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Hmmm... Sticker on my SGC submission
Just got my submission back from SGC, and this 'static sticker' was on the top of the stack. Not quite sure how I feel about this.
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I've had that too, along with Heritage auctions. It seems the more "valuable/desirable" cards get the Heritage, whereas the others get Probstein. I mean it shouldn't really affect you, Probstein pays to have SGC do that, and if it bothers you, peel it off and throw it away. Sorry if this sounds harsh, but it's a little advertising sticker that doesn't affect the card...
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Actually very neat marketing concept...nicely done by probstein...and smart for SGC, too!
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I'd rather have a coupon for a Giant Chocolate Fudge ice cream bar.
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-f...2539604.column Apparently, Anthem Blue Cross of California seems to think that ice cream coupons are a great way to help their subscribers stay healthy. As it relates to the static sticker, if you get something from one company, it invariably will have a tie in to some other company. At least SGC is keeping it within the realm of reality. Sheesh! Sorry to vent in your thread, but it just reminded me of today's article. |
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Actually, I had that little 'sticker' leave a weird residue behind on a card that was impossible to remove. Interesting thread about it across the street.
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I know it's a marketing technique/revenue stream and ultimately benefits both companies... There's always been inserts, but I paused when there was something stuck to my slab.
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It seems like them should just insert a index card with the companies information similar to how Sterling did with your package.I would just rip that sticker off and trash it,a card might not be immediately discarded.I guess the sticker is more cost effective.
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WHAT that looks like a farce!
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I had a Memory Lane sticker on a new PSA holder.
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It's only cool if it's a static cling (which leaves no residue)...anything sticky...obviously not cool....
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It was a static cling piece that didn't leave any marks
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Not a huge fan….as a third party grader I would think they would want to be as impartial as they can.
Sure it’s great for Probstein but what message does that send other customers and auction companies that use SGC? Then you open up the Pandora’s box of other folks wanting their name and mug on cards….before you know it you’re spending more quality control on equal distribution of stickers into pack ups amongst your advertisers. Making sure sticker A doesn't end up at company B etc. For me I want two things when I send cards to a TPG. Quality grading and attention to detail. I may be silly but even the one second the person takes to remember the advertiser sticker when packing up my junk. Is one second of attention he’s not giving my submission. Not to mention do you really want your company associated in any way with an outside source you don’t control? Then there is the sure to come the voices saying “hmmm boy that Rick sure gets some good grades….I’m sure it has nothing to do with the advertising cash and stickers.” I can’t imagine the extra cash from an outside source is worth the above but who knows perhaps it’s a huge win. Just my two cents. Cheers, John Last edited by wonkaticket; 09-21-2012 at 11:50 PM. |
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I agree. To me it is saying that the company is having financial problems and is looking for ways of bringing in more money. They are doing it the wrong way though. I see lots of problems with this direction they are going. |
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I got my SGC submission back a couple of days ago and had the same sticker. I was familar with the sticker and I've bought cards from that vendor and the sticker came on the cards. But having it on a TPG rubbed me the wrong way.
On a side note, SGC is getting very sloppy these days! The last two submissions came back with inserts that weren't custom cut or poorly cut, scratches on the case and fingerprints/residue inside of the case. Come on SGC! Don't turn into PSA, please!
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This is the only part of this that would bother me - getting that sticker on and us taking it off exposes the case to extra handling/scratching. Now, it is a protective case, which is supposed to get dinged up to protect the card inside, but I like to scan mine as soon as I get them so I have scratch free scans.
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I don't think it's financial problems, I think it's a mutually beneficial advertising relationship. Who is to tell someone not to advertise with who they wish? It's a free market. I believe PSA does the same thing.
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Yes they do, they have Heritage
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I agree. I think it's smart on SGC and Probstein's part. Doesn't bother me at all. I expect great grading and service from SGC and take each card on it's own merit. No way in heck do I think Rick will get preferential grading by doing it either. Kudos to both of them. If anyone doesn't like then there are other choices or they can start their own grading company.
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