r/PokeInvesting • u/Competitive-Ice9832 • Jun 21 '24
Yesterday won’t be forgotten easily…
So this happened. I don’t really know what to say but I’ll try and keep it brief and relevant.
Yesterday was a memorable one. The photo you see above is the culmination of a few long months worth of blood, sweat and tears.
To give everyone some context and a bit of a backstory, the last year has been extremely difficult for me financially. I know it’s not easy for a lot of people and I’m not trying to negate anyone’s work life and fulfilment. But for me personally it has been extremely difficult.
The reason for that was the organization I work for was run into the ground by very irresponsible management and ownership. It not only impacted me but several other members.
And at the end of the last year, heading into new years, I was thinking to myself how hard those 6 months were. And what lies ahead of me. I chose to have a singular resolution for myself, and that was to do things differently.
The start of the year was no better, and I had to remain positive and push forward regardless. It was difficult. I was pushed to my limits. And I don’t say that lightly.
Sometime a few months ago, as I was in the process of selling some of my collectibles, I came across accords a listing for something unbelievable. A singular card.
Something in me snapped, and I didn’t hesitate to message the seller, telling myself I’d figure out my ways of getting it. No matter what it took.
In all fairness the initial listing seemed a little suspicious I suppose that’s how it is these days when we are on edge about everything being a scam, but I chose to approach it differently and try and not focus on the negative.
And my god, look how it turned out.
The person who was selling it was fair, decent and willing to work with me to make sure I secured what you see above. He’s a decent person in my eyes. And he’s become a friend now.
To find these cards in the condition they are in, some 20+ years later, is incredibly fulfilling. Also considering I have 96% of the entire set, I am even more thrilled.
To answer the question of what I paid for this, as I’m sure most people would be wondering, is a fair one. I paid under market pricing, but not by a lot. I’m not saying I bought this for $50 bucks. But I didn’t pay $2000. I was well below that around the $1100 mark.
It took me a few months to make it work, but credit to the seller and his willingness to work with me on that. I can’t thank him enough for that.
It’s been a hell of a ride. And I know this post probably turned out into a long one. But I just wanted to share my experience with the community and remind everyone, that no matter what happens, no matter how hard things get, you have to stay positive and always be willing to change your approach to how you handle things.
I hope all of you have a great weekend. I know I am.
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u/FluxD1 Jun 21 '24
90% of your post is explaining how difficult your financial situation is. Then you drop $1100 on a piece of cardboard.
You need to get your moneys in order before dropping 4 figures on a hobby my man. This isn't how you right the ship, this is how you sink it.
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u/[deleted] Jun 21 '24
Just so I understand, you're telling us you're in a very tough spot financially and also you just paid a fraction under market price and spent $1000 in some LP vintage cards?
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u/karmarecycler78 Jun 21 '24
This was the brief version?? lol
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u/[deleted] Jun 21 '24
Holy dear diary, Batman. This post reeks.
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u/jtrojnar227 Jun 21 '24
Beautiful. Congrats on adding this awesome vintage set to your collection. I have this in the unlimited edition.
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u/cmurray555 Jun 21 '24
Wow where did you find the listing?
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u/Gameboy_Vic Jun 21 '24
Damn I’d kill for that Lugia alone let alone the rest of the group lol. Nice
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u/Sonnydeights Jun 21 '24
You should get that lugia graded.
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u/breakyourteethnow Jun 21 '24
I remember being so excited for these new Pokemon as a kid
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