Football is among the most popular sports in the country, and football cards are a great way to join in the excitement. The football card industry is expanding, and now is the time to start collecting.
With so many alternatives, deciding which football cards are valuable and which are useless can be challenging. As with any investment asset, several factors affect the value of football cards. Here are four of them.
The Star
The most treasured football cards are well-known due to the player featured on them. One of the primary reasons collectors begin collecting is because they are fans of a particular player or team. After all, there’s a reason why stars like Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes, or Bart Starr are featured on some of the most expensive football cards of all time.
Rarity
Rarity comes from a limited supply. Card producers are also aware of this, so they have produced some cards in minimal quantities. This raises demand for the cards from the beginning and affects your chances of finding a lucrative card. Cards that are numbered, for example, “1 of 5” or “3 of 10,” are from a limited print run.
Autographs
One of the most common ways for cards to become rare is if they are signed. Although it would be fantastic if you were to get Tom Brady to sign a football card (if it can be authenticated), the odds are against you. Thankfully, the big card companies have secured the signatures for you. Because they are one-of-a-kind, these football cards are in high demand. Cards pulled from signed packs, will intrinsically have more value than autographs obtained by a collector.
The Condition
Football cards have been around for a long time, but the demand for their collections is relatively new. Early football cards were often folded, scratched, or kept in poor taste, becoming worthless over time. Collectors willing to pay high prices do not want damaged goods. That’s why it is critical to look after your cards well.
Bottom Line
You can determine which football cards are valuable by considering these four factors. Football cards are trendy and keep increasing in demand, making them a profitable investment.
Whether you have a valuable collection of football cards ready to sell or need tips on how to keep your cards in excellent condition, we at American Legends can help. Just get in touch with us and let us help you.
