Reaping the rewards of Sports Cards

Rumor has it that a guy lost his job due to spending all his time sourcing Sport Cards from all around the world and becoming a collecting addict. Do not try it at home, leave the heavy lifting to us!

The world of alternative investments is as varied as it is fascinating. From fine art to vintage cars, investors have long sought unique opportunities to diversify their portfolios. At Splint Invest, we are excited to introduce a new and dynamic sub-category: sports cards. Starting Tuesday, July 16th, our community will have access to this burgeoning market. Traditionally, this has been a largely American phenomenon, but we’ve tapped into the right channels and partnerships to make it accessible and lucrative for our community.

It is important to note that like with any investment, this contains risk. The level is moderate for this specific category. 

The Rise of Sports Cards in the Investment Arena

Sports cards have evolved from mere collectibles into valuable investment assets. Recent auction results and record-breaking sales underscore their growing significance. For example, in August 2022, a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card sold for an astonishing $12.6 million, shattering previous records. Similarly, a LeBron James rookie card fetched $5.2 million in April 2021, highlighting the demand for rare and high-quality cards. Here is the full list of the top 10 cards ever sold. 

What Makes Sports Cards Special?

1. Rarity and Condition: The value of a sports card often hinges on its rarity and condition. Cards that are well-preserved and have a limited print run tend to be more valuable. Grading services, such as PSA and Beckett, assess the condition of cards and provide a standardized rating, which is crucial for determining value.

2. Historical Significance: Cards featuring iconic athletes or commemorating significant events hold a special place in collectors’ hearts. For instance, a card from Michael Jordan's rookie year or one celebrating a World Series win can command a premium.

3. Market Trends: The sports card market is influenced by trends in the sports world. A player’s performance, career milestones, and even media coverage can impact card values. For example, Tom Brady’s continued success and high-profile career have made his cards highly sought after.

Expertise Needed for Sports Card Investing

Investing in sports cards requires a blend of knowledge and passion. We work with the best expert partners around the world to make sure we bring only the strongest investment cases to you. 

1. Extensive Market Knowledge: Our suppliers have a deep understanding of the sports card market, including historical trends, key players, and valuable card sets. This expertise allows them to identify high-potential investment opportunities.

2. Professional Grading Skills: They are proficient in assessing the condition of sports cards and work closely with leading grading services like PSA and Beckett to ensure accurate evaluations. This guarantees that only top-quality cards are offered to our clients.

3. Authenticity Verification: Ensuring the authenticity of sports cards is paramount. Our suppliers are adept at verifying the legitimacy of cards through detailed inspections and by utilizing advanced authentication techniques.

4. Historical Insight: They have a keen sense of the historical significance of various sports cards, understanding which cards commemorate pivotal moments or feature legendary athletes, thereby recognizing their true value.

5. Networking and Sourcing: Leveraging extensive networks within the sports card community, our suppliers have access to rare and valuable cards that are often unavailable to the general public. Their connections help secure exclusive investment opportunities for our clients.

6. Trend Analysis: Staying ahead of market trends is crucial. Our suppliers continuously monitor player performance, career milestones, and market dynamics to anticipate changes in card values and make informed investment recommendations.  

By partnering with such experienced suppliers, Splint Invest ensures that our clients can confidently invest in sports cards, knowing they are backed by unparalleled expertise and access to premium assets.

Why Invest in Sports Cards with Splint Invest?

At Splint Invest, we strive to make alternative investments accessible to everyone. With our new sports card category, you can start investing with just 50 EUR. Our platform offers a curated selection of high-potential cards, ensuring that you have access to quality assets. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a newcomer, our expert team is here to guide you every step of the way. 

The expert behind our first Sport Card offering is K3Y assets. 

K3Y Asset is a hobby platform to tell stories in the hobby of card collecting in proper contexts and often in parallel to sports history and moments, while unlocking desirable attributes from key sports cards to elevate them into long term desirable assets.

K3Y Asset was founded by a well-known and respected curator and collector spinotron who has opened packs in late 90s and started collecting from the secondary market since 2009. He has completed the hardest highest end modern set 1997 E-X2001 NBA essential credentials now and future sets. He is one of only two featured collectors in the blog of Panini America over the past 15 years of latter’s exclusive NBA licensed card manufacturing. He has identified and collected many top key card categories well ahead of the time and well-versed and researched in the ever-evolving hobby landscape, and a taste-maker and curator of sports cards via his social media platform. As a sample investment, he acquired Kobe 1997 PMG Green at $16k in 2011 and the last sales were at $1.75M and $2M.

Sports cards constitute an asset class with one of highest multipliers over the last 5-15 year span among alternative investment vehicles. The market cap for sports cards calculated very conservatively could be $200B+ now and potentially reach at the trillion level in the coming years.

Join us on July 16th as we unveil this exciting new investment category. Explore the world of sports cards and unlock the potential of this dynamic market with Splint Invest.