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Thanks for the e-mail, in all those cases the value is only goes up very little. The Chris Johnson for example is a variation, but Topps Platinum is not a 'rare' set and most cards are not worth much more than a few dollars.

Typically inserts #/50 or less are considered fairly rare, and that's where you start to see a boost in value on non-autographed/jersey cards. Hope that helps, good luck with your collection.

Answer: I'm actually going to do a podcast on this very subject - but I've been pretty consistent with my recommendations over the years.

In my opinion - there are only 2 companies I think collectors really respect. PSA (public company under symbol CLCT) the other is BGS or Beckett.com version of grading. Both are pretty cool, the main difference is PSA requires to you 'join' a membership to send in cards, while BGS can take cards without a membership. Cost wise, they end up being very similar. They have different prices depending on how quickly you want your cards back ... with 60+ days being under $10 per card in most cases (I think).

If you don't want the cards back quickly - it's as low as $7 per card (for 100+ cards ... plus shipping) I found that here: Beckett PDF Submission Form

PSA is about the same, but you need to be apart of the 'Collectors Club' which does give you some perks.

Those are the two companies to send to. It then depends on what holder you like better - and PSA tends to be slightly less strict on the grades (but that's debatable). The BGS holder is very thick, and give you a detailed rating on the label on how centering, corners, edges, and surface break down on a 10pt scale. PSA I believe now has half grades, their holder is thinner - which takes up less space if you are stacking/storing these.

I like both companies - and think they both offer a good honest service. Package your cards very well, usually a box - inside another padded box - is best, but the companies will offer tips on this as well. Insure the package both ways for the full book value of the cards as well.

Other than that, it's up to you - if you have 300+ cards, I could see you trying both if you can't decide. Best of luck, follow up with me if you'd like and let me know how it goes for you. If you have any other questions let me know.

Question: I have purchased a number of Famous Fabrics First and Second Edition cards but have no idea what they are worth. Please tell me where I can find a price guide for Famous fabrics so I can price them.

Answer: Unfortunately - there isn't a true price guide for the 2010 Famous Fabric Cards. The thing you will have to try and do is research prices on your own. Specifically off eBay - to see what certain cards are ending for.

Check Out My Cards has 106 cards for sale from 2010 Famous Fabrics. This will give you an idea what people are asking for those specific cards.

Hopefully eBay and COMC can give you enough data so that you have an idea what your cards might be worth. Let me know if you have any other questions.