Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Calgary Source for Sports Cards & Collectibles
Collectors Books & Cards has served Calgary collectors since 1977, offering an extensive selection of sports cards, memorabilia, books, comics, and collectibles. Founded by Julie Mailly, a passionate collector with decades of industry expertise, we combine deep product knowledge with personalized service to help customers discover rare finds. Our inventory includes hockey, baseball, and soccer cards from brands like Upper Deck and Topps, McFarlane action figures, Beckett price guides, and antique books. We specialize in connecting collectors with unique items while maintaining a welcoming environment for enthusiasts of all interests.Our commitment to quality service and comprehensive product education has made us a trusted destination for local and visiting collectors alike. Whether seeking signed sports memorabilia or vintage comics, our team provides tailored assistance to complete collections. With consistent stock rotations and research capabilities for hard-to-find items, we ensure every visit offers new discovery opportunities.
Services
Sports Cards
Memorabilia
Books & Comics
Action Figures
Collectibles
Antique Books
Price Guides
Hobby Supplies
Signed Sports Items
McFarlane Figures
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized service with over 40 years of collecting expertise.
- Our inventory includes major brand trading cards and rare collectibles.
- We provide Beckett price guides for accurate collection valuation.
- Our team helps locate specific items through dedicated research.
- We maintain regular stock rotations for continuous new arrivals.
Services
Sports Cards
We offer hockey, baseball, and soccer trading cards from premier brands like Upper Deck, Topps, and Bowman. Available in singles, sets, packs, and unopened cases, our inventory caters to both casual collectors and serious enthusiasts. Our Beckett price guides help customers accurately assess collection values.
Memorabilia
Our memorabilia collection features signed sports items and rare collectibles. From autographed baseballs to limited edition player merchandise, we curate authentic pieces that celebrate significant sports moments and athletes across multiple disciplines.
Books & Comics
We carry vintage and modern comic books featuring classic superheroes and villains. Our rare book selection includes antique editions for literary collectors. Both genres receive regular stock updates to maintain diverse options for reading enthusiasts.
Action Figures
Our McFarlane action figures showcase detailed replicas from popular movies and TV shows. These collectible figures represent iconic characters in dynamic poses, appealing to both casual fans and dedicated figure collectors seeking premium display pieces.
Collectibles
We provide diverse collectibles including hobby supplies, antiques, and specialty items. Our rotating inventory features unique finds like limited edition prints, vintage toys, and licensed merchandise that attract collectors across multiple interests.
People
Julie Mailly
Owner
Julie Mailly founded Collectors Books & Cards in 1977, combining her passion for collecting with personalized service. With over four decades of experience, she specializes in helping customers locate rare items and develop comprehensive collections.
Questions
What products do you offer?
We sell sports cards, memorabilia, comic books, action figures, antique books, and collectibles. Our inventory includes major brands and rare items for collectors.
Do you help find specific collectibles?
Yes, our team can research and locate specific items through our extensive network and industry connections.
Are you open on weekends?
We're open Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM for collector shopping convenience.
Do you carry price guides?
Yes, we stock Beckett price guides to help collectors accurately assess their trading card values.
How long have you operated in Calgary?
We've served Calgary collectors since 1977, providing quality collectibles and expert service for over 45 years.
Reviews (4)
Louise Morin
Sep 19, 2021
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The staff could be more respectful. In a time where customers and doors being open is big they sure like pushing customers out the door. Will not return. Only Gave 2 Stars because of the good parking.
Joshua Oler
Jun 09, 2021
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They had exactly what i was after. Knowledgeable staff that are very friendly. We even had a good discussion on how bad the maple leafs are.
Brad Prather
Jan 30, 2021
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Great place and full of so many neat treasures! You need time to review all of what is available here! Good news is the owner is always willing to chat and help you find what you are looking for.
Michael Schlosser
Sep 08, 2019
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Julie has always taken great care of me, whether Im buying or selling. Collectors books and cards is the only place I will ever shop for my hockey card collection. If there was a 10 star option Id choose it!!!