A rare Doyle Brunson autographed card could help spawn interest in poker card trading
The poker trading card market is starting to generate interest among collectors, especially after a rare Doyle Brunson autographed card recently sold at auction for $1,603. The one-of-one 2010 Razor Favorite Hand Auto, signed by the late poker legend, attracted 41 bids from 21 unique bidders before the auction closed on January 29, according to PokerNews. While this price is modest compared to trading cards from major sports like basketball or baseball, it is a notable sale in the poker memorabilia space.
Brunson, a 10-time World Series of Poker champion, passed away in 2023, and demand for his memorabilia has grown since. It is common for collector items related to sports legends to rise in value after their passing, as seen with Kobe Bryant’s trading cards after his Hall of Fame induction. Brunson’s legacy as one of the greatest poker players of all time plays a significant role in the demand for his signed items.
The 2010 Razor Poker set includes a variety of autographed cards featuring notable players from that era, including Daniel Negreanu, Phil Hellmuth, and Vanessa Rousso. Most poker trading cards do not command the same high prices as major sports cards, but there is a niche market for them.
A Greg Raymer one-of-one printing plate auto is currently listed on eBay for about $100, and other autographed cards from the set have been selling at lower price points.
Despite poker trading cards not yet reaching the value levels of traditional sports cards, there is growing interest in high-profile items. Collectors and poker fans are expected to keep an eye on upcoming releases like the 2025 Leaf Metal Poker set, which will feature signatures from top pros. With continued enthusiasm from the poker community, the market for rare poker trading cards could see further growth.
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