Sports Trading Cards

You can go to any sports store and pick a guide that will let you know that type of card and year it was printed. There are usually 3 categories that will determine the value of the card. You need to sign up to use the free online price guide. Or check your local news stand for Beckett Price Guide magazines. Get a copy of the latest Standard Catalog Of Baseball Cards. You can find prices on your cards for free on WikiAnswers. To determine a value of your card ask the question providing the following important information: The year the card was issued, the company that issued the card, the player, and the card number.

American League baseballs with the Reach Trademark had Red & Blue stitching, and the National League Spalding Trademark baseballs had Black & Red stitching up until about 1934/35 when in both league started using only red stitching.

An Official American League William Harridge baseball from 1932 is worth about $500.

An Official National League John Heydler baseball from 1932 is worth about $900.

I will leave a link to a official baseball dating guide complete with pictures and league president.

A Mike Piazza single signed baseball is worth between $150.- $200. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the baseball. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. Add for inscriptions.

In a recent auction (March 2008) a Mike Piazza single signed baseball sold for $127.

Collecting baseball cards is a hobby, and you should collect the cards that you enjoy. As an investment to make money it is difficult to know which cards will be worth more in the future. Cards made after 1980 With the exception of limited edition issues were over produced, have a low value, and make a poor investment. Limited edition card are only as valuable as the demand in the market, and over time collectors can loose interest in them. It is very typical for new cards to sell at a high price when first issued, and loose value as time goes by.

The older cards made before the 1980's, and tobacco era, pre war cards make a better investment as the cards are fewer, and collectors are growing in numbers. Investing in trading cards is a poor choice unless it is done as a hobby or for the enjoyment.

The value is between $100 and $250 for a non game used bat. Prices will differ based on who authenticated it.

The first U.S. dollars were struck in 1794. Early dollars can be worth anywhere from several hundred to many thousands.

HOWEVER, there are many, many counterfeits and copies on the market. Some are legitimate reproductions and are usually labelled with the small word "COPY" somewhere in the design. Others though are pure and simple fakes. You'd need to have someone appraise your coin in person to be sure.

$50

mike marshall is hard to reach. he doesn't sign autographs at all. he only signs for my uncle Bill Corcoran. he told me that a mike marshall autograph baseball card is worth $175

A Will Clark autographed baseball card is worth between $10. -$15. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. In general, collectors of baseball cards would rather have a baseball card without the signature. The signature would be considered as a flaw in the condition of the card and will lower the value. An inexpensive card will benefit, but if the value grows in the future it will be held back by the growth of the value of the signature.

$25-40

When it comes to sports card, the most popular amongst the collectors is the baseball card. But, not all baseball cards are worth the same. The value of the cards is determined by several factors like; physical condition of the card in case of vintage items, the player's popularity, rarity of the card, either rookie or normal etc.

Also, it is best if you know the pricing trend. For this you may subscribe to Beckett Baseball Online Price Guide which provided maximum and minimum book value. Visit beckket.com. Another option is to check out from auction sites like eBay. But, you need to be very careful because there may be multiple listing or seller of the card in different price points.

A 1987 Topps Roger Clemens All-Star card #614 has a book value of about $1.00 in near/mint -mint condition.

A 1987 Topps Roger Clemens 86' Record Breaker card #1 (Most Strikeouts in a 9-inning game) has a book value of about 1.00 in near/mint -mint condition

A 1988 Topps Roger Clemens All-Star card #394 has a book value of about .50 cents in near/mint -mint condition.

Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important. Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

depending on the condition it could be 100 to 650

A Roberto Clemente autographed baseball card is worth between $2,000. -$3,000. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.

Collectible items could add value to the price of a signature but not always. As in the case of a baseball card, generally collectors of baseball cards would rather have a baseball card without the signature. The signature would be considered as a flaw in the condition of the card and will lower the value.

A collector of signatures will not always pay extra for the "collectible" baseball card. The autograph collectors main concern is displaying the signature. This is why it is not a good idea to have an expensive baseball card signed. You could devalue the price of the card, and get less for it.

Once a collectible baseball card is signed the value of the card dramatically goes down as a collectible. The card then becomes an Item to display the signature. The bulk of the value relies on the value of the signature of the player that signed the card, and how well the card displays the signature.

In general a signed baseball card is worth about 30% - 40% the price of a signed baseball or the same price of a signed 8 x 10 photo. A high valued card can add some value.

O-Pee-Chee in Mint is valued at $300 and Topps in Mint is valued at $125.

A 1993 Topps Jim Edmonds Rookie card # 799 has a book value of about $2.00 in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

That all depends on the card. Like most, they will range from less than one dollar to over one hundred dollars for autographed cards.