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About Back Alley Cards
Back Alley Cards is a card shop located in Johnston, Rhode Island. Whether you're searching for autograph and patch cards, rare inserts and parallels, vintage wax and modern singles, local card shops like Back Alley Cards in Johnston are the heart of the Rhode Island hobby community. Call ahead to confirm hours and current inventory before visiting Back Alley Cards in Johnston.
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Frequently asked questions about Back Alley Cards
Where is Back Alley Cards located?
Back Alley Cards is located in Johnston, Rhode Island at 1569 Plainfield Pike Rear Unit 2, Johnston, RI 02919.
What should I expect at Back Alley Cards?
Back Alley Cards is a local card shop in Johnston, Rhode Island. Expect a rotating inventory of singles, sealed wax, and graded cards, plus the kind of knowledgeable, personal service the hobby community relies on.
What other card shops are near Back Alley Cards?
The closest are The Trading Card Market in Cranston (1.1 mi), Courtside Card Shop in Cranston (1.4 mi), Future Gaming & Collectibles in Johnston (2.2 mi).
Card Shops near Back Alley Cards
The closest other card shops to Back Alley Cards, by distance:
The Trading Card Market
Courtside Card Shop
Future Gaming & Collectibles
Sports Heroes
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