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AdamI have been on a T206 buying spree over the past 2 or so months because prices have indeed been down. I do, however, think the down swing is over, as it is clear to me the prices are rising again (and I think will continue to rise in light of the 100 year anniversary next year . . . I know my view is a minority one, but I think I am still right).
As to the truly rare T206s (Wagner, Plank, Magie), I think we will be in a good position to evaluate where Wagner and Magie stand after the end of this auction season, but an evalaution on Plank may have to wait until we see more on the market, maybe next year. I think the 24k "authentic" on eBay was far over-priced, and the one Heritage has is too nice to be a good indication as to the overall market prices for Planks . . . we need some 2008 pricing on PSA 1s and 2s or SGC 10, 20, or 30s, and there may well not be any until next year. I also do not view the recent eBay sale of a Magie PSA 1 for "best offer" of 14.5k as a valid indicator of Magie pricing.
Edited to add: the best "deal" on T206s over the past few months has been PSA 3 HOFers. Take a look at PSA 2 pricing and then PSA 4 pricing to understand why. I don't mind sharing that info since I think I am done buying for a few months.
Edited to add link to 14.5k "best offer" Magie PSA 1:http://tinyurl.com/3t2c3f