Should I send to SGC? '48 Paige ~ Opinions appreciated!

[vthobby]

Got this beauty slabbed and I'm very happy! I also LOVE SGC and would think this card would really "pop" in a SGC holder. I had heard in a PSA holder not to expect more than an 2 with tape residue. Any thoughts on what SGC would grade this as?

I understand it will cost me about $500 for 1 day review service on this card. I'd also ask them not to slab unless they thought it was 2 or better.

Thoughts???? I'm holding for now but would enjoy hearing your opinions.

Thanks! Mike

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[BRoberts]

I vote yes. Right now you have only one TPG's opinion, PSA. Why not get SGC's? After you receive it back, you could send it to Beckett. After Beckett grades it, maybe send to the newcomer, CSG? Then you would have four opinions, and you could choose which one you agree with most and send it back to that company. You also would have the option to repeat the process a year or two down the road.

[samosa4u]

Originally Posted by broberts

i vote yes. Right now you have only one tpg's opinion, psa. Why not get sgc's? After you receive it back, you could send it to beckett. After beckett grades it, maybe send to the newcomer, csg? Then you would have four opinions, and you could choose which one you agree with most and send it back to that company. You also would have the option to repeat the process a year or two down the road.

lol!!!

[vthobby]

Originally Posted by BRoberts

I vote yes. Right now you have only one TPG's opinion, PSA. Why not get SGC's? After you receive it back, you could send it to Beckett. After Beckett grades it, maybe send to the newcomer, CSG? Then you would have four opinions, and you could choose which one you agree with most and send it back to that company. You also would have the option to repeat the process a year or two down the road.

I get your humor but you missed the intent of the question.

I'm happy with it, just wanted opinions. Thanks for yours!

Peace, Mike

[drcy]

You might choose to get the 48 Paige restored. The tape removed. It might have best value in that state, even when labeled AUTH

[vthobby]

Originally Posted by drcy

You might choose to get the 48 Paige restored. The tape removed. It might have best value in that state, even when labeled AUTH

David,

I love the card. I will not do that! It shows the card was loved and I do appreciate the history of the game and certainly collecting cards. I appreciate the thought though!

Peace, Mike

[samosa4u]

Originally Posted by drcy

You might choose to get the 48 Paige restored. The tape removed. It might have best value in that state, even when labeled AUTH

Somebody eventually is going to do this (after Mike sells it). And it will get a NUMERICAL grade too!

[packs]

I wouldn't do it. I think getting the 1.5 was lucky enough.

[samosa4u]

No! Just leave it alone!

[ullmandds]

So why did you send it to PSA if you love SGC?

[perezfan]

Theoretically I'd use SGC if you intend to keep, and leave it as PSA if you intend to sell. But that $500 fee.... ugh!

Since it's already been slabbed, I would use that cash towards something tangible... like another card.

edit: Yesterday you seemed thrilled to have it come back as a "1.5". Nothing but pure joy. And now you're waffling on it? My advice is to do what makes you happiest as a collector, rather than relying on another person's "opinion". The card is the card, regardless of the plastic.

[vthobby]

Originally Posted by perezfan

Theoretically I'd use SGC if you intend to keep, and leave it as PSA if you intend to sell. But that $500 fee.... ugh!

Since it's already been slabbed, I would use that cash towards something tangible... like another card.

edit: Yesterday you seemed thrilled to have it come back as a "1.5". Nothing but pure joy. And now you're waffling on it? My advice is to do what makes you happiest as a collector, rather than relying on another person's "opinion". The card is the card, regardless of the plastic.

Thanks Mark, I did last night! Bought this!

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[vthobby]

Originally Posted by perezfan

Theoretically I'd use SGC if you intend to keep, and leave it as PSA if you intend to sell. But that $500 fee.... ugh!

Since it's already been slabbed, I would use that cash towards something tangible... like another card.

edit: Yesterday you seemed thrilled to have it come back as a "1.5". Nothing but pure joy. And now you're waffling on it? My advice is to do what makes you happiest as a collector, rather than relying on another person's "opinion". The card is the card, regardless of the plastic.

Mark,

Don't get me wrong. I am thrilled and most likely will keep it in the PSA holder. I always "buy the card and not the holder". This is a perfect card for that attitude. I am human and of course if I think it might be higher like a 2 or a 3 in an SGC I'd enjoy having that. Thats all. I'm dreaming most likely and was just asking for opinions nothing more. I love the card. I appreciate your thoughts on it, thank you! Mike

[wazoo]

Originally Posted by vtgmsc

Mark,

Don't get me wrong. I am thrilled and most likely will keep it "as is". I always "buy the card and not the holder". This is a perfect card for that attitude. I am human and of course if I think it might be higher like a 2 or a 3 in an SGC I'd enjoy having that. Thats all. I'm dreaming most likely and was just asking for opinions nothing more. I love the card. I appreciate your thoughts on it, thank you! Mike

Mike, this card is beautiful but I don't think it's coming back any higher in an SGC case. I have a gorgeous t206 Mathewson black cap, with almost invisible tape on the back. You have to squint to see it. No creasing, great centering and registration. It is a 1.5. I don't see it doing any better. Although it would look great with the tux, the $500 cost is not worth it IMO. I'd leave it be.

[luciobar1980]

Geezus, after all that pomp and circumstance now you wanna send it to SGC? Why? What's the point? I like SGC and all, but why?

[vthobby]

Originally Posted by ullmandds

So why did you send it to PSA if you love SGC?

Pete, because unfortunately I feel down the road (it all has to go someday), it probably has more exposure in a PSA holder. I said "I also love SGC". I like both companies when they get things right. You know what I mean there. You collect some of the same stuff I do. Great eye appeal cards.

I really wish SGC had a viable registry. I do notice that SGC is catching up in price to PSA but I feel it is coming slowly and it is unjustifiable. I mean I think SGC is just as valuable as PSA but that is my opinion.

SGC should get more respect thats all. I've been sending very nice cards to both companies since they started. I'm aware of the problems out there and try to say away from problem cards.

Sometimes you go with your "gut" and I've done well with some PSA grades lately and they have hit my time targets (I pay more for that lol).

It was just a "gut" call tbh.

Phew!

Thanks! Mike

[Stampsfan]

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