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Preservation

Keys to Trading Card Storage and Preservation

May 21, 2020October 24, 2020Terry Melia

The thrill of collecting trading cards is multi-faceted. You’re excited to land the cards, but now the trick is to preserve them, preferably in pristine condition. Having been around this great hobby for three decades, I’ve noticed a few things…

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Collecting While Stuck at Home | How Sunlight Damages Your Cards

April 3, 2020October 23, 2020Terry Melia

  In this new, limited blog series, “20 Ways to Collect While Stuck at Home,” we offer ideas for enjoying your collection at times when a standard hobby experience is not possible. Illness, financial constraints, or any number of factors might…

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Displaying Your Card Collection

December 12, 2019October 24, 2020Terry Melia

  In the collectibles community, there’s no greater joy than pulling a coveted card from a pack. Try and visualize unearthing Michael Jordan’s #57 rookie card from a previously uncracked wax pack of 1986 Fleer Basketball. Or what about snagging…

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Screwdown Holders: The Perils of Card Preservation

January 11, 2019October 24, 2020Terry Melia

  A funny thing happened to me on my way to getting some of my coveted cards authenticated and/or graded by PSA. I quickly discovered the perils of using non-recessed screwdown holders. After serving a one-year hitch as PSA’s PR…

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Signature Preservation: Before, During and After

March 27, 2018October 23, 2020Terry Melia

Here are some keys to obtaining autographs and keeping them in good condition Having been around this hobby for the past three decades, I’ve noticed a few things when it comes to signature preservation. The preparation and hunt in getting…

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