Magic and Pokemon Sell cards

That’s our service promise to you:

• Fair, transparent prices
  
• Fast, no-obligation Offer
  
• 100% customer satisfaction is our goal
  

Your benefits when you sell to us:

1. Fast, honest, and transparent:
   We treat your cards with respect and ensure a fast, fair, and transparent process – with no hidden conditions.
   
2. Reliability and trust:
   At cardcosmos, you can count on professional, personal support – from your inquiry to payment.
   
3. Same Price, whether sorted or unsorted:
   You always receive the same fair purchase price, regardless of whether your cards are pre-sorted or not.
   
4. Thorough evaluation of every card:
   Each card is checked individually to ensure you get the best possible Price for your Collection.
   
5. Free shipping on purchases of €500 or more:
   If your Offer reaches at least €500, we’ll cover shipping – insured and conveniently from your home.
   
6. Also suitable for large collections:
   For especially large collections, we’ll work with you to find a tailored solution – including insured shipping or a personal handover.
   

Our goal is to make sure you feel completely comfortable when selling your cards.

At cardcosmos, fairness, transparency, and trust come first – so you can be sure: Your Collection is in good hands.

If you’re not satisfied with anything during the process, just message us support@cardcusmos.com

What counts as a valuable card?

For Magic: The Gathering, valuable cards can usually be identified by a gold symbol (Rare) or red symbol (Mythic Rare).

For Pokémon, these are usually holo, reverse holo, or Full Art cards, EX, GX, V, VSTAR, VMAX, or rare Promo cards.

Valuable cards are considered to be cards with an estimated individual value of at least €5 or that are especially popular with collectors.

We assess every card individually so you always receive the best possible and realistic market price, whether it's from a new or older edition.

If you're unsure how many valuable cards you have

If you're not sure which of your cards are valuable, you can simply send us photos of your Collection.

This helps our team quickly assess the size and value of your card collection.

Here's the best way to do it:

1. Photograph your valuable cards:
   
   For Magic: Take photos of Rare- (gold symbol) and Mythic Rare cards (red symbol).
   
   Up to 32 cards (four rows of eight cards each) can be shown in one picture.
   
   The cards can stay in the Binders or Binder.
   
   If you have foils, please mark them briefly (e.g., with a small Dice or Sticker).
   
   For Pokémon: Photograph all holo, reverse holo, Full Art, EX, GX, V, VSTAR, VMAX and Promo cards,
   
   that you consider particularly valuable or rare.
   
   
2. Also show us an overview of your Collection:
   
   One or two photos of your standard cards (e.g., commons, uncommons, basic lands, trainer cards) are enough.
   
   This helps us better assess the size of your Collection.
   
3. Upload photos:
   
   Simply upload your images using the Contact form or our upload page.
   
   Alternatively, you can also submit them by email.
   

As soon as we receive your photos, one of our experienced buyers will review your Collection and give you a realistic estimate of the current market value of your cards – quickly, transparently, and fairly.

Valuable cards

For particularly sought-after or rare cards—such as Pokémon EX, GX, V, VMAX, VSTAR, full-art or Promo cards, as well as Magic: The Gathering Rares and Mythic Rares—we offer up-to-date purchase prices.

Depending on the edition, Condition, Language and current stock, we pay up to 70% of the usual market price.

Other cards

For rare or competitively strong cards with a market value of up to €20, we generally pay around 60% of the market price.

For cards with a market value of up to €5, we pay 10 – 50% of the market price, depending on demand and Condition.

Bulk cards

We define bulk as cards with no significant individual value—in other words, cards with a market value of under €0.50, often Commons, Uncommons, basic lands or common Pokémon cards.

Our purchase prices for bulk cards are:

• Magic: The Gathering – Rares & Mythics: €0.05 per card
  
• Magic: The Gathering – Commons & Uncommons: €1 per 1,000 cards
  
• Pokémon – Commons, Trainer and Energy cards: €1 per 1,000 cards
  
• Pokémon Holo and Reverse Holo cards (not competitively strong): €0.05 per card
  

At cardcosmos, we value fair and transparent prices.

