Inherited 150 Unopened NBA Boxes - ISO Help

StephenASmyth · 12-02-2025, 02:47 PM

Hi Everyone. I have a pretty large collection of unopened NBA wax, and am looking for some help with understanding what I own.

Upon some quick research, I realize some of these boxes are highly valuable 03-04, 07-08, 08-09, 09-10 in particular.

I see that the two 2009-10 Topps Chrome Basketball boxes I have are highly sought after due to a Steph Curry 1/1 rookie that people are after.

I am looking to eventually liquidate the collection, but want to be confident that I understand fair value and best/safest/most efficient ways to go about that.

Below is a spreadsheet where I took inventory, with photo links attached. Feel free to comment here, on the spreadsheet, or reach out with any advice whatsoever. If anyone can help me populate the red columns E & F on the Unopened Box tab, that would be amazing.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...it?usp=sharing

jcbinquiry@gmail.com

Thank you!

Asian62150 · 12-02-2025, 02:51 PM

That's quite a wax stash!

For some of that stuff, I would reach out to the Big 3 and see what they would give you for various boxes, especially the popular stuff.

They're all very safe and easy to deal with.

Ken735i · 12-02-2025, 02:56 PM

I collect sealed wax. Unless you need the money, consider holding some of these for a while......

That being said, best way to sell sealed is in person cash only. People who buy stuff like this will fly to you (literally) and pay cash. I'm into late 90s and am currently looking over your sheet. Best of luck!

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StephenASmyth · 12-02-2025, 02:56 PM

Thanks! What are the big 3?

mmbtvs · 12-02-2025, 02:58 PM

Send you a PM with some suggestions.

StephenASmyth · 12-02-2025, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ken735i

I collect sealed wax. Unless you need the money, consider holding some of these for a while......

That being said, best way to sell sealed is in person cash only. People who buy stuff like this will fly to you (literally) and pay cash. I'm into late 90s and am currently looking over your sheet. Best of luck!

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Thanks! Am a fan of in person and cash. Safest bet. Do you have advice on best place to list/post the sheet I made and accept inquiries?

glen87 · 12-02-2025, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ken735i

I collect sealed wax. Unless you need the money, consider holding some of these for a while......

That being said, best way to sell sealed is in person cash only. People who buy stuff like this will fly to you (literally) and pay cash. I'm into late 90s and am currently looking over your sheet. Best of luck!

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this..

do not sell online unless to one of the big 3, you will risk potential chargebacks up to 6 months (or longer)

cash in person sales

may be worth it to set up at a show and sell that way (again, cash only though)

yiguiri2002 · 12-02-2025, 03:07 PM

1. You might be able to find sales on 130point. That tackles eBay and most auction houses and it goes beyond the standard 3 months.

2. BO doesn't allow wax sales so you might want to get rid of the first row on the spreadsheet.

Good luck, that's an awesome collection!

Ken735i · 12-02-2025, 03:14 PM

Sorry got it thank you

StephenASmyth · 12-02-2025, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ken735i

Am I missing some of the sheet page?? As I scroll over it I see all single cards. I'm not seeing the sealed wax?

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Navigate to the next tab over on the bottom bar titled "Unopened Boxes"

dantheman514 · 12-02-2025, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by StephenASmyth

Thanks! What are the big 3?

The Big 3 are Blowout Cards, Dave & Adam's, and Steel City Collectibles. I recommend going this route as well. You could send them your sheet and ask what they will pay for each box.

boxbuster7 · 12-02-2025, 04:13 PM

can we see some pictures?

MavsRChamps · 12-02-2025, 04:13 PM

Some Ebay co-signers sell Wax boxes too but got to read fine print for those also (meaning may be certain eras, etc. But for some they'll pay out around 85% for price ends at in auction)

Did you inherit the single cards too & what's your plan for those?

StephenASmyth · 12-02-2025, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boxbuster7

can we see some pictures?

Picture links are all there! For the Boxes, they are grouped by season

boxbuster7 · 12-02-2025, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StephenASmyth

Picture links are all there! For the Boxes, they are grouped by season

I see now. Your best bet would be to sell them all to blowout probably.

StephenASmyth · 12-02-2025, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MavsRChamps

Some Ebay co-signers sell Wax boxes too but got to read fine print for those also (meaning may be certain eras, etc. But for some they'll pay out around 85% for price ends at in auction)

Did you inherit the single cards too & what's your plan for those?

Also looking to liquidate cards as well. Just know that's a bit more time consuming so wanted to start with wax efforts. But am open to inquiries

glen87 · 12-02-2025, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StephenASmyth

Also looking to liquidate cards as well. Just know that's a bit more time consuming so wanted to start with wax efforts. But am open to inquiries

cards you can sell on here depending on your objectives

jcardstore · 12-02-2025, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by glen87

cards you can sell on here depending on your objectives

Only if your objectives are get a bunch of lowball offers and unserious buyers

BO is one of the worst possible places to try and sell cards

IronCladLou · 12-02-2025, 06:17 PM

Hold. Don't let the Big 3 rob you

boxbuster7 · 12-02-2025, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IronCladLou

Hold. Don't let the Big 3 rob you

it is rare enough that he'll get top dollar for it. Plus blowout is pretty close to New Jersey. If he's really trying to sell all of it it is a no brainer imo.

