New to Board - Few Questions - '52 Mantle

[begsu1013]

welcome!

sounds like you are well read on the actual card. be sure to read up on holders, flips and general scams. what to look for and how to spot fake holders.

frosting, holding flips up to lights, scanning barcodes to assure they match, etc.

ask questions, lots and lots of questions!

craigslist is not the place to buy your card. ebay isn't bad, but when paying remember to use amex>paypal

cheers and good luck!

[Jsquared123]

Thanks everyone for the words of advice!

That PSA1 has been on my radar for a bit now. Despite the card's fantastic eye appeal, I thought the price was a little steep, however, any 2 with similar eye appeal is going to run about 2-3k more.

As far as condition, outside of the obvious surface damage, centering is king for me. I've owned several 86 Jordan's and centering is key. As far as fake flips and doctored holders, my studying of both the 86 Jordan and 52 Mantle have made my eye pretty sharp in that regard since those are probably the 2 most counterfeited and tampered with cards in the hobby.

I will also keep an eye on those auction houses. I was only aware of 2 or 3 so thank you again for the rest of the list!

[pawpawdiv9]

There are a few sites to check a list of major AH,
use AuctionReport: http://www.auctionreport.com/auction-schedule/
or use Oldcardboard site: http://oldcardboard.com/calendar.asp

of course there are some NOT on the list, like the Saco River or smaller AH where there might be bargins.

[7nohitter]

Joe,

There is a seller on the forum who goes to the White Plains shows with '52 Mantles....Donscards I believe is his name....you should pm him.

[Jsquared123]

Originally Posted by 7nohitter

Joe,

There is a seller on the forum who goes to the White Plains shows with '52 Mantles....Donscards I believe is his name....you should pm him.

Thank you. Will do!