rare "commons"vs HOF

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Posted By: Gilbert Maines

Assuming this is only opinions here, and we don't actually have to be correct; I agree with Andy. For a HOF card to rise in value over typical market changes, it has to have a fundamental reason to do so, such as it is the rookie card of the HOFer (and therefore is in high demand), it is the cheapest type card for that player (so, if you want that HOFer, this card gets you him at the least expense), or other fundamental advantages.
While with a rare card the question quickly becomes: which grade is best?

Edited to add:

With that being said, and with the caveat that I have been known to be incorrect, I think that you will never go wrong buying a top tier HOFer from a prime set, in totally terrible condition.