All purchase prices are regularly adjusted to reflect current market conditions and demand, so you always receive a fair, market-based valuation.

At cardcosmos, you can sell your Pokémon cards easily, safely, and fairly. We’re a specialized TCG shop in Germany and buy individual cards, collections, and bulk lots. Compared to platforms like eBay or Kleinanzeigen, you save time, fees, and negotiations because you receive a transparent purchase offer directly.

The value of Pokémon cards depends, among other things, on the edition, Rarity, Condition, and current market demand. At cardcosmos, we assess your cards expertly based on real market prices. You can simply send us your cards or contact us in advance for a realistic estimate.

Pokémon cards worth around €100 or more are often:

• Secret Rares and Alternate Art cards
  
• older WOTC cards (e.g., Base Set, Neo, Team Rocket)
  
• cards in good condition with PSA, BGS, or CGC grading
  
• popular Pokémon such as Charizard, Pikachu, Mewtwo, or Rayquaza
  

We assess these cards individually and in line with the market at cardcosmos.

Very valuable Pokémon cards worth over €1,000 are usually:

• First Edition cards
  
• PSA 10 or BGS 10 graded cards
  
• Base Set Charizard, Trophy Cards, or Promo rarities
  
• extremely rare tournament or event cards
  

cardcosmos also discreetly and professionally buys high-value individual cards and premium collections.

You can have your Pokémon cards appraised directly by cardcosmos. We analyze your cards based on current sales data and market prices. The appraisal is realistic and not artificially inflated, giving you a reliable basis for making a decision.

cardcosmos buys both affordable cards and valuable Pokémon cards in the higher price range. As an established retailer serving Collectors and investors, we’re genuinely interested in high-quality individual cards, collections, and graded cards.

Yes. At cardcosmos, you can sell Pokémon cards as bulk. Bulk cards are usually common or non-holo cards with little individual value. They are purchased in collections and assessed separately. Ideal if you want to sell large quantities easily.

Both options are possible. Selling online gives you a simple shipping process, while selling in-store lets you drop off your items in person. cardcosmos offers you both options—transparent, secure, and hassle-free.

• Specialized TCG retailer
• Fair market-based buyback prices
• We buy single cards, collections & bulk
• No sales risk, no platform fees
• Personal support & transparent processing

At cardcosmos, you can sell your Magic: The Gathering cards easily, safely, and at fair market prices. As a specialized TCG shop, we buy individual cards, complete collections, and bulk lots. You save on selling fees and price negotiations, and avoid the risks of platforms like eBay or classified ad sites.

Valuable Magic cards are often:

• older cards (e.g., Alpha, Beta, Revised, Urza block)
  
• cards from the Reserved List
  
• powerful staples for Commander, Modern, or Legacy
  
• mythic rares, foils, and special promos
  
• cards in good condition or graded

We assess every card individually and in line with market value.

Rare Magic cards can be identified by, among other things:

• the rarity symbol (Rare, Mythic)
• special Foil versions
• low print runs or older editions
• strong demand in the game or collector market

If you’re unsure, cardcosmos will provide an expert assessment.

The value of a Magic card depends mainly on:

• Condition (Near Mint fetches significantly higher prices)
• edition and Language
• playability in popular formats
  
• current market demand

cardcosmos is based on real market prices, not unrealistic wishful thinking.

Yes, German Magic cards can be valuable too. There is steady demand, especially for older sets, Reserved List cards, or heavily played staples. Although English cards often fetch slightly higher prices, we’re happy to buy German Magic cards.

Magic cards worth around €100 or more are often:

• Reserved List cards like dual lands
• strong Commander staples
• older foils or promos
• Cards in excellent Condition from early editions

We evaluate these cards individually and transparently.

Yes. Magic: The Gathering is one of the most stable trading card markets worldwide. Many cards increase in value over the long term or maintain a high price level for years – especially playable cards and collectibles.

