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Why Sell Your Vintage Pokemon Cards to Card Buyers?
Card Buyers specializes in vintage WOTC era Pokemon cards. Our team has extensive knowledge of set variations, print runs, and authentication markers that make vintage cards valuable.
- Premium prices for 1st Edition cards
- Shadowless cards highly sought after
- All WOTC sets accepted (1999-2003)
- Raw and graded cards welcome
How to Sell Your Vintage Pokemon Cards
Submit your vintage cards through our quote tool. Include photos and any information about edition (1st, Shadowless, Unlimited) for accurate pricing.
Get Your Quote
Use our instant quote tool or contact us with details about your cards. We provide preliminary offers within minutes.
Ship or Meet
Mail your cards with our free insured shipping label, or schedule a local meetup in Long Island or NYC for same-day cash.
Get Paid
Receive instant cash at meetups or payment within 48 hours for mail-ins via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or check.
How We Price Your Cards
We consider multiple factors when making our offers to ensure you receive fair market value:
- 1st Edition vs Unlimited vs Shadowless
- Card condition (NM, LP, MP, HP)
- Holo vs Non-Holo
- Set rarity (Base Set most valuable)
- Character popularity
- Completeness of sets
Trust & Security
We carefully authenticate all vintage cards, checking for reprints, proxies, and condition issues that may not be immediately visible.
Recent Price Examples for Vintage Pokemon Cards
These are example price ranges based on recent market data. Actual offers depend on condition, authenticity, and current market conditions.
1st Edition Charizard Holo (Raw NM)
$10,000 - $30,000
Shadowless Charizard Holo (Raw NM)
$2,000 - $5,000
Base Set Unlimited Charizard Holo
$200 - $500
1st Edition Blastoise Holo
$2,000 - $6,000
Complete Base Set Unlimited
$1,000 - $3,000
Neo Destiny Shining Charizard
$500 - $2,000
Frequently Asked Questions About Selling Vintage Pokemon Cards
Have questions? We have answers. If you don't see your question here, contact us directly.
What makes a card "vintage"?
How do I know if my card is 1st Edition or Shadowless?
Do you buy cards in played condition?
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