[mcadams]

1) One thing NOT emphasized much on this thread was anyone's views of Lelands. I don't know how you could read all of the posts here and not have a slighly lowered opinion of the team there. I get that no one is perfect, but the opinions offered by Lelands staff as to why they chose not to accept the item appear to be somewhat comical at this point, especially in light Messier's comments.

2) Troy- I wish all Auction Houses were as responsive as you were. Your efforts are to be applauded.

3) Troy- There was some particularly good advice here that you brushed aside. There was a path toward an A+ job, but you didn't go there for some reason. It was clear that no one here agreed that damage was even remotely possible with forensic testing on the mount. Had you taken that step, you could have really created a magnificent reputation for this item and your increased the prestige of your auction house going forward.

4) Troy- I think Leon was trying to provide some helpful advice regarding re-gluing SGC holders (We don't do that....ever.) While he was trying to be helpful, you got very defensive, and in my opinion lacked a little professionalism in your response. The collector's here, like you, want the auction to generate great results. No need to take everything so personally.

5) I am VERY curious to see how REA, Bill Goodwin, SCP, Greg Bussineau, or others would respond if they were asked to take a similar item to Messier etc. for further authentication after it had been slabbed. I hope Troy's persistence was widely noticed and has set a new standard for Auction House responsiveness.