Preparing and Protecting Shipments for Safe Delivery

All high-value cards, whether sold individually or from a live opening, must be placed in a penny sleeve before packaging.

Penny sleeves protect against surface scratches and are inexpensive, making them essential for every seller.

A toploader is a hard plastic sleeve that adds rigid protection to prevent bending.

Cards should be sleeved first, then placed into a toploader for extra security.

Premium, vintage, or high-value cards may require a magnetic case for maximum protection.

These are more expensive and not commonly available in bulk, but keeping a few on hand is useful for rare or expensive pulls.

The best choice for smaller orders (such as single cards or a few toploaders).

Combine with team bags (cellophane bags) to prevent movement inside the mailer.

Best for larger orders containing multiple cards, boxed items, or heavier shipments.

Available for free at USPS locations and provide durable protection.

For larger or high-value shipments, use sturdy cardboard boxes that pass crush tests.

Packing airbags or filler materials help prevent movement inside the package.

Shipping insurance is recommended for high-value items to protect both the buyer and seller.

Insurance adds an extra cost but offers security if an item is lost or damaged in transit.