Collectible Cards
& Trading Card Games

The Department

First auction house in Europe to open a department dedicated to the sale of collectible cards, Aguttes totaled 263,000 euros for its first "First Edition" sale, winning the approval of collectors. The rare nature of the cards presented in this sale justified their auctioning. Among the most coveted cards, Pokémon lots conquered the European market while Magic The Gathering © cards found buyers internationally thanks to the house's global reputation and powerful, targeted communication efforts.

Building on this success and attentive to new collector interests, the department is seeking new collectible cards (TCG – Trading Card Game), sports cards, and sports memorabilia for its next auction. The market for these precious items has exploded in France and Europe in recent years. Rare collectible cards captivate enthusiasts of all ages, as evidenced by the proliferation of dedicated conventions and their growing visibility on social media.

The house is honored to work on this specialty in close collaboration with François Thierry, a renowned expert in the world of collectible cards. With nearly 20 years of experience as a collector, François Thierry founded and directed one of the leading grading companies, MTG Grade, and collaborated with the most prestigious names in the TCG universe. Whether you are an avid enthusiast, a shrewd investor, or a seasoned connoisseur, our expert will assist you in appraising your collectible cards, selling, or acquiring them.

François Thierry's personal passion and professional experience allow us to organize auctions highlighting the most legendary cards (Pokémon, Magic The Gathering ©, Rookie, Alpha or Arabian Nights boxes) around major market events like the Paris Card Show and Gala TCG.

TCG (Trading Card Games) Collectible Cards

Rare Pokémon cards (the first edition of Charizard from 1999), Magic the Gathering cards (the entire Power Nine P9 including the "Black Lotus"), sealed boxes of Alpha and Arabian Nights first editions are particularly sought after by vintage TCG card collectors. Unique cards, such as Fortnite prototypes or misprints (cards with printing errors), also interest our buyers.

Sports Collectible Cards

Basketball, football, hockey, baseball… After the United States, the market for sports collectible cards is booming in France. Sports enthusiasts, seasoned collectors, and investors covet these first edition cards (Rookie cards), as well as those in limited and numbered series (notably 1/1) or autographed. Sports cards of the most famous players (1986 Fleer card of Michael Jordan No. 57, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Pelé, Maradona, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé…) or related to sports events (Panini cards from the 70, 74, and 78 World Cups) are also prized.

Sports Memorabilia

Long sold separately, sports memorabilia can now be sold with cards. Our department plans to include in its sales objects, instruments, and sports accessories (balls, rackets, jerseys, helmets, medals) related to major sporting events (Olympic Games, World Cups, Tournaments) or signed by famous players (posters, photographs, tickets, and signed documents).

Authenticating Your Cards and Unique Purchase Security

With the creation of this department, Aguttes offers sellers and buyers a premium intermediation service for the most prized collectible cards on the market (exclusive, graded cards and sealed products).

Our department's expertise ensures the quality and authenticity of the cards, providing a selective sale to our buyers and fostering a climate of trust. Our expert collaborates with a recognized grading company to authenticate and certify your cards, presenting them in the best conditions. It is essential to qualify potential buyers, targeting a wide but also specific audience. We aim to gather as many potential buyers as possible by communicating in specific regions or broadly internationally, competing different buyer profiles, from the youngest to the most seasoned, including investors. This sales strategy creates a genuine event, encouraging enthusiastic participation from buyers and driving up auction prices.

A recognized trusted third party, Aguttes offers additional security to card buyers compared to market digital platforms. Our expert's card descriptions hold the house accountable for the transactions made. Collectors and investors can physically view the cards offered for sale during private appointments or public exhibitions. Just like all the artworks entrusted to the house, collectible cards benefit from the house's professionalism and guarantees in terms of conservation, handling, and transfer of responsibility.

Achieving World Records with International Buyers

With its strong communication capabilities and international buyers, the house regularly achieves world records. The house offers a unique communication strength and provides sellers with modern and targeted tools for effective international dissemination. We pay special attention to the production of the auction catalog, both in its design and content, whether in paper or fully digital format. During our campaigns, we mobilize buyers from our portfolio in all specialties and identified potential buyers. We communicate with them using various channels; online and offline advertisements, social networks, emailings, media, influencers, auction platforms with quality and adapted supports; image, text, and video…

Free and Confidential Appraisals of Your TCG and Sports Collectible Cards

Our specialist is at your disposal to appraise your TCG and sports collectible cards, providing you with professional expertise and advice on sales or investments. Discover our sales and our offices.