October 29th 2024.
In the world of Pokémon, collecting and trading cards has always been a beloved pastime for fans. And for one lucky collector, it recently paid off in a big way. A Gengar card, a popular and rare Pokémon, was put up for auction on eBay and ended up netting its owner a massive profit.
Back in the 1990s and 2000s, trading cards was a major deal for many fans. It was a time when you could easily swap your Snorlax for your friend's Alakazam, just for the fun of it. But as the years have passed, the landscape has changed drastically. With the cards no longer in production, completing a collection now requires serious cash, with certain rare cards selling for hundreds of thousands of pounds.
But for one devoted fan, the risk was worth it. They took a chance and purchased a Japanese Gengar Vmax card for $400. After having it graded, they were able to sell it for a whopping $8,000. This unexpected windfall allowed them to buy an engagement ring for their partner and even take a well-deserved vacation.
The lucky collector, who goes by the username Lets-Work-Together, shared their story on Reddit with an image of the coveted Gengar alternative art card. At the time, it had already received 15 bids on eBay, with the winning bid reaching a staggering £6,100. Lets-Work-Together explained that they had bought the card three years ago at a local card shop and then had it graded, resulting in a perfect 10 out of 10 score. This turned out to be a 20 times return on their initial investment.
But it wasn't just about the money for Lets-Work-Together. They shared that they are a disabled veteran and had originally planned on keeping the card for over 20 years. However, the unexpected opportunity to propose to their partner with an engagement ring and a romantic getaway was too good to pass up.
The post also revealed that Lets-Work-Together has a love for Gengar, as they have a collection of six other Japanese Gengar cards, all but one of which have also received a perfect score of 10. It's clear that this collector has a passion for the ghostly Pokémon.
The world of Pokémon investment has seen a boom in recent years, with a subreddit dedicated to the topic, appropriately named PokeInvesting, boasting over 100,000 members. Here, fans can share their thoughts on buying and selling rare cards. However, there have also been cautionary tales, such as when content creator Logan Paul unknowingly purchased a fake 1st Edition Base Set Pokémon Trading Card Game box for a whopping $3.5 million. And Twitch streamer PayMoneyWubby was scammed when he purchased a pack of Magic: The Gathering cards for £37,000, only to later find out they had been altered.
The trading card market has also been affected by a company that offers to reveal the contents of booster packs for a fee. This has caused some concern among fans, with one saying it could mean "the death of the loose pack market."
While the world of Pokémon investment may have its ups and downs, it's clear that for Lets-Work-Together, it has been a profitable and rewarding journey. And for fans looking to submit their own stories or share their love for all things Pokémon, there are various ways to get involved, including through email, comments, Twitter, and newsletters. With so much excitement and opportunity in the world of Pokémon, it's no wonder it continues to capture the hearts of fans all over the world.
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