T206 Red Cobb SGC 60/Altered? on eBay

[onlychild]

Prior to bidding I asked Leon, who referred me to Scott, if the corner was creased or bent from the front, as it appeared there was an impression, but it was simply the scan (which is the same scan I am using for my ebay listing). I acknowledged to them I was aware of the corner flaw, and playfully referred to it as a “hanging chad.” Scott examined the corner with a loupe and told me there was no wrinkle or crease, only some wear.

Not placing any blame but IMO I think this may have been where things started to go south. If true, perhaps Scott should have been a little more informative. Based on his skill, knowledge and expertise, if he indeed said there was only some wear, it would have been encouraging news...enough to make a confident and comfortable bid.
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[botn]

Hey Kevin!

That is certainly one point at which this may have been averted however if the card had been assessed properly by SGC then it never would never been holdered so Scott would not have a card to examine. And whether or not he should have recognized something which looked odd, how far does an auction house have to go on authenticating an authenticated item? I don't know the answer myself. Just asking...