Try finding (on ebay or elsewhere) very similar looking cards, one being ungraded and one inside of a slab, that hit the mark and look good enough for you. If the price differential isn't too much, then go with the graded one, because in the long run it will most certainly be better to have graded stuff (of course, some opinions differ on that subject). You can also send a message to the graded card seller asking if he has any interest in lowering his price a bit (ask him to send an official offer your way) to make a quick sale. If his card has been sitting unsold for a long time, he may honor your request.
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