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What are custom trading cards?
The short version: real trading cards made from your own photo — a 1-of-1 of anyone you choose. Here's how they work.
The short answer
Custom trading cards are real, personalized trading cards made from your own photo — a true 1-of-1 of a kid, pet, couple, car, or anyone, with a name, stats, and a message on the back. They're printed on standard-size card stock, and Cardbop's Display Card comes sealed in a display case. Designing is free; order a $25 Display Card or a $50 Pack of 10.
What makes a card “custom”
Made from your photo
Instead of a real athlete, the card is of your own subject — a kid, a pet, a couple, a car, or you.
A true 1-of-1
Each card is one of one, with its own serial number — the rarest a card can be.
Real card stock
Standard 2.5 x 3.5 inch cards, not paper photo prints. The Display Card ships sealed in a display case.
Front and back
A photo and nameplate on the front; stats, an edition, and a message on the back.
What people make them for
Youth sports keepsakes
A card of a player's season — the end-of-season gift families keep.
Pets
A rookie card for the dog or cat.
Gifts
For parents, partners, friends, coaches, and grandparents.
Milestones
Graduations, anniversaries, trips, and first seasons.
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Frequently asked questions
What are custom trading cards?+
Custom trading cards are real, personalized trading cards made from your own photo — a 1-of-1 of a kid, pet, couple, car, or anyone, with a name, stats, and a message on the back. They're printed on standard-size card stock, and the Display Card comes sealed in a display case.
How are they different from regular trading cards?+
Regular trading cards feature real athletes or characters in mass print runs. A custom trading card is of your own subject and is a true 1-of-1 — the only one that exists.
Are they real cards or photo prints?+
Real, standard 2.5 x 3.5 inch trading cards on card stock — not paper photo prints. The Display Card is slabbed and sealed in a display case.
What can you put on one?+
Any photo and any subject — a kid, a pet, a couple, a trip, a car, or yourself — plus a name, title, stats, and a back message.
How much do custom trading cards cost?+
A single Display Card is $25 and a 10-card Card Pack is $50. Designing and previewing is free — you only pay if you order.