In this episode of In Cards We Trust, hosts Justin Wickizer and Neil Rock break down the recently concluded April 2025 sports card auctions from Fanatics Premier and Goldin Elite. They discuss the $162,000 record-breaking sale of the 2006-07 EX Essential Credentials Michael Jordan, the resilience of Kobe Bryant cards, and the importance of understanding provenance with LeBron James Exquisite RPAs.
The hosts also dive deep into grading company trust—debating PSA vs. Beckett vs. SGC—and how it impacts high-end card values. Plus, they reveal their all-time favorite cards, from Hank Aaron rookies to Patrick Mahomes RPAs.
📌 Key Topics Covered:
📈 2006-07 EX Essential Credentials Michael Jordan record sale
🏀 LeBron James 2003-04 Exquisite Collection RPA breakdown
✅ PSA vs. Beckett vs. SGC grading trust in 2025
🏆 Tom Brady rookie card buying opportunities
🔥 Favorite grail cards: Hank Aaron, Walter Payton, Patrick Mahomes
💬 Sports card market health and auction trends
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