08Jan
03Jan
Skyridge Charizard Box Topper PSA 10: A True Pokémon Grail
The Power of True Pokémon Grails: Why the 2003 Skyridge Charizard Box Topper PSA 10 Is One of the Hobby’s Most Elite Collectibles
In the Pokémon collecting world, there are plenty of expensive cards, plenty of rare cards, and plenty of nostalgic cards. But only...
03Jan
Pokémon Investment Cards: What Actually Holds Value
Pokémon Investment Cards: What Actually Holds Value (and Why My 2002 Legendary Collection Dark Blastoise Box Topper PSA 10 Is a Standout)
If you’ve spent any real time in the Pokémon market, you already know the truth: not every “rare” card is a good investment...
28Dec
Amazing Spider-Man #50 (1967) CGC 8.5, Signed by Stan Lee & John Romita Sr.
Amazing Spider-Man #50 (1967) CGC 8.5, Signed by Stan Lee & John Romita Sr.
A Cornerstone of Silver Age Marvel History** Few comic books transcend their medium to become true cultural artifacts. Fewer still manage to unite historic storytelling, iconic artwork,...
23Sep
PSA vs CGC vs BGS for Trading Cards (2025): Grades, Costs & Resale
PSA vs CGC vs BGS for Trading Cards (2025): Grades, Costs & Resale
Choosing the right grading company in 2025 impacts resale value, liquidity, turnaround time and even how your card displays. This guide compares PSA, CGC and BGS for Pokémon and sports cards so...
23Sep
How to Store & Insure Your Collection
How to Store & Insure Your Collection
Protecting value starts with the right sleeves and cases, then controlling light, temperature, and humidity—and finally insurance. Use this guide to build a storage stack that scales with your cards, comics, Funkos, and graded games. Quick Shop Links:• All...
16Sep
Top Rookie Cards by Sport (Quick Guide)
Top Rookie Cards by Sport (Quick Guide)
Rookie cards are the heart of sports collecting. Use this quick map of key sets, parallels, and grading cues across baseball, basketball, football, and soccer to browse and buy confidently. Quick Shop Links:• Sports category → Shop Sports...
15Sep
How to Spot Fake Funko Pops (Checklist)
How to Spot Fake Funko Pops (Checklist)
Counterfeit Funkos keep improving, but they leave tells—box print, fonts, stickers, paint lines, and barcodes. Use this step-by-step checklist before you buy or list. Quick Shop Links:• Funko & figures → Shop Authentic Funko• All collectibles →
13Sep
CGC vs PSA vs WATA: Which Grading Is Best for Games?
CGC vs PSA vs WATA: Which Grading Is Best for Games?
Grading adds authentication, condition transparency, and display appeal to video games. In 2025 the big three—CGC, PSA, and WATA—serve slightly different collector needs. Your best choice depends on platform focus, turnaround expectations, market liquidity,...
13Sep