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Connecticut Brothers Discover Rare Tom Brady Card Worth $150,000
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What Happened?
Lucas and Trevor Martell from Connecticut found a unique Tom Brady card valued at a minimum of $150,000 after purchasing three boxes of football cards. The card has a one in 10.5 million chance of being found.
Key points
- Lucas and Trevor Martell bought three boxes of Topps NFL Bowman cards for $30 each.
- They discovered a one-of-one Garbage Pail Kids SuperFractor featuring Tom Brady.
- The card's odds of being found are estimated at one in 10.5 million.
- A similar card sold for $288,000, making it the most expensive Garbage Pail Kids card.
- The card is headed to auction with a minimum valuation of $150,000.
- Lucas plans to use the money to pay medical bills and help his grandmother.
Key insights
- The card's rarity and Tom Brady's fame could lead to a much higher final auction price.
- The brothers' success may inspire others to explore sports card collecting.
- Lucas's plans to start a trading card business could create new opportunities in the collectibles market.
Why it matters
This discovery could significantly change the brothers' financial situation and allow them to pursue their passion for trading cards.
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Source
Times of India
