2/3 mega boxes I’m shaking

[trendy26]

Originally Posted by boxbuster7

Skenes is the best pitching prospect since Strasburg - do you guys even follow baseball?

[EBCollectibles]

Originally Posted by mcsd121

What about like an auction house? I honestly don’t know what I’m looking at value wise. If it was last years 1st Bowman I’d be making plans to buy a new car lol

Stay away from Goldin unless you want the Goldin Shaft.

[blackandgold]

Originally Posted by EBCollectibles

Stay away from Goldin unless you want the Goldin Shaft.

Why you say that?

[Bosoxfan5990]

Originally Posted by boxbuster7

come back to this thread in 3 months and I will guarantee you that it sold for 10k+

Are we going based on actual sales, or what OP says a "private buyer" paid for it?

[mcsd121]

Im calling PSA tomorrow to see if they can do anything as far as me walking the card into their NJ office. I wouldn’t even know what grading level to use. I’d obviously rather spend less on grading but I probably don’t have a say in the matter. I’ll keep the thread updated for those of you that care or are curious. I have no reason to lie, if it sells I’ll tell you what it sold for. For those of you that asked, I really did send an instagram message, it was actually my first message on instagram. Do i expect to hear back, No I don’t. I actually have no idea who she is nor do I care. I genuinely thought she might be interested or maybe he would. I know some players collect their own cards. I figured no harm in trying. Yes I went a little crazy with my eBay auction, I was very excited and I just wanted people to see the card. I’m still pretty excited. I’ve never owned a card remotely close in value to this. I sell 15-20 dollar cards and on occasion like 600 max so my questions were genuine. I’m glad I was able to entertain everyone and hope you enjoyed your popcorn lol. I really do appreciate all the comments, good and bad. BTW I had no intention of trying to sell on here, I didn’t ask for offers or anything. I just had no idea what I should expect and quite frankly I still don’t. Anywhere from 5,000 to 15,000 based on you pro’s.

[Rbradleigh]

Originally Posted by mcsd121

Im calling PSA tomorrow to see if they can do anything as far as me walking the card into their NJ office. I wouldn’t even know what grading level to use. I’d obviously rather spend less on grading but I probably don’t have a say in the matter. I’ll keep the thread updated for those of you that care or are curious. I have no reason to lie, if it sells I’ll tell you what it sold for. For those of you that asked, I really did send an instagram message, it was actually my first message on instagram. Do i expect to hear back, No I don’t. I actually have no idea who she is nor do I care. I genuinely thought she might be interested or maybe he would. I know some players collect their own cards. I figured no harm in trying. Yes I went a little crazy with my eBay auction, I was very excited and I just wanted people to see the card. I’m still pretty excited. I’ve never owned a card remotely close in value to this. I sell 15-20 dollar cards and on occasion like 600 max so my questions were genuine. I’m glad I was able to entertain everyone and hope you enjoyed your popcorn lol. I really do appreciate all the comments, good and bad. BTW I had no intention of trying to sell on here, I didn’t ask for offers or anything. I just had no idea what I should expect and quite frankly I still don’t. Anywhere from 5,000 to 15,000 based on you pro’s.

Well $2500 puts you at $129 grading
<$5000 puts ya at $249

And if you really think < $10000 then $499

If I’m understanding the declared values properly. But hey if you could “walk-in” and have the NJ office grade it, have at it.

[Rbradleigh]

Sorry for the multiple post but I couldn’t get the edit feature to work just right for me…

For my own novice collector knowledge, is it worth getting a 1/1 graded to the cost of $500?

In the “unfortunate” roll of the dice that the card receives a 9, has any value been added vs a raw card? Hypothetical the OP does in fact sell on ebay, wouldn’t the high value card have to go thru ebay’s ‘authenticity guarantee’ process?

For $500 grading fee, my thought is better be damn near certain it’s a gem.

[boxbuster7]

It protects the seller against buyer claiming card is damaged but I generally agree with you

[jlzinck]

Hopefully you can use the funds to find the cause of your medical condition causing you to shake

[BoSoxFan1999]

Originally Posted by bub838

“Paul’s girlfriend” is just tremendous. This thread delivers.

Funny thing is "Paul's girlfriend" is probably 10x more famous than Paul himself. I guess that's what makes it funny though.

[oldgoldy97]

Originally Posted by jlzinck

Hopefully you can use the funds to find the cause of your medical condition causing you to shake

[tonedef2oo8]

Originally Posted by Braswell10

Because most people are good, and some would like to assume there are not losers out there who would report someone for trying to save some money…

You mean like losers bypassing laws in order to make a few bucks ? That’s the type of person I want to deal with on a several thousand dollar card! Any other shady characteristics you want support publicly ?

[MiamiMarlinsFan]

Originally Posted by mcsd121

Im calling PSA tomorrow to see if they can do anything as far as me walking the card into their NJ office. I wouldn’t even know what grading level to use. I’d obviously rather spend less on grading but I probably don’t have a say in the matter. I’ll keep the thread updated for those of you that care or are curious. I have no reason to lie, if it sells I’ll tell you what it sold for. For those of you that asked, I really did send an instagram message, it was actually my first message on instagram. Do i expect to hear back, No I don’t. I actually have no idea who she is nor do I care. I genuinely thought she might be interested or maybe he would. I know some players collect their own cards. I figured no harm in trying. Yes I went a little crazy with my eBay auction, I was very excited and I just wanted people to see the card. I’m still pretty excited. I’ve never owned a card remotely close in value to this. I sell 15-20 dollar cards and on occasion like 600 max so my questions were genuine. I’m glad I was able to entertain everyone and hope you enjoyed your popcorn lol. I really do appreciate all the comments, good and bad. BTW I had no intention of trying to sell on here, I didn’t ask for offers or anything. I just had no idea what I should expect and quite frankly I still don’t. Anywhere from 5,000 to 15,000 based on you pro’s.

