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The Best Basketball Card Brands To Invest In The Best Basketball Card Brands To Invest In

The Best Basketball Card Brands To Invest In

If you're new to sports cards and looking to get into boxes for investing then you're in luck because we covered this topic on our latest podcast episode. The recent realization in the hobby that buying boxes of 1986 Fleer Basketball would have earned you more money than investing in Microsoft in 1986 has had HUGE cut through on top of the attention brought by entrepreneur Gary Vee recently.
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 If you love basketball cards in any case, why not go a bit further? Conduct your own research and find out how you can benefit from having rookie cards, college basketball cards, on card autographs, and more! Those boxes of basketball cards may not turn into valuable treasures but they can be an enjoyable pastime and hobby. A whole new generation can also use rookie cards to learn a thing or two about NBA history.

If you’re searching for the best rookie cards, Cherry Collectables is here to guide you about the top choices today. You can also check out the value trends for basketball cards online. So, make sure to do that before sinking any money into your hobby box.

Why Should You Order Rookie Cards, Rookie Ticket Autographs, or Other Types of Basketball Cards?

So, should you be ordering our national treasures (aka, basketball cards) right away? The answer could be yes, especially when you consider the following perks:

  • Basketball cards are assets that you can hold and keep with you
  • There's no risk of getting hacked 
  • They're easy to store, especially if you have a hobby box
  • The initial investments can be low if you go for the more common or low-end brands
  • You can increase the value of a basketball card by getting rookie autographs, on card autos, 
  • You can also make your investments a little more secure by getting a mainstream basketball card debut, investing in popular brands like Upper Deck, or getting autographs by national treasures such as LeBron James or Michael Jordan
  • The recent trend has seen basketball cards going up in value; they’re likely to do the same in the future too!
  • Basketball cards are a fun learning experience, especially if you’re interested in NBA history and NBA superstars like Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, and LeBron James
  • There are young basketball players coming into the league now; they can increase the value of existing rookie cards if their performance comes close to that of Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant

These are just some of the reasons why basketball card collectors are always looking out for rare finds, rookie cards, and other potentially valuable investments. Since we’re not likely to run out of basketball players anytime soon, this hobby will probably continue for some generations at least. Start buying your basketball cards from Cherry today and see how much they can be worth in the coming years!

Be Aware of the Risks!

Not every basketball card will be worth investing in. Like every investment, those hobby boxes full of basketball cards won't guarantee future payouts. Here are some risks to stay aware of:

  • Basketball cards can be easily damaged which may adversely affect their value in the long run
  • Investing in basketball cards is speculative at best, as even nabbing a limited edition or rookie card won't guarantee that they’ll be worth anything in the future
  • Rookie cards from brands like National Treasures can be quite expensive and require special care while in storage

Whether they make money for you or not, there's no denying that basketball cards are a lot of fun! At Cherry Collectables, we get excited about every rookie card, NBA draft card, cards from a high end brand, and Crown Jewel Signatures hobby boxes. For us, a well-kept hobby box is close to having your own national treasures.  

The Best Basketball Card Brands to Invest In

If you're new to sports cards and looking to get into boxes for investing then you're in luck because we covered this topic on our latest podcast episode. The recent realisation in the hobby that buying boxes of 1986 Fleer Basketball would have earned you more money than investing in Microsoft in 1986 has had HUGE cut through on top of the attention brought by entrepreneur Gary Vee recently.

Do Your Research

If you're considering basketball cards or sports cards as an investment, make sure to read up on all the details beforehand. 

This way, you’ll know which brands are low-end, which are high-end, and which are the most likely to appreciate in value. At Cherry Collectables, we’re more than happy to provide guidance and advice about which basketball cards to buy next.  

Are Basketball Cards Valuable Investments?

They can be! For now, we have several kinds of brands available for those who are interested in rookie cards. 

You don’t have to worry if you have limited money. Cherry Collectables has a wide range of brands in various tiers. Check out some of our options below:

  • Low-End Brands: NBA Hoops and Donruss
  • Mid-End Brands: Mozaic, Revolution, Optic, Secret, and Prizm (one of the most popular opinions for rookie card enthusiasts)
  • High-End Brands: National Treasures, Opulence, Immaculate, and Flawless

There are several other brands available for rookie card and basketball card collectibles. These include names like Panini, Upper Deck, Topps, and many more. 

Remember: just because a particular rookie card or any other type comes from a low-end brand, this doesn’t mean that its value will always remain low. Keep looking out for rookie cards or cards depicting major stars such as Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and other big names.

The Value of Basketball Cards

If you find a rookie card depicting Kobe Bryant or Michael Jordan, hold onto it! Here are just a few examples of how much basketball cards in general can bring in:

  • A 1986-87 Michael Jordan Fleer rookie card had the price of $840,000 and was sold in July 2021 
  • A 2003 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection LeBron James Rookie Patch sold for an impressive $900,000 in 2020
  • To date, the most value basketball cards is the Michael Jordan rookie card dated 1984-85; the estimated value is $500,000 
  • Rookie cards like the LeBron James one from 2003-04 are worth up to $250,000 
  • The Kobe Bryant card dated 1996-97 is also one of the rookie cards that are worth around $200,000

Of course, your rookie cards have to be in really good condition if you want those high selling prices! Wear and tear can chip away the value of even rare gems, so protect your investment with great care.

invest in microsoft or 1986 fleer basketball cards
Should Bill Gates have just stashed '86 Fleer?

We took questions from our Instagram followers recently and had Grayson (owner of Cherry Collectables) give his answers and the number question was;

What box should I buy and hold long term for investing?

'Long term, Prizm. Prizm just performs better than anything else.'

No surprises there but for people new to the hobby or returning after a long hiatus its important to take note. The other box G mentioned was a bit more surprising;

'17-18 Select is hands down I think the best product to buy right now. First-ever Zebras...Jayson Tatum is a hot rookie and will get hotter...Kyle Kuzma's a Laker potentially headed to a title with Lebron.'

For further tips from G listen to the episode linked below on our YouTube channel or you can find us on iTunes, Spotify, Google podcasts and Buzzsprout.

Buy Your Basketball Cards Today!

Still wondering where to buy basketball rookie cards in Australia? Look no further than Cherry Collectables! We started out of love for making the perfect autograph set and have all the limited edition cards for your hobby boxes. Contact us for autographed cards or that elusive NBA Stars basketball card today!

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