Looking for honest opinions on Legendary's T-206 Eddie Plank

[JP]

I won the Eddie Plank in tonight's Legendary Auction, and I was hoping for a bit of feedback from the most educated vintage card guys in the hobby.....Net54.

First of all, I don't want this thread to be about Legendary/Mastro and any past Mastro indiscretions or future potential Legendary indiscretions. I know many people won't agree with me, and feel the company is the same as it ever was, but I am the kind of guy that likes to give second chances and/or the benefit of the doubt. So please, if possible, let's keep the anti-Legendary posts in the appropriate thread....which means elsewhere.

That being said, my question is about alterations and restoration. I feel like I got a hell of a deal buying this card at $18K. Does anyone think it is possible to hire out a restorer for a few grand to return this card to its previous "Very Good" condition? A PSA 3 Plank is worth around $75K, so any restoration that could guarantee a straight grade of any sort from PSA seems like it would be worthwhile. I was going to inquire to Joe Orlando if he could recommend somebody that could guarantee a complete restoration...

Thoughts?

[frankb22]

I think an A-Authentic is the best you can get once it's been altered.

With that said I think it's good looking card and would prefer an 18K
card like that vs a grade 1 costing double.

[calvindog]

Sounds like a pretty good business plan to me. I wish I had thought of it first.

PS -- let us know what Joe O had to say about your plan.

[JP]

Will do....

EDIT: Posted an edit because I wished to know whether the 150 back with the 30 factory had been confirmed yet, but I see that it has many times, including the Harris Collection version.

[teetwoohsix]

I just wanted to say congrats-I hope to one day own a Plank T206 myself.I would also echo what frankb22 said-I think any alteration by a professional would render the card an "A"-authentic.Unless the graders were unaware of the restoration.But that's a high profile card,so I'm sure it would be reviewed under lots of scrutiny.
That being said-you are a lucky man!!!Congrats on the awesome pick-up!!!

Sincerely,Clayton

[JP]

Thanks Clayton, this is definitely a big moment for me. It has been many years since I've owned a Plank, and while my previous one had a grade, this one is the best looking by far.

Now re: the alteration and removal, wasn't there an altered Wagner that was restored to its original form sold on Mastro or one of the other big auctions recently?

[teetwoohsix]

Yeah,but I think even after they took the altered card,and restored it back to the original,it still came back graded "A"-authentic.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by JP

Now re: the alteration and removal, wasn't there an altered Wagner that was restored to its original form sold on Mastro or one of the other big auctions recently?

It was the card next to the one you won.

I think, but could be wrong, if all of the restoration was undone and not noticable, then it would/could get a grade. I think it would be a long shot. Of course some alterations probably can't be undone no matter what. Altered cards in correct holders have come a long way. If it were mine I would probably leave it alone. It's yours so do what makes you happy, have fun and enjoy it. Congrats.