: Due to the 2019 trade ban on new keys, the supply of tradable keys on these sites is dwindling, making them expensive "collector" items here as well. Summary of the Current Market In-Game Store Opening Cases No Standard (~$2.50) Steam Market Collecting / Investing Yes High Premium Third-Party Sites Cash Outs / Discounts Yes (Legacy only)
: Unless you are a collector or looking to store value in a tradable item, buying these is not recommended for simply opening cases, as you will pay a steep markup for the same functionality. 3. Third-Party Marketplaces
: These are keys purchased before the 2019 update. Because they are still tradable and marketable, collectors and investors often price them significantly higher than their original $2.50 value.
