Collectors can now submit graded trading cards valued at $250+ from their personal collections directly - regardless of where they were purchased - to the eBay vault
SAN JOSE, Calif., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, eBay, one of the world's top destinations for collectibles, announces a new trading card submission service for the eBay vault. Collectors, investors and professional sellers can now submit eligible graded cards valued at $250+ directly to eBay's state-of-the-art facility and digital marketplace. The new service expands eligibility for the eBay vault beyond cards directly purchased on the marketplace, and also covers graded autograph, relic, and patch cards.
Trading cards are increasingly viewed as an alternative asset class, and the ability to buy, list, sell and transfer ownership instantly is crucial for collectors who want to maximize price realization and build portfolios. With eBay's new submission service, collectors can easily send an individual card – or their entire collection – to the eBay vault, for specialized long-term storage, expert third-party authentication, and streamlined transactions.
""We know collectors – from those newer to The Hobby to professional sellers – all want to manage their high value trading card portfolios with complete confidence through fast, seamless transactions," said Gene Cook, VP of Global Collectibles at eBay. "The eBay vault is backed by nearly 28 years of leadership in the collectibles category, and our new submission service delivers easy and secure buying, selling and storage for collectors to excel in the fast-paced world of sports collecting."
The new submission service builds upon eBay's advanced suite of collecting tools and capabilities, including Price Guide, eBay Collection, Image Scan and Authenticity Guarantee, which all support easier and smarter trading card transactions.
How eBay Vault Submission Works The eBay vault is a 31-thousand-square-foot, world-class facility, and home to some of the rarest and most-coveted trading cards – including a 1952 Bowman Mickey Mantle PSA 10 and a Magic: The Gathering 1993 Black Lotus BGS 9.5. With physical protection, including 24/7 surveillance, biometric authentication systems and intrusion detection systems, card owners trust that their assets are secure, while temperature and humidity controls maintain the pristine condition of these prized items. Additionally, all employees who work in the eBay vault undergo C-Suite-level background checks and are experts in working with high-value collectibles.
To start the submission process, collectors should follow these steps:
Supporting the Collecting Community This summer, eBay is engaging with the trading card community at events across the country, to empower rookie and experienced collectors alike to make better buying, selling and trading decisions, and ultimately grow The Hobby.
Follow @ebaycollectibles on Instagram for more on collector events, news and updates.
eBay Trading Cards Fast Facts
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