Woman buys Harry Potter cards at charity shop but is bowled over by real worth
You never know what you're going to find when you go exploring, especially when it comes to looking around charity shops. After all, they're often full of so many weird and wonderful things, and sometimes you can really snap up an expected bargain when you least expect to find one.
This is exactly what happened to one woman recently when she visited a charity shop to have a look around. Lola, known as lola_amuah on TikTok, was taken by surprise when she found a tin full of Harry Potter collectable cards when she was shopping, and when she got them home she couldn't get over just how much they could be worth.
In a recent video, she revealed that she found some great finds during a recent trip. She spotted a patterned jug that she seemed to love, which came complete with matching glasses too.
She then came across a tin that was full of Harry Potter cards, which she decided to snap up. It sounded like she paid around £10 for them, and she thought they were "cool."
However, it wasn't until she got them home that she realised just how valuable they are. Lola explained: "When we got home, we realised that we had the entire collection of those cards.
"Every single one was in a plastic sleeve, and this is just one what one of them is on sale for on eBay." On the screen, she then revealed someone was flogging the single card for £245.42."
This meant that she could have cards worth thousands overall, though some may obviously vary in value. Lola couldn't believe her luck when she did her research.
One person replied, saying: "'You're a wizard Harry'. Those cards are so cool, and a great price." Another wrote: "Oh, tell us more about the cards."
A third added: "I used to collect those Harry Potter cards as a kid." Meanwhile, a fourth also commented: "Great finds."
When it comes to Harry Potter trading cards, they can vary widely in value. While some can be worth a few pounds, others can be worth hundreds or thousands - it all depends on how rare they are.
If they are signed, this may also pump up the value. None the less, Lola seems to have the potential to make a great profit on one card alone. Cards with limited print runs or unique features (like holofoil or autographs) are said to be more valuable.
Mint or near-mint condition cards will also bring in more money than those that are damaged or worn. If your cards feature any iconic characters or specific scenes from the books or movies, they may be more desirable to buyers.
Cards signed by the main actors (Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint) can also be super valuable, particularly if they have been kept in good condition. However, you need to bear the market demand in mind.
The price can also be influenced by the number of collectors and their willingness to pay a premium for certain cards. Doing a little research online will help you determine if your cards are worth anything.
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