the early 1970s, is known for introducing iconic characters, revitalizing the superhero genre, and featuring groundbreaking storylines and artwork. Here are some key…

Why Graded Comic Book Prices Will Fall in 2024.

Graded comic book prices are influenced by various factors, including the popularity of characters, storylines, and specific issues, as well as broader economic trends and collector preferences. However, there are a few considerations that could potentially impact graded comic book prices: Market Saturation: The increasing popularity of comic book grading services has led to a…