I've got about 300 MLB cards from the late '90s and into 2001; different manufactures, etc. I'm wanting to sell them all, but am wondering what types of sets, or lots are popular.
I know some people make team sets, manufacturer sets, year sets, etc., but unfortunately, I don't have any complete set like that (far from it#. Would a partial set of one team #say StL) from different years and different manufacturers be popular in general?
For instance, I have several STL Cardinal's players, but they're from different years, and none are complete.
One more question: how are common cards different from 'unlisted stars/semistars' cards? Is there a difference? A lot of players aren't listed in Beckett, and I wonder which fall under the different categories?
Obviously I know little about this Hobby, so any help you could give me is appreciated.
Thanks,
Terry
Answer Terry,
First...Thanks for the question and for using AllExperts.com.
Second, my name is Craig and I think that your question was diverted to me for response...I hope that you don't mind.
Next this is the hard part, you have all of the correct ideas and they are all good...the team sets seem to be more popular regionally where full sets (if you had them) seem to attract those looking for gifts for others...I have experienced that the best way is to attract "bargain hunters" and sell the whole lot as one item (listing all "stars" to catch the eye). this also will cut down on the trips to the post office and other unseen expenses that come from trying to sell them individually.
For your other question concerning the terms "Common Cards, Unlisted Stars, & Semistars"...well this is something that was developed after readers of Beckett magazine "complained" about why certain players (usually local team favorites) were not listed in the magazine. Each magazine has a listing located towards the rear with who is considered a unlisted star or semistar. It is actually a pretty good concept / idea because it cuts down on the amount pages each magazine has. But not very helpful to the beginner collector.
Beckett does have a web site (http://beta.beckett.com/personal/default.aspx) and each card is listed and valued...fees are involved for obtaining the values but if you register you can store your collection. They also have ways to sell to...auctions, forums , etc.
I can help you with this a little better if you send me a list of your 300 MLB cards at sfc_webb@yahoo.com the only information I would need is the players name, card number, card brand, and the year produced...I can also send you an example of the page with the info regarding Unlisted Stars and Semistars too.
Always remember if you are looking to sell your card(s) or if you want to buy, these values are just a reference point developed by "average" secondary market sales...if you are a bottom line type of person your card(s) are really worth what you are willing to accept for them or what you are willing to pay.
I hope that this helps a little, Happy collecting!!!