PSA will decide for you. If you try and sneak it in at a lower declared value level, they will kindly adjust it for you via an up charge. I would declare it at $5k and let them decide to up charge you or not.

[MiamiMarlinsFan]

Originally Posted by Rbradleigh

Sorry for the multiple post but I couldn’t get the edit feature to work just right for me…

For my own novice collector knowledge, is it worth getting a 1/1 graded to the cost of $500?

In the “unfortunate” roll of the dice that the card receives a 9, has any value been added vs a raw card? Hypothetical the OP does in fact sell on ebay, wouldn’t the high value card have to go thru ebay’s ‘authenticity guarantee’ process?

For $500 grading fee, my thought is better be damn near certain it’s a gem.

Yes. There’s nothing too particularly special about this card. It’s not his 1st Bowman, and it isn’t a key RC. Skenes will soon have a plethora of 1/1’s out there and this 1/1 will be competing with them. OP wants to maximize what he sells this for, so that means selling to an investor, not a collector. Investors want that PSA 10. As long as it’s not crumpled into a ball, a collector wouldn’t care if this was raw, a PSA 9, or PSA 10… but they also wouldn’t want to pay a premium.

Also for the reasons that others have stated such as seller protection.

[halldogg]

Originally Posted by Rbradleigh

Sorry for the multiple post but I couldn’t get the edit feature to work just right for me…

For my own novice collector knowledge, is it worth getting a 1/1 graded to the cost of $500?

In the “unfortunate” roll of the dice that the card receives a 9, has any value been added vs a raw card? Hypothetical the OP does in fact sell on ebay, wouldn’t the high value card have to go thru ebay’s ‘authenticity guarantee’ process?

For $500 grading fee, my thought is better be damn near certain it’s a gem.

Even at a 9, its the only one like it, so I don't think it will hurt the value. Actually, a 9 isn't a bad thing unless you have been conditioned to think everything should be a 10.

A 9 wouldn't be an "Unfortunate" anything in my book.

[Rbradleigh]

Originally Posted by halldogg

Even at a 9, its the only one like it, so I don't think it will hurt the value. Actually, a 9 isn't a bad thing unless you have been conditioned to think everything should be a 10.

A 9 wouldn't be an "Unfortunate" anything in my book.

My question wasn’t so much asking if it hurts the value, rather does it add any value? It’s a 1/1 there is no pop, the OP controls the pop.
I got a good answer and understand it guarantees the card arrives as described to a buyer, avoiding any potential claims of wear/tear & negligence. $500 for piece of mind, got it.

[Braswell10]

Originally Posted by tonedef2oo8

You mean like losers bypassing laws in order to make a few bucks ? That’s the type of person I want to deal with on a several thousand dollar card! Any other shady characteristics you want support publicly ?

Hey if you are a sheep that likes to pay the government, by all means, go for it!

[PoPCulture]

Here are 2 other Skenes 1/1’s. I know…Insert vs Base yada Yoda but these are more comparable than trying to compare it to the 2023 Draft Super.

[ThatGuyPal]

Not saying it will go higher but those are also both from May, people may have wanted to see if he can keep it up or would slip like Imanaga did in June, they may be more confident now that he's still been throwing the heat. People try andsay"14 championships are built into these prices" but continuous good play as a rookie will 100% impact value even when ROY etc is established.

[trendy26]

Originally Posted by ThatGuyPal

Not saying it will go higher but those are also both from May, people may have wanted to see if he can keep it up or would slip like Imanaga did in June, they may be more confident now that he's still been throwing the heat. People try andsay"14 championships are built into these prices" but continuous good play as a rookie will 100% impact value even when ROY etc is established.

With how volatile the market is lately, if he has a bad outing, his prices will also instantly react to it.

Let’s also keep in mind the Strasberg market. When he went down with Tommy John, it took a huge hit. Hopefully this doesn’t happen to Skenes, but there’s always the chance given the heat he throws.

[glen87]

Originally Posted by boxbuster7

Skenes is the best pitching prospect since Strasburg - do you guys even follow baseball?

then why have you not bought it?

multiple times you have told us we are wrong and this is easily a $10k+ card, and now he is the "best pitching prospect since Strasburg."

[trendy26]

Originally Posted by glen87

then why have you not bought it?

multiple times you have told us we are wrong and this is easily a $10k+ card, and now he is the "best pitching prospect since Strasburg."

AMEN….! With that kind of confidence in Skenes, dude should be doubling down and investing in his cards!

[oldgoldy97]

Originally Posted by PoPCulture

Here are 2 other Skenes 1/1’s. I know…Insert vs Base yada Yoda but these are more comparable than trying to compare it to the 2023 Draft Super.

Good info, this is.

[Braswell10]

Originally Posted by glen87

then why have you not bought it?

multiple times you have told us we are wrong and this is easily a $10k+ card, and now he is the "best pitching prospect since Strasburg."

Is he wrong though? What other pitching prospect has been as hyped up since Strasberg? I can’t think of one.

Just because we think it’s worth 10k does not mean we have 10k to spend on a baseball card.

[boxbuster7]

^ exactly - god some of you guys are being absolute ridiculous...childish I might say