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Bottom of the NinthAll Leland's has to do, in addition to their own narrative, is offer the exhaustive research that Hal procured. I think it is safe to say that Hal knows more about this card than anyone. With the information available to us today Hal was able to prove the card was issued between 1897 and 1899. He went to great lengths to disprove the card was issued during that span of time and was not able to secure information to the contrary, based on what he has shared with us.
If however down the road, it turns out the date is off significantly, I do not see how the present seller, grading company or agents for the seller could be held liable for negligence unless it could be proved that they knew the documented information of today, was not correct. I see the grading company as the least liable since their job is to offer an opinion on authenticity and condition. The card is at this point, unique. It is an unaltered, authentic Reccius Wagner in poor condition according to PSA. I do not see PSA's role in grading the card as analogous to a CPA firm's with respect to certifying bogus financial statements. The card will always be a Reccius Wagner in poor condition and may also remain unique, regardless of the date of issuance.
Greg
P.S. Good luck with it Hal. I hope it exceeds your expectations.