I'm with Tom. Although I'm sure they will run a smooth auction, I don't think I'd be willing to "experiment" with a card of that value. Unless he needs to sell it by a certain time, talk to one of the big guys.
Now, on the other hand, if SCD really wants to kick off their auctions with a bang, he may be able to negotiate a great deal (0% sellers commission, maybe a cut of the buyers fee, a big chunk in the form of an advance, etc.) All of those things might be able to tip the scale. But, even a 10-12% reduction in the closing price would be a killer.
At a quick glance for example, over the last 2 years, low grade, T206 Wagners (PSA, SGC or Beckett's - 1's) have sold anywhere between $192,000 and $399,000. I wouldn't fool around with that amount of money at risk.
Edited to add - SCP is certainly different than SCD. I'll withhold comment on SCP. Suffice it to say, that option adds even more questions to me.
Last edited by Jim VB; 05-14-2009 at 09:18 AM.
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