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Posted By: Doug Allen

Jim,

I think you had two more questions....

#1 We don't currently use GAI for grading cards as much as SGC and PSA due to market acceptance. Steve Rocci and Mike Baker are good guys and friends of mine but we need to grade cards with services that have the most market acceptance and right now that is PSA and SGC.

#2 I don't believe individuals are getting out due to displeasure over card alteration. I think people buy and sell continually due to the fact that the market continues to get stronger and prices continue to rise. I would have never guessed 5 years ago when I started with Mastro that our $6 million events would become $12+ million events.

Take care,
Doug