The Price for 1,000 Magic cards depends heavily on their contents. Pure bulk without valuable cards is usually worth a low two-digit amount. However, if the cards include rares, foils, or older editions, their value can be significantly higher. cardcosmos also evaluates large quantities fairly and transparently.

Yes. At cardcosmos, you can sell Magic cards as bulk. Bulk usually includes common, inexpensive cards with no high individual value. Ideal if you want to free up space and easily sell large quantities.

• Specialized Magic and TCG retailer
• Fair market-based buyback prices
• We buy individual cards, collections & bulk
• No selling fees or price negotiations
• Fast, transparent processing

Yes, older Magic: The Gathering cards can be very valuable. Cards from early sets such as Alpha, Beta, Unlimited, Revised, or the Urza block often fetch high prices. Cards on the so-called Reserved List are also in lasting demand because they are no longer reprinted. The exact value depends heavily on Condition, set, Language, and demand.

You can check the value of Magic cards on online marketplaces, price databases, or directly with specialist dealers. At cardcosmos, you can have your Magic cards professionally inspected and appraised. We base our valuations on real market prices and recent sales, not unrealistic asking prices.

Good Magic cards are recognized above all by:

• high power level in formats such as Commander, Modern, or Legacy
• inclusion on the Reserved List
• popularity among players and collectors
• earlier edition or special version (Foil, Promo)

If you’re unsure, cardcosmos will provide an expert assessment for you.

The value of Black Lotus depends heavily on its edition and Condition. A Black Lotus from Alpha or Beta can be worth tens of thousands of euros, depending on its condition and Grading. Even heavily played copies from Unlimited still fetch very high prices. cardcosmos also discreetly and professionally buys high-value single cards like Black Lotus.

An old Magic card is often rare if it:

• comes from an early edition
• is on the Reserved List
• has a low print run
• was released as a Promo or special version
  

The absence of modern card symbols can also indicate that a card is very old.

The value of a Magic card mainly depends on:

• Condition (Near Mint is especially valuable)
• set and Language
• playability in popular formats
• current market demand

cardcosmos always evaluates cards based on actual sales data.

There are apps and scanners that provide price overviews. However, these often show only rough estimates or asking prices. For a realistic valuation, we recommend having a specialized dealer such as cardcosmos assess it, as Condition and demand are taken into account accurately.

The most valuable items include:

• Reserved List cards
• powerful staples
• older editions
• foils, promos, and collector cards
• well-preserved singles

Collections can also be worth a lot overall.

We buy cards from the trading card games Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, Disney Lorcana, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Star Wars: Unlimited, Flesh and Blood and Topps.

We’re also happy to assess other TCG collections, especially those containing valuable or rare cards.

Whether you have single cards, complete decks, or entire collections, at cardcosmos you always receive a fair valuation and transparent process.

Yes, we generally buy all Pokémon and Magic cards – regardless of edition or rarity.

If the preliminary valuation shows that your cards are worth less than the applicable Shipping costs, we will of course let you know in advance.

This ensures that selling is worthwhile for you and that you always receive a fair and transparent assessment.

Yes, we buy Pokémon and Magic cards in all languages.

Please note, however, that our buy prices for German and English cards are generally somewhat higher, as these have the highest demand on the market.

Cards in other languages are of course also evaluated and bought fairly.

No, at cardcosmos, we don’t just buy valuable cards. We buy a wide range of Pokémon and Magic cards – from older classics to the latest editions.

Whether they’re rare rares, powerful cards, foils or bulk – you can sell us all your cards.

We accept both individual cards and entire collections and value everything fairly, whether they’re old Pokémon editions or current Magic sets.

No, of course not. The process at cardcosmos is simple and transparent:

• Once your cards have arrived, you’ll receive a final Offer with the exact purchase price.
  
• You can then decide for yourself whether or not you want to accept the Offer.
  
• If you agree, we’ll keep the cards and transfer the agreed amount to you within two business days.
  
