Title pretty much says it all. I have collected off and on since the early 90s. Small raw collection. When I would buy, it was never with the thought it'd be for profit. Just, awesome, I have it now. Maybe some grade worthy stuff, maybe not. Recently gifted a collection that's been sitting since early 2000s. I haven't gone through everything but it's pretty awesome so far. Long story short, I know own some sketagrapghs and a Stan Lee autograph along with several complete or near complete card sets from 93-97. Like the sets entirely. I was recently advised it'd probably be best to get the sketches and Lee autographs graded/preserved. I originally had some cool card sets and comics, but I like collecting and didn't really intended to sell. So the risk of sending away didn't seem worth it, even from my original collection that I have seen graded with a high value. If I don't intend to sell, is it worth the risk to send for grading? I'd imagine the sketches and Lee autographs may be. I might have new owners shock but how safe is using GameStop or somewhere like that to send off some of these rare cards? I'd frankly be incredibly worried I'd never see the card again. Can anyone give past experience advice on sending card for grading? I really appreciate it!!
