Is the Nodgrass considered a legit variation?

[Piratedogcardshows]

I was just curious if this card is considered to be a legit variation?I see a few examples for sale with the flip indicating them as such.Its also listed on the VCP.However its not a required card on the Registries.I just wanted to see what the consensus on here is regarding the Nodgrass.Thanks for any info.Jason Wells

[E93]

It is a legit variation. I got one in a large lot of T206s where the "S" was handwritten in, apparently back in the day. The problem is that it is not difficult to fake.
JimB

[Howe’s Hunter]

There aren't really two versions of the card, just bad quality control. Not like Magie/Magee, but rather someone asleep at the press.

[t206hound]

My definition of a "variation" is based on intent. There was an intent to change the spelling of Magie, for example. The "Nodgrass" and "Dopner" are printing mishaps that were repeated during a print run and in no way intentional.

[frankbmd]

Nod sure, but tend to agree with the "Hound"

[danmckee]

It is actually very tough to fake. Legit Nodgrass variations will have a part of the right side of the S showing. If the entire S is missing, it is probably a George Hober creation. The legit variation may have been caused by a broken plate. Dan.

[fkw]

No
a Variation is man made,
ie Kleinow Boston/NY, or Magie/Magee

the (S)nodgrass is a just a hyped print flaw

[FrankWakefield]

I must _ay that I completely agree with FKW... what he just _aid.

[wonkaticket]

Just a print flaw there are tons of them. Now if I can just make them all pull the same amount of cash as "Nodgrass".