Where is the best place to sell collectibles online?

For most items, eBay is a common place to start. High-value coins and stamps can also go to specialist dealers or auction houses.

How much does eBay charge to sell collectibles?

As of October 2026, coins (not bullion) and sports cards pay 13.25% up to $7,500, and toys and most other categories pay 13.6% up to $7,500. Above $7,500 the rate on the extra amount is 2.35%. A per-order fee of $0.30 (orders of $10 or less) or $0.40 (over $10) is added. Source: eBay's selling fees page, https://www.ebay.com/help/selling/fees-credits-invoices/selling-fees?id=4364.

Should I get my coins or cards graded before selling?

Only if the item is likely valuable enough for a grade to change the price, because grading costs money and takes time.

Where can I get stamps authenticated?

The American Philatelic Society offers stamp expertizing: https://stamps.org/services/expertizing

How do I know what my collectibles are worth?

Check eBay's sold or completed listings for the same item and condition first. For auction-house results, include the buyer's premium. Treat current asking prices only as context, since they are not sale prices, and use a qualified appraiser for valuable pieces.

Where to Sell Collectibles Online: Coins, Cards, Toys

Where to sell coins, stamps, toys, Funko Pops and sports cards online, with eBay fees as of October 2026 and when grading or an appraisal makes sense.

Short answer: for most collectibles, eBay is a common place to start selling online. Coins and stamps of real value can also go to specialist dealers or auction houses. Sports cards and coins can be worth grading when a grade could change the price. Toys and Funko Pops often sell on eBay or to collector groups. The right choice depends on the item, how much it might be worth, and how fast you need the money. If you're deciding between selling in person or shipping, see selling collectibles locally vs online.

Before you sell anything

Identify it exactly: year, maker, edition, mint mark, set or serial number.
Judge condition honestly: wear, damage, missing parts, original packaging.
Check what it actually sold for first. Look up eBay's sold or completed listings for the same item in the same condition. For auction-house results, include the buyer's premium, because that is part of what the buyer paid. Treat current asking prices only as context: they are not sale prices, and items often sell for less.
Decide whether grading is worth it. Grading costs money and time, so it usually only makes sense when a grade could change the price.

eBay selling fees (as of October 2026)

Source: eBay — Selling fees

Coins & Paper Money (except bullion), Sports Trading Cards, Non-Sport Trading Cards, Comic Books & Memorabilia, Collectible Card Games: 13.25% of the total sale up to $7,500, then 2.35% on the portion over $7,500.
Most other categories, including toys and Funko Pops: 13.6% of the total sale up to $7,500, then 2.35% on the portion over $7,500.
Bullion: 13.6% if the sale is $7,500 or less; 7% if it is over $7,500.
Per-order fee: $0.30 for orders of $10.00 or less; $0.40 for orders over $10.00.
Listing: the first 250 listings a month are free, then $0.35 per listing.
eBay can add extra fees if a seller falls below its seller standards.

Fees change. Check eBay's fee page before you list.

Other marketplaces and auction houses

Etsy (as of October 2026) charges a $0.20 listing fee and a 6.5% transaction fee, plus payment processing fees (Etsy fees). Other marketplaces and auction houses set their own fees. Check each one's official fee page before you list or consign.

Where to sell coins

eBay: a large online audience for coins and paper money.
Local coin dealers: fast in-person offers. Get more than one.
Auction houses: worth considering for rare or high-value coins.
Grading: PCGS grades coins, tokens, medals and paper currency (PCGS services). NGC grades coins, tokens and medals (NGC services).

Not sure what you have? Start with the coin value checker.

Where to sell stamps

eBay, specialist stamp dealers and stamp auctions.
Expert certificates: the American Philatelic Society offers expertizing, an expert opinion on whether a stamp is genuine (APS expertizing).
Get an expert opinion before selling a stamp you think is rare.

Where to sell toys, action figures and Funko Pops

eBay: a wide audience for vintage toys and Funko Pops. These categories pay 13.6% up to $7,500 (eBay fees).
Collector groups and toy shows: good for complete sets and buyers who know the line.
Packaging, completeness and condition usually move the price most.

See the toy value checker and Funko Pop value checker.

Where to sell sports cards

eBay: Sports Trading Cards pay 13.25% up to $7,500 (eBay fees).
Card shops and card shows: quick in-person sales.
Grading: PSA grades trading cards and authenticates autographs (PSA services). SGC authenticates and grades trading cards (SGC).

Start at the sports cards hub.

Selling collectibles online vs locally

Online reaches more buyers. Selling locally is faster and avoids shipping. See selling collectibles locally vs online.

When to get a professional appraisal

For estates, insurance, or anything that might be very valuable, use a qualified appraiser. See how to appraise estate sale items.

Where FlipAI fits

Take a photo of any item or scan its barcode. FlipAI shows current eBay asking prices (live listings, not sales) plus an AI estimate. It's a quick starting point, not an appraisal or a guaranteed value. Check sold or completed listings before you set a price.

Fees and services change. Check each platform's official pages before selling. This guide is general information, not financial or appraisal advice, and doesn't promise any value.

Where to Sell Collectibles Online: Coins, Stamps, Toys & Cards