The Response

[D. Bergin]

Originally Posted by atx840

1970 Hank Aaron PSA 8.5 (Centered/High End)
BOUGHT @ $222



1970 Topps #500 Hank Aaron HOF Atlanta Braves PSA 9 MINT NONE HIGHER CENTERED
Bumped & SOLD @ $1055

Bid took it from $166-$300

Who the hell is buying these cards? $800+ increase for a 1/2 grade bump on a common card.

Makes me wonder why nobody is pointing their fingers at guys who are just way to happy to part ways with their money over miniscule adjustments in grade.

It's almost like they've created their own hell for charlatans like this to thrive.

[frankbmd]

Trust me, Peter, I'm a doctor
Fixing cards without a proctor.
You'll surely agree whiter is righter
To make the grade, I'll make 'em brighter.

Trust me, Al, I'm a cutter
Slicing bread and adding butter.
To sharpen a corner may require
A sliver removed for a bump to acquire.

Trust me, Jeff, your cards are grungy.
To soak off germs and latent fungi,
I use water and a touch of heat.
You'll then have grades tough to beat.

Trust me, Leon, my game is hype.
Give me a handful, any type
With smoke and mirrors and perhaps a shill
Your net worth will soar despite my bill.

Trust me, Barry, in any saloon
I'll flatten your cards with only a spoon.
You buy the drinks for my hobby buddies
But not for the forum fuddy-duddies.

Anonymous

[Texxxx]

Originally Posted by D. Bergin

Who the hell is buying these cards? $800+ increase for a 1/2 grade bump on a common card.

Makes me wonder why nobody is pointing their fingers at guys who are just way to happy to part ways with their money over miniscule adjustments in grade.

It's almost like they've created their own hell for charlatans like this to thrive.

People that are super rich want to have the very best and cost is not a factor.

[Texxxx]

Frank your name has to be there. No Anonymous

[ullmandds]

Doctor Frank...now you just have to put it to music!!!! Go get the Wurlitzer out of the closet and get busy!!!!

[cammb]

I need to hear Joey's opinion on this matter.

To.ny Bivi.ano

[the 'stache]

Originally Posted by Texxxx

People that are super rich want to have the very best and cost is not a factor.

I agree. They're part of the registry, and they're trying to raise their score.