Matt Johnson

From a young age, Matt dove deep into sports card valuation, turning to esteemed price guides like Beckett and Tuff Stuff. Eventually he extended to Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and Yu-Gi-Oh!. With a vision to sustain and nurture the hobby he loved, Matt established the 'Graded Card Investor' YouTube channel and website. He aims to foster a healthy community and offer invaluable insights to those entering the world of sports cards and TCGs. His depth of understanding, from the card market's 2020 pinnacle to its 1990s valleys, is consistently fortified by meticulous research.

Top 15 Barry Sanders Football Cards & Rookie Card Values

Introduction to Barry Sanders Football Cards Hey football fans, collectors, and enthusiasts it’s Matt with Graded Card Investor back with another article. So, gather around and listen closely, for we are about to embark on a journey of discovery and delight. His name is Barry Sanders, and we are here to uncover the crown jewels […]

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Baseball Card Values: Guide to Finding Their Worth

Introduction to Finding Baseball Card Value The timeless pursuit of collecting baseball cards has been a cherished pastime for fans, young and old, spanning generations of enthusiasts. As the love for America’s favorite pastime continues to soar, so does the market for rare and vintage baseball cards. For the collector, determining the value of one’s

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The Best Michael Jordan Card Checklist & Price Guide

Michael Jordan Card Introduction Michael Jordan basketball cards are some of the most valuable and sought-after cards in the hobby, and there are several reasons why they are so expensive. All these factors combined make Michael Jordan basketball cards some of the hobby’s most expensive and collectible cards. Their values can fluctuate depending on various

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In-Depth Guide to Grading Baseball Cards

Introduction to grading baseball cards Grading baseball cards is the process of evaluating the condition of a card and assigning it a numerical grade. This process is essential because the condition of a card can significantly affect its value. A card in near-mint condition will be worth considerably more than a heavily worn or damaged

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Top 20 Most Valuable UFC Cards – Price Guide & Checklist

Introduction This article lists the highest-selling UFC cards, from the most affordable to the most expensive. All cards are authenticated and graded by third-party grading companies, PSA or BGS. To achieve these selling prices, the card must be graded. If you want to submit to PSA or Beckett, click the appropriate link below. If you

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Most valuable 1st Edition Pokemon Cards Checklist & Price Guide

Introduction This article lists the top 20 best Pokemon 1st edition cards, from the most affordable to the most valuable. PSA authenticated and graded every card on this list, which is why the values are so high. Remember, the market fluctuates, and prices change; for the most part, this is the order of the most

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Most Valuable & Rare Nintendo NES Games – with Price Guide

Introduction This article lists some of the highest-selling Nintendo NES recently sold at auction. These are primarily factory-sealed games in their original packaging and graded by third-party grading companies such as WATA Games and CGA. If you have a factory-sealed Nintendo NES game, consider submitting it to a third-party company for authentication and grading. For

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Best Charmander Pokemon Card with Checklist & Price Guide

Introduction Widely considered to be the favorite of the three starter Pokemon given to aspiring trainers by Professor Oak in the original Game Boy games, Charmander eventually evolves into the iconic powerhouse Charizard. There are over one hundred Charmander Pokemon cards, so who do we know which ones to collect? In this article, I cover

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The Best Stephen Curry Rookie Cards – Value & Prices

Introduction In 2009, Panini took over the basketball card market producing nearly all of the product. Because Panini was new, many collectors are unable to determine what sets from 2009 are the best. This article contains a checklist and price guide of the most valuable Stephen Curry rookie cards to invest in and collect. 2009

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