Print Process - Diamond Stars

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Posted By: RayB

I've noticed, upon inspecting hundreds of 34-36' Diamond Stars, an unusual quirk in the print process.
In general, out of focus or out of registration, is a printing flaw that is typical and sometimes a serious flaw in certain pre-war card issues. An otherwise gorgeous card can be marred by a subtle jog of the print plate that creates the maladjustment to a card image.

On 34-36' Diamond Stars I have noticed this to be somewhat of a problem. The problem, however, often displays a particular oddity. On some cards you can actually notice that the image of the just the player is in perfect focus, but the backround is laid down askew. Occasionally you may even find a card where the backround image seems to be flawless but the player image is a tad blurry.

It is obvious to me that this is a multi-step print process. Can anyone shed a more specific detail on the way that this particular issue was printed? Speculations?

Any Diamond Star diehards amongst us? I would love to hear from you.
RayB