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Posted By: JimB

Ted said,
"You Graded card dudes better be more concerned with the Professional Restorers,
rather than the "amateurs" involved in altering cards."


Judging from the exaggerated white corners in contrast with the rest of the boarders, that card would never make it into the holder of one of the reputable grading companies. Though I agree that Professional Restorers are the serious problem, I think the logic is a bit misplaced in this statement. It is the folks that would buy a raw mint DiMaggio that should be most concerned. It would be wisest for all of us to know the tell-tale signs and know the issues that we collect well. But for those who do not have the time or interest to do that, those who buy graded cards are much better protected in examples like the one given.
JimB