• If you’d rather keep your cards, we’ll of course send them back to you at our expense.
  

Important: Please always let us know before sending in your Pokémon or Magic cards.

This way, we can work together to determine the best and most affordable option for you.

The Condition of your cards plays an important role when we buy them, as it affects the Price.

As is customary in the TCG world, we distinguish between the following categories:

Near Mint (NM), Lightly Played (LP), Moderately Played (MP), Heavily Played (HP) and Damaged.

If you're unsure about individual Pokémon or Magic cards, feel free to send us photos for an assessment.

In the Contact form, you can specify which cards you need help assessing the condition of - ideally, include clear photos of the front and back.

This allows us to quickly and accurately tell you what purchase price we can offer for your cards.

No, we generally can’t pay the full Cardmarket price trend.

We’re also a commercial seller on Cardmarket, so when buying Pokémon and Magic cards, we have to factor in our ongoing costs (e.g. fees, shipping, storage).

When you sell to cardcosmos, you benefit from several advantages:

• You can sell your entire Collection all at once - with no hassle.
  
• You’ll receive your money quickly and securely once your cards have been checked.
  
• No need to package and ship each card individually or negotiate prices.
  
• No customer complaints or returns like on marketplaces.
  

This saves you time, effort, and fees - while still getting you a fair, transparent purchase price for your cards.

A custom template isn’t necessary. However, if you’d like to send us a list, it should include the following information:

• Card name
• Edition (e.g., set name for Pokémon or Magic
• Language of the card
• Foil / Non-Foil (or Holo / Non-Holo for Pokémon)
• Number of cards
• Condition (e.g., NM, LP, MP, HP, DMG)
  

If you don’t have a list, you can simply send us photos of your cards or Collection – this is often the faster and easier option.

You can also send us exports from popular collection tools such as Delver Lens, Moxfield, or PokéCollector.

We’ll evaluate it for you afterward.

Yes, of course – we buy Pokémon and Magic cards from all over Europe.

Many of our sellers come from Austria, Switzerland, the Benelux countries, France, Italy, or Scandinavia.

For larger or particularly valuable collections, we also offer insured courier pickups.

For collections worth over €500, we cover the shipping or pickup costs in full.

No matter where you live – selling your cards to cardcosmos is easy, secure, and possible throughout Europe.

Shipping depends on the quantity and value of your cards.

Before you send us your Pokémon or Magic cards, please fill out our Contact form. One of our team members will then discuss the exact process and safest shipping method with you.

For larger or particularly valuable collections, we cover Shipping costs or arrange insured pickup so your cards arrive safely.

Shipping depends on the quantity and value of your cards:

• Small quantities (e.g., a few individual cards):
  
  We recommend shipping them in a tracked letter to make sure your cards arrive safely.
  
• Larger quantities or entire collections:
  
  We recommend sending your cards as an insured parcel. This way, they're fully protected if anything happens during transit.
  
• For card values of €500 or more, we cover the Shipping costs or, if you prefer, arrange an insured pickup directly from your home.
  

Please make sure your Pokémon or Magic cards are well protected, packed flat, and safeguarded against moisture.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept liability until the shipment has arrived safely at our premises.

If you're unsure which shipping option is best, we're happy to help—just write to us using the Contact form.

We then recommend sending your cards securely in a padded envelope or small package.

• Protect your cards with Sleeves, Toploader, cardboard, or Deck boxes so they don't get bent or damaged.
  
• If possible, use bubble wrap or packing paper to fill any empty space in the envelope or package.
  
• Make sure the cards cannot move during transport.
  
• Especially for Pokémon or Magic rares, promos, or foils, sturdy packaging is essential to preserve the Condition.

To make sure your Collection arrives safely, please follow these tips:

• Remove the cards from binders or sleeves – we prefer loose cards for faster evaluation.
  
• Valuable cards (with an individual value of around €10 or more) can stay in sleeves or Deck boxes.
  
