Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: Sell Individual Cards
• Method 2 of 2: Selling Collections
• Tips
• Warnings

So, you grew out of Pokémon. At all. Even from games. However, once upon a time you have collected a collection of cards. Moreover, you remember where you hid it! Remember exactly? So get it back quickly! Trust me, Pokemon cards aren't just useless pieces of cardboard, you can sell them online for tons of money! Just an hour or two of work - and the money will be in your pocket. so what?

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Sell Individual Cards

1. 1 Sort the cards into sets. The most accurate and accurate sellers will definitely find out to which set a particular card belongs, so that buyers do not buy a pig in a poke.
   • You can find out the set by looking at the small symbol either at the bottom right of the Pokemon image (in old sets), or at the bottom right of the entire map (in new sets).
   • To find out what each of the symbols means, look on eBay for cards similar to yours - it should say about the sets.
2. 2 Sort the cards by number. The card numbers can be found at the bottom right (this applies to all sets).
   • Actually, there should be two numbers. The first is the card number, and the second, after the “/” sign, means the number of cards in the set.For example, “Charizard 5/102” means that you are holding the 5th card from the set, where there are 102 cards.
   • However, there are exceptions: the cards of the basic sets of the first three sets released in the USA do not have such a symbol. They are one of a kind, and there are also promo cards, of course, which have only one digit, which means the card number. So, for example, Ivy Pikachu is number 1, as this is the first card from the Black Stars Promo series.
3. 3 Place all of your cards in plastic bags or bags. This will protect them from light.
   • Then it's a good idea to put the cards in sturdy plastic containers to protect them from bending. Special books for storing maps are on sale, they will do quite well, since they are relatively cheap.
   • All of this can be bought in specialized stores.
4. 4 Make a list of all the cards you have (including their sets). You will notice that some of the cards have stars at the bottom right, somewhere - diamonds, and somewhere - circles.
   • When your cards are numbered, you will notice stars first, then diamonds, then circles. Then the coaches will come, and then everything will start again. If you have a so-called. Secret Rares, there will be a Pokemon at the end of your set with stars. The stars mean the Pokemon is rare, the diamonds are unusual, and the circles are common. Of course, rare cards are sold at times more expensive than regular ones.
   • Note: if you have Japanese cards, the stars / diamonds / circles will be white, not black. Extremely rare cards will be marked in black. In addition, Japanese decks contain a three-star card, an ultra-rare premium card that is generally the hardest to find.
5. 5 Set a price! Card prices change over time, so go through eBay and see why they sell the cards you have folks.
   • At the same time, look not only at how much the card is exposed for, but also at how much they are bought.
6. 6 Create a description page. This way you will attract buyers' attention to yourself and your cards. Describe the cards, their numbers, their sets, rarity and condition. The more information the better.
   • In fact, the more detailed the better. And take photos! Yes, all scratches, folds, and scuffs reduce the price of the card, but it’s better to drop the price than to get a bad review from a dissatisfied customer.
7. 7 List your products on eBay or similar site. Most of these sites will charge fairly cheaply for their services, making them quite worth considering. However, if you like offline selling - why not?

Method 2 of 2: Selling Collections

1. 1 Divide the cards into 4 groups: pokemon, trainers, energy and more.
   • Divide the Pokémon into groups based on their type.
   • Also sort the coaches by type.
   • Energy is the same.
2. 2 Count the number of cards in each group. Write the number of cards on a sticker and glue them on top of each group.
3. 3 Think about how much each card in the group will cost. To do this, do a little research on thematic sites and on eBay. so you will find out the current prices.
4. 4 Make a table. There should be the following columns: card name, quantity, single value, and total value (quantity x single value). This can be done in any spreadsheet editor.
5. 5 Calculate the total cost of your collection. Work in the table, multiply the corresponding columns, and you get the desired value.
6. 6 Sell ​​cards on eBay or another similar site. You can sell the entire collection as a whole, you can sell individual cards, you can sell ten cards each. Alternatively, you can sell cards in the area. Well, maybe even your younger relatives will not mind receiving these cards, for which they will become real wealth!

Tips

• Before you sell cards, take a close look at your cards! Rarity is not all that should be paid attention to. Check the edition (first, second or unlimited edition for older cards), see if you have “shadowless” cards that are more expensive than regular cards.
• Try to keep your cards in good condition, as all defects in cards reduce their cost.
• Sorting cards is more convenient on a large table, free of clutter.
• See if there is an opportunity to arrange an auction - then you will have a chance to sell cards for a much higher amount!
• Advertise your cards, this will increase the chances of a sale.
• Don't be angry if your cards are sold ... for a modest price.Just remember how you had fun playing them!
• Having finished sorting the cards, tie the resulting groups with rubber bands - this will be more convenient for both storing and selling.

Warnings

• Watch out for fake cards!
  • Check the image. Some fakes can be calculated by only one image, or rather, by their quality.
  • Holographic foil. Some fakes are made with a claim to be holographic, but a trained eye can easily figure them out. Remember, real cards have a special pattern that can be seen on the entire map or only in the image of the Pokémon. The fakes do not have this pattern.
  • Feeling from the card. Real cards feel smooth to the touch, which is noticeable even on older cards - thanks to a special coating. Fakes are made of cheap materials, and therefore it is quite possible to recognize them by touch.
  • Front side: Many fakes look slightly skewed. This is especially easy to spot if you have real cards. So, you will notice that the font on the fakes is different. However, some old real maps also have a different font (say, the basic set of Vulpix).
• Make sure you are selling real cards. If you have fakes, don't sell them - a bad reputation on eBay hasn't helped anyone yet. Some fakes will be immediately noticeable, some will have to be thought about. Compare texture, edges, layers (real maps have two layers and a thin black line between them, fake ones have one).