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DDI have to disagree with Gilbert about the comic book part of his statement. There are many collectors who enjoy collecting, and actually reading their comics, and give little regard to condition above a certain level.
I collected for many years and was satisfied with copies that were in readable condition, regardless of any imperfections. When you get to the level of investment grade copies, or collecting the best condition examples possible, comics are way beyond the technology of cards.
The one grading company so far, CGC, labels the comics if they have been restored in any manner. It is not clear to me why if a multiple page comic book can be scrutinized, cover to cover, for signs of restoration, why a small baseball card cannot be, IMHO.