in no particular order
worst
1. Counterfeits, alterations, scammers, thieves et
2. Card overproduction in the 80-90's
3. The unfortunate demise of card shops and local shows
4. The negative attitude towards the hobby of many dealers and collectors
5. Can't think of many more not included in one above
best
1. "Reputable" card grading in response to 1 above (and forums like this for policing)
2. Ebay in making cards more available to everyone
3. SCD, not in it's present form though
4. Topps/Bowman in the 40's thru 80's for producing an annual set of cards
5. Whoever thought of making "cards" with sports personalities
Last edited by alanu; 06-28-2011 at 09:06 PM.
Reason: edited to add 3-4 in the "worst" category
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