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This list provides a sample of vintage memorabilia collections we’ve bought and sold. Keep in mind, it’s merely a fraction of the collectibles we handle.
At Back to the Past Collectibles, we offer a simple and transparent process to help you sell your collection, starting with evaluating the true value of your vintage collectibles. Follow these steps to turn your treasures into cash:
Provide us with some details about your collection (or simply give us a call at 313-533-3130), such as the type of collectibles, condition, storage details, and provenance. Include a few photos to give us a glimpse of your treasures.
Note: We value your time! There's no need for exhaustive cataloging in the initial submission unless you already have it. We will ask for more details as necessary.
After submitting your inquiry, allow us a bit of time to do some digging. Expect to hear from us within a few days for an initial consultation, where we'll dive deeper into the details of your collection. Our goal is to gain a comprehensive understanding of your collection, exploring potential evaluation and marketing options tailored to your unique treasures.
Whether you choose to bring your collection to our facility or have our professional buyer visit you, our process begins with a thorough inspection of your collection. Following this, our team strategically assesses the best method to ensure you receive the maximum value for your collection. This might involve a direct payout, consignment, placement in our online store, inclusion in our auctions, or another customized option. Regardless of the method, our goal is always to get you the best result!
Every item holds a story, and understanding their worth goes beyond just curiosity. Here are a few reasons why understanding the value of your possessions is important when selling your collection:
We understand the sentimental and financial value your vintage collections hold. Let our team of memorabilia experts guide you through the process!
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Estate and Probate: When the time comes to distribute family heirlooms, it's not just about a "pile of stuff." Knowing the true value ensures equitable outcomes for descendants. After all, one "pile" might hold treasures surpassing the next.
Financial Planning: While financial advisors often inquire about real estate, stocks, and bank accounts, they sometimes overlook the hidden gems. In our experience, comic book, toy, and movie material collections can rival or surpass the value of a home. Get the full picture of your net worth by including collectibles in your financial plan.
Insurance Protection: Safeguard your treasures with the right insurance plan. Most insurance companies require expert evaluations to accurately back the collection. Whether a ballpark estimate suffices, or a detailed line-by-line review is necessary, we've got you covered.
Planning for Downsizing: Anticipating a future downsizing? Determine what items might be sold, donated, or even disposed of. An orderly process, given time to unfold, yields
Bringing in Something New: Have your tastes or interests changed recently? Maybe your collection at one point sparked joy but you’re ready to shift your attention to something new? It happens all the time. Many clients have partnered with us to sell their current collection, paving the way to a fresh start.
At Back to the Past Collectibles, we bring decades of experience to every evaluation, ensuring that you not only discover the stories behind your items but also unlock their maximum value.
Our dedicated team of experts prides themselves on providing transparent, fair, and market-value evaluations, allowing you to make informed decisions about your valuable collectibles. Our marketing team will take over from there, finding just the right buyer for your collection.
Uncovering the value of a comic book comes down to identifying the exact printing and establishing the books’ condition. Variations in publication date and condition will have a big impact on the value. With the right information locked in, then researching sold prices will tell us what the current market rate is on that comic! Ask us and we’ll put our expertise to work and get a precise dollar value for your collection.
The value of a comic book is a tapestry woven with factors such as rarity, condition, age, and the character or story arc featured – often referred to as a "key" issue. Comics showcasing beloved characters like Wolverine or Spider-Man tend to hold greater value. There is so much to know, it can become complicated so contact Back to the Past Collectibles to help you understand the intricacies of your collection.
To unveil the value of your sports cards, you need to know the exact printing or issuance of the card itself and then grading the card for its condition. Better cards should be submitted for professional grading by a company like PSA! At any point in this process, our experts at Back to the Past Collectibles can provide a comprehensive evaluation, ensuring you receive the true worth of your prized cards.
We determine the value of your sports cards and some memorabilia with precision by considering factors such as the quality of the signature, rarity of the item, historical importance of the player, and the confidence in its authenticity. At Back to the Past Collectibles, we guide you through this process to ensure your signed items are priced accurately.
For sports icons like Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Michael Jordan, their autographs often maintain or increase in value over time. We recognize the worth of these signatures, making them highly sought-after by collectors willing to pay a premium.
By making sure you have identified the exact items you have and their conditions and then using tools to look up true “sold” values (not the same as a seller’s asking price!). Connect with our experts at Back to the Past Collectibles to receive a personalized evaluation. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of your collection's true worth.
The value of vintage memorabilia fluctuates with market rates, influenced by various factors. While economic downturns may decrease costs, there are additional elements to consider when determining the price of a particular object. Overall, many collectible items have beaten the stock market at appreciating value over the years!
A coin collection can be a fun hobby, but it can also be a valuable investment into precious metals like silver and gold. If you’re thinking of selling your collection, or if you just want to get an idea of its value, you should take your coins to an expert in coin valuation, like Back to the Past Collectibles where we’ll give you an honest assessment of your collection’s worth.
Preparing for a coin evaluation is straight forward. If the coins are in albums or page holders, avoid removing them, keep the books intact. If coins are loose or in individual slips, then it can be helpful to organize by type and date. Avoid handling with bare hands as the oil can deface coins in better grade. This organization ensures a smooth and accurate evaluation process.
Coins can be sold straight to a dealer or organized into a live auction event. It depends on the circumstances and goal of the coin seller. We’re always available to discuss options and guide the sale to the best market outcome, so check in with Back to the Past Collectibles when you are ready to investigate selling your collection!
A basic idea of the price of a pile of coins might be quick and free. For deeper line-by-line evaluations, the price will be determined on a per-hour basis to get a comprehensive listing of values. It’s important to have an evaluation done so that you can be sure of the value of your collection in case you ever need to sell it or insure it against loss or damage, but it’s just as important to understand your end goal so the evaluation can meet your needs.
You can have the coins in your collection assessed by Back to the Past Collectibles, just ask us! We’ll make an appointment to sit down and get your collection evaluated by looking at each coin and assessing its value.
This depends on the size of the collection and the exact goal of the evaluation. At Back to the Past Collectibles, we can evaluate coins within minutes. However, rare, or unusual coins or extensive collections may require additional time for a precise evaluation.
Whether you’re ready to sell today, tomorrow, or well in the future, we’ll help you understand the value of your collectibles so you’ll be prepared when the time comes. Contact our team to get started!
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