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Old 04-09-2013, 07:17 AM
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Originally Posted by DaClyde View Post
Does anyone have any tips for scanning cards with foil or mirrored surfaces that don't just result in that part showing up black?
Jason, can you give me an example of a specific card brand that you're having issues with?

That 2010 Bowman Chrome Bryce Harper I posted above is a highly reflective surface, about as close as I come to what it sounds like you're describing.



The darker Chrome cards often have blacked out areas when scanned. This 2011 Bowman Chrome Mike Trout is an example:



I have Photoshop, and when I have blackened areas, it's just a matter of adjusting the levels somewhat.
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