As stated in our last article, there are different eras of baseball cards, which include pre-war baseball cards, vintage baseball cards, and modern baseball cards. Of these, the most valuable cards are the older cards, which are the pre-war and vintage baseball cards. This is why when you’re selling your cards to sports card buyers in NJ, they expect top-quality if they’re paying top-dollar for them. That being said, older cards are exposed to more threats in their appearance; this article identities some of those threats.
Faded Color
These cards have brightly colored photographs on them, so when the color is faded, it’s farily obvious. This is why it’s so important to protect your cards from direct sunlight, as it can fade colors, turn white into yellow, and even fade important autographs. You can protect your cards by using UV resistant cases or hiding them from the sunlight.
Surface Scratches
Surface scratches happen accidentally, but they can cause your cards to decrease in value. To prevent this from happening, you can use penny sleeves, which are thin pieces of plastic that you can slide your card into. This is a small investment that will save you a lot of money in the long run.
Rounded Corners
Over time, corners may lose their sharpness. That’s why when sports card buyers in NJ find a vintage card that still has sharp edges, they may be willing to spend more money on it. The sharp edges help the card to look brand new, while still being a classic.
Creases
If a card bends too much, it can cause a permanent crease on the card. These creases can even cause part of the image to flake off. The bigger the crease, the less the card is usually worth.
At American Legends, we appreciate vintage cards that have been kept in great condition. Since we know how hard it is to maintain their look after so many years, we’ll pay you a fair price for your baseball cards.
