Proper Etiquette After Purchasing "Altered" Card

[NiceDocter]

Depends on how well you know the dealer and your relationship. He may have other cards in this same group and would appreciate the input if not done in a negative way. Most guys would probably offer to buy it back but youd still be out the grading fees. And dont forget that just because a grading company says something doesnt make it the last word. Another company might have a different opinion. Either way, its a decent card in rough shape and if you paid "1" money for it you got what you paid for. I always let dealers know if something came up with a card I bought that was unexpected and maybe because I handle it in a diplomatic way and not expecting anything I have almost always had no problems. Most of the time I end up keeping the card anyhow because I liked it and thats why I bought it.

[Peter_Spaeth]

If you don't want a return or refund, what would be your purpose in telling the guy?

[NiceDocter]

The purpose would be that if the dealer had a group of similar cards purchased at the same time he could look and see if others might have color added or were altered in some way. If I were a dealer I would want to know so I could sell with the best information to buyers ..... not just letting "the buyer beware".... also it may be educational for him ( if it actually does have color added) assuming he was not being deceptive in the first place. Finally, the dealer may know where he got the card (or cards) in the first place and then may consider that information in future purchases from that source. I think bringing the card in the holder and showing it to him rather than just telling him would be the right way. OR>>>>>> he might just tell you to shove it and then you would know more about that dealer for the future as well!!!

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by NiceDocter

The purpose would be that if the dealer had a group of similar cards purchased at the same time he could look and see if others might have color added or were altered in some way. If I were a dealer I would want to know so I could sell with the best information to buyers ..... not just letting "the buyer beware".... also it may be educational for him ( if it actually does have color added) assuming he was not being deceptive in the first place. Finally, the dealer may know where he got the card (or cards) in the first place and then may consider that information in future purchases from that source.

Agreed, but I am wondering what the OP's purpose would be and why he brought this up, he only told us what his purpose would NOT be.

[Johnny630]

Unless you want a refund...there is nothing further to do.

[Zach Wheat]

agree with others let it go