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identify7I think that you will encounter a high percentage of collectors who will agree that the primary emphasis is on acquisition rather than research and other aspects of the hobby. However, I do not characterize that status as a negative. I feel that it simply is a reflection of personal preferences.
Some choose to collect items which require a high degree of original thinking and fundamental determinations. These "some" are in the minority. Others perform research because of various interests, many of which have more to do with the sport than the hobby. But I view the collective thrust of those who prefer to inquire and determine, coupled with those who simply prefer to acquire as the driving force of the hobby prices.
Because of this joint driving force, imo, many of the cards which we continue to see re-entering the hobby will continue to be re-discovered, "found", and enjoyed by comparitively new collectors as well as old timers.