51 Bowman Mantle Crossover or Bump Help

[investinrookies]

Looking for some thoughts on this particular card and it’s chances for a cross over to PSA or bump at SGC. Originally I was just going to have it reholdered at SGC upon purchasing the card. Once I received the card it appears much nicer and worthy of a bump or crossover so now reconsidering what may be the best option. Do I stand a chance with either or is it just a waste of money with a card of this caliber? The corners and edges are what really stands out to me for being better than the grade with 3 out of 4 being very good.

Thanks in advance for your suggestions.







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[JollyElm]

Don't have a true opinion on crossing it over, but you'd have to research PSA's view on how much 'out-of-registration' (magenta plate?) would affect the grading of this Mantle. But, man, that's a sweet card!!

[lowpopper]

Reholder with SGC then send to PSA to cross. Bingo

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[investinrookies]

Originally Posted by lowpopper

Reholder with SGC then send to PSA to cross. Bingo

!

Very intriguing thought, that does seem like a good option. Assuming you have had some luck doing it that way? Worst case scenario I get the new SGC holder which is a vast improvement over the current holder.

[Fuddjcal]

Originally Posted by investinrookies

Very intriguing thought, that does seem like a good option. Assuming you have had some luck doing it that way? Worst case scenario I get the new SGC holder which is a vast improvement over the current holder.

How about you just leave it and enjoy it. This is what is wrong with the hobby, poor perception.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by Fuddjcal

How about you just leave it and enjoy it. This is what is wrong with the hobby, poor perception.

Or sell it.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1951-Bowman...EAAOSw1pBdlQBD

[AGuinness]

That’s a sweet card, congrats.
Would the purpose of the crossover be for registry, value increase, slab preference or other?


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[investinrookies]

Originally Posted by AGuinness

That’s a sweet card, congrats.
Would the purpose of the crossover be for registry, value increase, slab preference or other?


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Thanks, I’m really happy with the card. I like the look of the new SGC holders and this card would look sweet in the new case with the black flip. That being said, Ive been second guessing myself not attempting to cross it over to PSA for a value increase especially if it went over to a 6, but not sure thats possible without cracking out.

[AGuinness]

Originally Posted by investinrookies

Thanks, I’m really happy with the card. I like the look of the new SGC holders and this card would look sweet in the new case with the black flip. That being said, Ive been second guessing myself not attempting to cross it over to PSA for a value increase especially if it went over to a 6, but not sure thats possible without cracking out.

If you are inclined to sell it sometime, I think crossing to PSA could make sense (assuming the TPG hierarchy remains the same), although I’m not up to speed on the fees for a card like this. If you will keep it in your PC and won’t plan on selling it, I think the new SGC flip is the way to go. Reholdering is pretty inexpensive, at least.


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[AustinMike]

If you really want "bump help", send it to PWCC. With Moser's help they can probably "conserve" it to an 8 or 9.

[jchcollins]

SGC is by far my TPG of choice, so if I were keeping it in my collection I would just re-holder. If you are looking to flip it and maximize profit, then unfortunately I would have to concur that PSA is still the best choice. As shady and underhanded as I believe them to be, their bubble has not burst yet.

Gorgeous card, good luck either way. As mentioned earlier - I can see where it has the slightest of registration problems, but it is very minor and does not affect eye appeal much. You see that so bad on some cards where the player has two sets of eyes, lol.

[samosa4u]

Originally Posted by investinrookies

Thanks, I’m really happy with the card. I like the look of the new SGC holders and this card would look sweet in the new case with the black flip.

Originally Posted by investinrookies

I think the best bet is just to reholder it with SGC and enjoy it!

Originally Posted by investinrookies

I dont plan on flipping the card so likely will just leave it in the new SGC 6 case.

[investinrookies]

Fresh back from SGC, looks very nice in the new holder. That being said it still appears very worthy of a bump with the corners being so nice.




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[IgnatiusJReilly]

Originally Posted by investinrookies

Fresh back from SGC, looks very nice in the new holder. That being said it still appears very worthy of a bump with the corners being so nice.




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Geez that looks amazing! Great card! I would agree with most here that you should keep it in the SGC holder if it’s a PC card. If you’re planning to sell in the next 2-3 years, then a crossover might be a good move. Your card has great eye appeal so it should get a strong buy regardless of holder. What’s the difference in realized prices for an SGC 6 vs a PSA 6 for this big boy?


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[GasHouseGang]

PSA 6 is $16,959 and SGC 6 is $13,250 on the website that tracks auction/sales prices.

[AGuinness]

That’s a gorgeous card and it’s looks great in the new holder. Congrats and enjoy!


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[ALBB]

I think that little bump when you crossed over..really did you right...

[investinrookies]

Originally Posted by ALBB

I think that little bump when you crossed over..really did you right...

Was a SGC 6 already just Reholdered it?

[jchcollins]

A 6 for a 68 year old card is what my mother would describe as a "mighty fine" grade. Let alone on a card bearing the significance of that one. Leave it alone and enjoy the heck out of it...