IronCladLou · 12-02-2025, 07:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boxbuster7

it is rare enough that he'll get top dollar for it. Plus blowout is pretty close to New Jersey. If he's really trying to sell all of it it is a no brainer imo.

40% comps FTW!

If thats what the want to do then its the way to go

sportzluvr1 · 12-02-2025, 07:33 PM

Oh my sweet jesus

jjcan · 12-03-2025, 04:07 PM

Reach out to Fanatics to run a Dutch Auction for you for the lot, and then you will get 10X what it is worth from the breakers.

pejc300 · 12-03-2025, 04:31 PM

The Big 3 will rip you off. Do not go that route.

StephenASmyth · 12-03-2025, 06:16 PM

Can anyone help me find the value or at least recent sale info anywhere of this 2007-08 Upper Deck SP Game Used Editions Basketball Hobby Box? I cannot find anywhere but own two unopened.

https://www.dacardworld.com/sports-c...by-box#details

What's a good approach to finding info like this for random old boxes other than Sold Items filter toggle on eBay and crossing your fingers you find one?

12-02-2025, 02:47 PM	#1
StephenASmyth Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: NJ Posts: 13	Inherited 150 Unopened NBA Boxes - ISO Help Hi Everyone. I have a pretty large collection of unopened NBA wax, and am looking for some help with understanding what I own. Upon some quick research, I realize some of these boxes are highly valuable 03-04, 07-08, 08-09, 09-10 in particular. I see that the two 2009-10 Topps Chrome Basketball boxes I have are highly sought after due to a Steph Curry 1/1 rookie that people are after. I am looking to eventually liquidate the collection, but want to be confident that I understand fair value and best/safest/most efficient ways to go about that. Below is a spreadsheet where I took inventory, with photo links attached. Feel free to comment here, on the spreadsheet, or reach out with any advice whatsoever. If anyone can help me populate the red columns E & F on the Unopened Box tab, that would be amazing. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...it?usp=sharing jcbinquiry@gmail.com Thank you!

12-02-2025, 02:51 PM	#2
Asian62150 Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 6,579 Asian62150	That's quite a wax stash! For some of that stuff, I would reach out to the Big 3 and see what they would give you for various boxes, especially the popular stuff. They're all very safe and easy to deal with. __________________ IG: Asian62150

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yiguiri2002 Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Torrance, CA Posts: 12,555 afigueroaquevedo2002 yiguiri2002	1. You might be able to find sales on 130point. That tackles eBay and most auction houses and it goes beyond the standard 3 months. 2. BO doesn't allow wax sales so you might want to get rid of the first row on the spreadsheet. Good luck, that's an awesome collection! __________________ Basketball Sets: Threads Century Greats Jerseys - Innovation Stat Line Jerseys Soccer Sets: 2018 World Cup Prizm Peru Parallels - 2015 Select Soccer Peru Parallels Players: Red Bulls Parallels, 17-18 Thibs Prizms, Soccer Legends Autos

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Ken735i Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 452	Sorry got it thank you Last edited by Ken735i; 12-02-2025 at 03:36 PM.

12-02-2025, 02:56 PM	#3
Ken735i Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 452	I collect sealed wax. Unless you need the money, consider holding some of these for a while...... That being said, best way to sell sealed is in person cash only. People who buy stuff like this will fly to you (literally) and pay cash. I'm into late 90s and am currently looking over your sheet. Best of luck! Sent from my Pixel 6a using Tapatalk

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boxbuster7 Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 12,753 boxbuster777	can we see some pictures? __________________ Psa 9 > psa 10

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MavsRChamps Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Posts: 3,048 purple3252	Some Ebay co-signers sell Wax boxes too but got to read fine print for those also (meaning may be certain eras, etc. But for some they'll pay out around 85% for price ends at in auction) Did you inherit the single cards too & what's your plan for those? Last edited by MavsRChamps; 12-02-2025 at 04:16 PM.

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IronCladLou Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 1,667 eightytwopolly	Hold. Don't let the Big 3 rob you

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sportzluvr1 Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: the blue waffle of the Great Midwest Posts: 7,745	Oh my sweet jesus __________________ PSA 10 is a LIAR……(sometimes)

12-03-2025, 04:07 PM	#23
jjcan Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 1,350	Reach out to Fanatics to run a Dutch Auction for you for the lot, and then you will get 10X what it is worth from the breakers.

12-03-2025, 04:31 PM	#24
pejc300 Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 10,771	The Big 3 will rip you off. Do not go that route.

12-03-2025, 06:16 PM	#25
StephenASmyth Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: NJ Posts: 13	Can anyone help me find the value or at least recent sale info anywhere of this 2007-08 Upper Deck SP Game Used Editions Basketball Hobby Box? I cannot find anywhere but own two unopened. https://www.dacardworld.com/sports-c...by-box#details What's a good approach to finding info like this for random old boxes other than Sold Items filter toggle on eBay and crossing your fingers you find one?