Junk Wax Queen: How Cards Became a Pandemic Passion Project PT2
Description
Card collecting is evolving beyond the stereotype of older, middle-aged men, with collectors of all ages and backgrounds entering the hobby for different reasons and with different approaches to building their collections.
• Card value varies based on rarity factors like special prints, patches, and autographs
• The pandemic caused an overnight explosion in collecting when people at home rekindled their interest
• Setting a separate account for card purchases helps maintain financial boundaries
• Collect what you like rather than chasing prospects or market hype
• Cards with personal meaning often bring more joy than those with high monetary value
• The social aspect of collecting connects people at shows and through trading communities
• Modern collecting spans multiple sports, creating diverse collector identities
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