OrangenSC
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I need one in Knoxville, any ideas?
I used to be a card dealer and know a thing or two about sports cards. I don't want to burst your bubble that has been inflated from the replies, but keep 2 things in mind:
Condition is very important. A card that's worth $100 in mint condition is worth easily 25% less by simply having one corner not sharp as new, or the card not being perfectly centered. Two or more discrepancies, or something worse than those examples and the value nose dives. A professional appraiser (there are a few you can find online) will look at it under a magnifying glass with a bright light shining on it and any blemish downgrades it from mint and down goes the price. BUT, a card professionally graded is worth more than one not professionally graded of the same condition. The local dealer isn't a professional appraiser.
Whatever the card is worth, a dealer is typically only going to give you 25% or so (could be slightly more or less depending on his/her clientele) of that value. That's how they make their living and stay in business. You could sell on ebay and potentially make more, but...it's ebay and there are hassles involved.
Someone mentioned deanscards.com. You can also check psacard.com for a price guide and guidance and appraisal.
My advice to you is don't listen to any of us here re how much those cards are worth. Take them to a local dealer and see what they offer. But be careful not to get taken.
But also remember, depending on your love of baseball, the cards could be worth far more to you than what someone is willing to pay for them.