Best way to ship

[jon555]

Hey i'm brand new to the activity of shipping cards via mail to others. I just had a quick question in regards to shipping. What is the best way to send cards to ensure they are well protect through the mail? Any pointers would be great. Thanks in advance!

[pwaldo]

How many cards would you be shipping?

[jon555]

I'm not sure! Is it feasible to only send one card at a time? I know that it is cheaper to send out more than one at a time but I guess I'm just looking for a way to ensure that cards aren't damaged during shipping.

[mrveggieman]

If you are sending a low end base common card with the buyer/traders consent you can send it pwe (plain white envelope) in a penny saver and individual card case. If you are sending a more valuable card $5 or more you should send it in a padded envelope.

[RGM81]

Bubble mailer. Ship the card inside a penny sleeve and top loader, and if you have them, a team bag as well. This protects the card inside the mailer and ensures it won't slide around. The bubble mailer ensures the card doesn't get damaged by the mail sorters.

[pwaldo]

I'm not sure! Is it feasible to only send one card at a time? I know that it is cheaper to send out more than one at a time but I guess I'm just looking for a way to ensure that cards aren't damaged during shipping.

Yeah it is feasible just really depends on the value of the card. For stuff that is cheap and not thick (like a game used card) you can use a plain white envelope. Just put the card in a penny sleeve, top loader, and team bag (or tape the top of the top loader closed). If the card is more expensive repeat the above but ship in a bubble mailer.

But if you are shipping something like 5000 cards then getting those flat rate boxes at the Post Office are a must.