• It's best to pack the cards in Fat Packs, Bundle boxes, cardboard boxes, or Booster boxes.
  
• Make sure all cards face the same direction to protect corners and edges.
  
• Fill empty space in the package with bubble wrap or paper so nothing shifts.
  
• Also ship the cards in a sturdy shipping box – it's the safest method.

• Do not use rubber bands – they can permanently damage cards.
  
• Never pack more than two cards per Toploader.
  
• Insert cards carefully – too much pressure can damage corners or surfaces.

Yes, please remove all cards from binders and sleeves before sending them in.

Collections that arrive already sorted and without sleeves can be checked and evaluated faster by our team.

Valuable cards with an individual value over €10 (e.g., rare Pokémon or Magic cards) may remain in sleeves or top loaders to prevent damage.

Yes, we strongly recommend sending your Pokémon or Magic cards using an insured and trackable shipping service.

This ensures that your shipment can be tracked at all times and is covered in the event of damage.

Before shipping, please check the insurance coverage for your package.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept liability for shipments until they have arrived safely with us.

For larger or valuable collections, we can, if you wish, cover the Shipping costs or arrange insured pickup directly from you.

Our shipping address is:

cardcosmos - TML Trade GmbH
Eckernförderstraße 9
24894 Tolk
Germany

Important:
Please always contact us in advance before sending us your Pokémon or Magic cards.

This way, we can determine the best shipping option and procedure for you together - especially for larger or valuable collections.

Valuable cards

For particularly valuable Pokémon or Magic cards, we pay up to 70% of the current market price, depending on factors such as Language, Condition, demand, and stock. The purchase price is calculated daily.

General cards

• For cards with a market value of up to around €20, we generally pay about 60% of the current market price.
  
• For cards worth up to around €5, the purchase price is usually between 10% and 50% of the market price.
  

Bulk cards

We define bulk as cards that have no additional play or collectible value - usually with a market value of under €0.50.

Our purchase prices for these are:

• Rares & Mythics: €0.05 per card
  
• Commons & Uncommons: €1 per 1,000 cards

At cardcosmos, you can choose from various payout options:

• Store Credit (+10% bonus):
  Perfect if you want to buy new Pokémon or Magic cards from us. You’ll receive 10% extra value on your balance.
  
• Bank transfer:
  Secure and directly to your account - completely free of charge.
  
• PayPal:
  Fast and easy. Please note that small fees may apply here.
  
• Cash payment in store:
  If you bring your cards in person, you can have your money paid out to you in cash right there.

Payment is made quickly and reliably, depending on the method you choose:

• Store credit or cash payment: immediately after accepting the offer.
  
• Bank transfer or PayPal: usually within two business days after the sale is confirmed.

Yes! If you choose Store Credit, you’ll receive a +10% bonus on the total purchase value at cardcosmos.

Perfect if you want to use your balance directly toward new Pokémon or Magic cards in the store.

Instead of getting the value of your cards paid out in cash, you can choose store credit at cardcosmos. In return, you receive a +10% bonus credit on the total amount.

• Example: Instead of €100 in cash, you get €110 in store credit.
  
• You can use your credit directly in the shop to buy new Pokémon or Magic cards.
  
• If you wish, you can also choose a combination of store credit and cash payout.
  

This way, you benefit twice - a fair offer and an extra bonus for your next purchase.

cardcosmos is one of Germany's leading specialist retailers for Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and other trading card games.

Our team buys and sells thousands of cards every day - from current sets to rare collectibles from previous editions.

We are an official WPN store with our own brick-and-mortar store, and we regularly attend events, tournaments, and conventions.

This is how we combine online retail with a genuine sense of community.

Here you can learn more about us and our team.

Our company headquarters are in Tolk, Schleswig-Holstein (Germany).

You can find us at

Eckernförderstraße 9, 24894 Tolk.

At our store, you can not only sell or drop off your cards directly,

but also buy Pokémon-, Magic- and other TCG products in person and take part in events and tournaments.

You can find more details in our legal notice.