Trades and Appraisals

Note - we are pausing on all purchases or trades until 12/1

Looking to sell your collection, trade cards, or get an expert appraisal? Fan-Tastic Cards & Comics offers fair, transparent pricing for Pokémon cards and sport cards.

Free Collection Appraisals

Bring your cards or comics to our Asheville store for a free, no-obligation appraisal. Our knowledgeable staff will evaluate your collection using real-time market data from industry-leading pricing tools.

What We Appraise:

• Pokémon cards (English and Japanese)
• Sports cards (baseball, basketball, football, hockey)
• Comic books and graphic novels
• Graded cards (PSA, BGS, CGC, SGC)
  

How It Works:

• Bring up to 20 items to our store for a free appraisal during business hours.
• For larger collections (20+ items), please schedule an appointment
• Our staff evaluates condition, authenticity, and current market value
• We use TCGPlayer, eBay sold listings, and Sports Card Pro for pricing
• Receive honest, fair valuations with no obligation to sell

For larger collections (20+ items), we recommend scheduling an appointment to ensure we can give your collection the time and attention it deserves.

What to Expect During Your Appraisal:

• Honest, fair market valuations based on current prices
• Authentication and condition assessment
• Recommendations for grading high-value cards
• Buy offers for items we're interested in purchasing
• Storage and preservation advice
• Transparent explanations of how we determine value

We believe in transparent, fair pricing from fellow collectors who care about the hobby.