1911 T3 Blank Back

[canjond]

I had thought all of the t3 proofs that I believe were discovered all at once when being walked in to the NYC card show had printers proof marks on the side.

I wonder if the card above was from a later stage of the production process.

[jcmtiger]

I have 1 proof, Schmidt Detroit, the proofs have the printer marks and they don't have the players name.

Joe

[Michael Peich]

Hi Jon,

You are correct about the printer's proof marks you mention, and they usually represent the color registration marks. I've seen examples of those proofs owned by Terry Knouse. The blank backs without the registration marks were, I thought, proofs that were discarded once the registration was accurate and the cards were being checked for color. Once again, this is purely speculation, but as someone who makes handmade books, and has a passing familiarity with printing processes, it would make sense.

This is, however, a good thread, and let's try and solve the mystery. What about a word from "Back-man," our intrepid moderator?!

Barry--No way will I get mail today. Good thing the NYC group doesn't have one of its famed dinners planned for this evening!

Snow-bound cheers,
Mike