Sell comics, cards, and pop culture at auction
Comic books, sports and trading cards, toys, and memorabilia, offered to collectors who bid from around the world.
- Complimentary estimates, no obligation
- Payment typically within 30 days
- Virginia firm license #1086
Collections built over a lifetime deserve a proper sale
Long runs of comics and binders of cards are easy to undervalue. Condition, key issues, and complete runs matter, and competitive bidding rewards them.
Our Comic Chronicles series sold one collector’s lifetime of comics, spanning 75 years of comic book history, across three auctions that drew 61,480 views and 379 registered bidders.
What we sell
- Golden, Silver, and Bronze Age comics
- Sports cards and autographs
- Pokémon, Magic, and other trading card games
- Action figures and toys
- Movie, TV, and music memorabilia
- Video games and consoles
Recent results in comics and pop culture
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Lot 133 2018 Donruss Optics Card Collection Realized$400
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Lot 250 Joe Dimaggio-Signed Ball in Blue Ink Realized$325
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Lot 248A Atlanta Braves Player Autographed Cards Realized$190
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Lot 230 Ripken #616 Error Card & Alternate Version Realized$190
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Lot 134 Golf Balls Realized$190
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Lot 148 Freddie Freeman Autographed Ball Realized$180
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Lot 106 1984 Kirby Puckett #U-93 CGC 7 Graded Card Realized$180
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Lot 225 2003 NL All-Star Team Signed Baseball Realized$170
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Lot 223 HOF Tom Seaver Inscribed Baseball Realized$150
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Lot 145 Barry Bonds Signed Ball in Blue Ink Realized$140
Comic Chronicles: 75 years of comic book history
In the summer of 2023, a lifetime collection of rare and iconic comics came to auction in three parts, from Heroes Unleashed to Legends in Ink and Pages of Power, drawing collectors from around the world.
- 61,480 auction views
- 379 registered bidders
Talk to Jim Weigl
Jim founded Blue Box Auction Gallery in 2020, after more than a decade in the auction industry. As auctioneer and appraiser, he and the team work closely with consignors, from the first photos to the final bid.
How selling comics and collectibles works
Send photos
Photograph the front and back of key comics and cards, and a few photos of long boxes or binders to show the size of the collection. Keep everything in its sleeves.
Get a complimentary estimate
A specialist reviews your photos and tells you what your comics and collectibles could bring at auction. Estimates from photos are preliminary until we see them in person.
We research and catalog
Once you consign, we inspect, photograph, and describe each lot, then market the sale to collectors and buyers.
Auction and payment
Bidders compete in the auction. Afterward you receive a settlement statement, and payment is typically issued within 30 days, once the buyer has paid.
Questions about selling comics and cards
Should I have my comics or cards graded first?
Not before you talk to us. For the right items, grading can add value, and we can tell you which pieces are worth it before you spend money.
How should I store them until the sale?
Keep comics and cards flat, dry, and out of sunlight, in bags, boards, sleeves, or toploaders if you have them. Do not try to press, clean, or repair them.
What does it cost to sell at auction?
Our commission is deducted from the hammer price after the sale, and terms depend on the type and value of what you are selling. We explain the commission and any other charges in writing before you consign.
How and when do I get paid?
After the auction you receive a settlement statement showing what each lot sold for and any agreed fees. Payment is typically issued within 30 days of the auction closing, once the buyer’s payment has cleared.
Can I set a minimum price?
Yes, on certain items. A reserve is the lowest price you will accept, agreed with us before the auction. If bidding does not reach it, the item does not sell.
Get a complimentary estimate for your comics and collectibles
Tell us what you have and add a few photos. A specialist will reply with an auction estimate and the next steps.
- Complimentary estimate, no obligation
- Consignments accepted nationwide; we travel for significant collections
Prefer to talk? Call (757) 550-0285, Monday to Friday.
Not ready to send photos yet?
Start with a complimentary guide or a short quiz.
How to Photograph Items for an Auction Estimate
Simple phone-camera tips that help our specialists give you a faster, more accurate auction estimate: light, angles, marks, condition, and what to send.
Consignment Guidelines: What We Accept
What Blue Box Auction Gallery accepts for auction, what we cannot, the minimum value per lot, and how consigning works from the first photos to payment.
Is Auction Right for Me?
A five-question quiz that suggests the best way to sell what you have: auction, an estate sale, an appraisal first, or a conversation.