Trade or Sell at NOSTOS: Our Year-Round Acquisition Process
Learn how to sell or trade vintage games and clothes at NOSTOS in Duluth, GA. We offer year-round appraisals for collections and estates.
At NOSTOS, we don’t just sell history-we’re constantly looking to buy it. We’ve designed our acquisition process to be straightforward and accessible, whether we’re meeting you for a pre-launch coffee near the Town Green or you’re walking through our front doors after we open this August.
Phase 1: Pre-Opening (Now through July)
While we’re putting the finishing touches on the shop, we are in Active Sourcing Mode. We are currently meeting Gwinnett locals by appointment to build our launch day inventory.
- How it works: You send a list or photos to will@nostos.market.
- The Meet: We coordinate a safe, local meeting spot in Duluth or come to you for larger collections.
- The Payment: Immediate cash or digital payment (Venmo/Zelle).
Phase 2: Post-Opening (August and Beyond)
Once our doors are open, selling becomes even more convenient.
- Walk-In Appraisals: Bring your gear directly to the counter. For most small-to-medium lots, we can give you an offer while you browse the shop.
- Trade-In Bonus: While we always offer competitive cash, choosing NOSTOS Store Credit will always net you a higher percentage. It’s the best way for local collectors to “level up” their own stashes.
- Technical Integrity Checks: We don’t just look at the labels. We test the hardware and verify the boards on-site so you get a fair price based on the actual working condition of your items.
What We Look For (The “Boutique” Standard)
We aren’t looking for filler; we’re looking for the good stuff. We focus on items that reflect the quality and nostalgia our shop stands for:
| Category | High Priority Items |
|---|---|
| Nintendo | Boxed NES/SNES/N64, GameCube titles, and handhelds (DMG to GBA). |
| Sega | Genesis, Saturn, and Dreamcast (even if the lasers are finicky). |
| Sony | Long-box PS1 titles, RPGs, and unique PS2 variants. |
| Streetwear | Single-stitch tees, vintage workwear (Carhartt/Dickies), and 90s snapbacks. |
| Media | Complete Nintendo Power runs and pristine strategy guides. |
Local, Grounded, and Fair
We know the “big name” retailers often give you pennies on the dollar. As a local Duluth business, our goal is to keep these items in the community. We’d rather pay you a fair price for a well-cared-for collection than see it end up in a corporate warehouse halfway across the country.
Ready to see what your collection is worth? Don’t wait for the grand opening. Reach out today at will@nostos.market to get the conversation started. Whether it’s April or October, we’re ready to talk shop. Managing these variables effectively requires observing the protocols in georgia humidity and paper: preserving manuals and boxes in the south. Collectors should also verify their assets using our the scanline standard: crt, pvm, and bvm calibration for purists protocols. If you are experiencing related degradation, consult our outlining of how to safely transport a sony pvm or crt monitor in a vehicle.