Hall-of-Fame Heroes
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1991 Upper Deck Emmitt Smith (#172) NM HOFer, Cowboys Legend ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1983 Donruss Robin Yount (#258) NM HOFer, Brewers Legend ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1989 Score Reggie White (#92) NM HOFer, “Minister of Defense” ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1978 Topps Fran Tarkenton (#100) EX HOFer, Vikings Legend ^GRUMPYBUCK^
Regular price $4.25 USDRegular priceUnit price / per

Collectibles: Our Connection to the Past
Why do we love collectibles? Because they create real connections, bringing our memories of times long past to life. That's why Grumpy Buck exists: To celebrate sports history and to make the players, teams, and games that live on in our minds exist in real life.
Explore Our Featured Collections
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Hall of Famers
Step into greatness with our Hall of Fame Collection — a tribute...
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Magazines & Programs
Step back in time and relive the moments that shaped sports history...

Step Back in Time
Find cards and collectibles of your all-time favorite players, or get in touch with us if you can't find what you're looking for — we're here to help.
Rookies We Loved Watching
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1989 Pro Set Derrick Thomas (#498) NM Rookie Card, Chiefs Legend ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1972 Topps Chris Chambliss (#142) EX Rookie Card, Yankees/Indians ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1976 Topps Rookie OFs (#592) NM Chet Lemon/Ellis Valentine/Whitfield ^GRUMPYBUCK
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1986 Donruss The Rookies Bo Jackson (#38) NM Rookie Card, 2 Sports ^GRUMPYBUCK^
Regular price $19.50 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
Why Grumpy Buck?
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For Love of the Games
We didn't start collecting to make money. We started because there was (and still is) something exhilirating about ripping into a wax pack and finding a car of your favorite player.
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Service Excellence
We do things right. All orders are shipped promptly and with care. Cards are always placed in penny sleeves inside non-rigid card savers. When you have questions, we have anwers.
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Fair Pricing
We'll say it again: This ain't about the money. We price collectibles fairly because we love doing this — and because we love helping other fans connect to their sports memories.
His 'Airness'
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1989 SI for Kids Michael Jordan (#16) EX HOFer, Bulls GOAT ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1992–93 Upper Deck Michael Jordan (#P5) MINT HOFer, Bulls Champion ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1993–94 Upper Deck Michael Jordan (#23) NM HOFer, Bulls Great ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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Sports Illustrated - March 27, 1995 - Michael Jordan's Comeback ^GRUMPYBUCK^
Regular price $7.25 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
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Topps: The Original
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1972 Topps Chris Chambliss (#142) EX Rookie Card, Yankees/Indians ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1976 Topps Rookie OFs (#592) NM Chet Lemon/Ellis Valentine/Whitfield ^GRUMPYBUCK
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1978 Topps Fran Tarkenton (#100) EX HOFer, Vikings Legend ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1981 Topps Bob Griese (#482) EX HOF QB, Dolphins Legend ^GRUMPYBUCK^
Regular price $3.75 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
Check Out the Sports Wax Blog
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The Top 5 Most Expensive Sports Cards Sold on e...
Every week, collectors chase grails, chase nostalgia, and chase history on eBay — and last week was no exception. From 1990s basketball rarities to a low-pop Brady rookie, these were...
The Top 5 Most Expensive Sports Cards Sold on e...
Every week, collectors chase grails, chase nostalgia, and chase history on eBay — and last week was no exception. From 1990s basketball rarities to a low-pop Brady rookie, these were...
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How ’Bout Them Cowboys: The Trade That Built a ...
This week’s episode revisits one of the most pivotal moments in NFL history — a moment that began with humiliation and ended in a dynasty. It’s the story of the...
How ’Bout Them Cowboys: The Trade That Built a ...
This week’s episode revisits one of the most pivotal moments in NFL history — a moment that began with humiliation and ended in a dynasty. It’s the story of the...
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Six World Series, Zero Grass: The Artificial Tu...
Grass stains used to be a badge of honor in baseball’s postseason. But over the years, as technology and team economics evolved, so did the fields themselves. And on six...
Six World Series, Zero Grass: The Artificial Tu...
Grass stains used to be a badge of honor in baseball’s postseason. But over the years, as technology and team economics evolved, so did the fields themselves. And on six...
Heisman Heroes
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1989 Topps Bo Jackson (#269) NM Heisman Winner, Two-Sport Star ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1968 Topps Billy Cannon (#37) EX Heisman Winner, LSU Great ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1989 Pro Set Bo Jackson (#185) NM Heisman Winner, 2-Sport Star ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1983 Topps Tony Dorsett (#46) NM HOFer, Heisman, Cowboys Great ^GRUMPYBUCK^
Regular price $5.25 USDRegular priceUnit price / per

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Sports Wax is a weekly documentary series that explores sports stories from yesteryear — memories of players, coaches, and teams that take us back in time.
Get Glossy With Upper Deck
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1991 Upper Deck Emmitt Smith (#172) NM HOFer, Cowboys Legend ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1991 Upper Deck Michael Irvin (#107) NM HOF WR, Cowboys Legend ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1991 Upper Deck Bagwell/Gonzalez/Rhodes (#702) NM Rookie Card ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1989 Upper Deck Randy Johnson (#25) NM Rookie Card, Big Unit ^GRUMPYBUCK^
Regular price $12.50 USDRegular priceUnit price / per

Find Your Hero
What athlete have you always loved? Own a piece of his or her career by investing in a trading card (or other collectible). Use the search bar at the top of the site to search your favorites, and reach out to us if you can't find what you're looking for.
The Ryan Express
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1979 Topps Nolan Ryan (#115) EX HOFer, Strikeout King ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1989 Upper Deck Nolan Ryan (#145) NM HOF Fireballer, Strikeout King ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1986 Topps Nolan Ryan (#100) NM HOFer, Strikeout King ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1972 Topps Nolan Ryan (#595) NM HOFer, Strikeout King ^GRUMPYBUCK^
Regular price $287.50 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
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Pages From the Past
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1969 Cotton Bowl Program (Jan. 1, 1969) Texas vs. Tennessee ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1960 MLB All Star Game Program (Municipal Stadium in Kansas City) ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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1962 Cotton Bowl Program & Game Ticket (Texas vs. Ole Miss) ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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Dave Campbell’s Texas Football Magazine (1988) Metcalf & Roper ^GRUMPYBUCK^
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