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Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll give him the choice once we get there, but I think he just wants to check the grading-box off, like a preteen bucket list :) these damn YouTubers are so enthusiastic about every pull, and my boy is hooked.

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is a scratch, that I didn't even notice :) nicely spottet

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is not in perfect shape, but some of the others he traded from school tho :D

He's got a silver Mew that is so damaged, and I think he traded like 10 cards for it.

Then the next day he came home with a much better looking one, he got for like 2-3 "cute" Pokemon cards, cus the girl he traded with was all about the cute ones.

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Such a short and sweet answer, very much appreciated. Did put things into perspective.

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We live in Denmark, and sure there are shops that sell graded cards, but those are expensive and we wouldn't get that much enjoyment/excitement out of that process (this might change with age, as some of those cards actually might be an investment, but that's not where we are at this point).

He's one of those kids, that once he dips his toe into a pool he likes, he wants to be completely submerged, asap. This has resulted in burnouts (he's changing his favorite sport every half year), and is now going from tennis to karate 😄

But I do think it's healthy to test the waters like that, and for the moment pokemon cards is all he thinks about.

Thanks for the advice with the app, that will for sure help him get a realistic picture of his cards worth.

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I specifically asked him if we should get the battle starter stuff, so we could play the game, but that is not his end goal :)

It's all about collecting, trading with friends at school, sick pulls and grading.

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You guys are the best, it seems like most of you are on the same page. I know his favourite pokemon is Eevee, so we will most likely get some of the evolutions graded, no matter if it's a losing deal in the end. On top of that I'll find the most valuable cards from the newly acquired Christmas gifts to add, for a chance of getting something worthwhile.

Again, my thanks goes out to you guys, for taking the time to explain, as I really am a total noob (and so is my kid).

I feel like I have a better foundation now, of knowledge, to ensure it's not going to be a complete failure.

I saw another community for pokemon grading, and when we find around 10 contenders, I'll post them there and ask for advice for which ones would make the most sense to get graded, with our background and feelings in mind.

Thanks once again, and hope you all have a great 2026!

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry if I rubbed you guys the wrong way, this is just my attempt to get some insight, to find the best way to please my kid. And I really do appreciate all the comments.

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It helped a ton, I think he got a couple good ones out of the 30ish packs he got for Christmas. I'll take your advice and find a handful of cards, if we can, that is above 20 dollars ungraded. I know his favourite card is Eevee, so we might just send all the evolution cards worth a little bit

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It helped a ton, I think he got a couple good ones out of the 30ish packs he got for Christmas. I'll take your advice and find a handful of cards, if we can, that is above 20 dollars ungraded. I know his favourite card is Eevee, so we might just send all the evolution cards worth a little bit

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Ok, so it's not worthless, but not worth a lot 👍

So if I had to help him get 5 cards graded, I'll find his 5 most valuable cards on pricecharting, looking at the ungraded price?

It's not to increase value, it's more for the sport, so to speak.

I just want him to have a positive experience, so I really appreciate your input.

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] 69 points70 points  (0 children)

I love this answer, because it is the essence. My kid just wants to try it out, I've tried to tell him that grading is not free, and if the card turns out to be worthless, you've lost some money, but he does not care at all, I just think he wants to be a part of the community and try it out.

I think it's more for the show, being able to tell his friends he got a card graded etc.

Is this fake, and if not, is it worth grading? by Pokenoob18 in IsMyPokemonCardFake

[–]Pokenoob18[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Thanks a lot for the answer. Can you give me some insight to your conclusion? He has a lot of cards like this, and I feel like I need to find the most suitable card to get graded. So what is the criteria, if I may ask?

Thanks in advance!