Then there was that transitional window in the mid 1970's-early 80's where some IP collectors favored purple Sharpie. I've heard it said that it dried faster. It apparently lost whatever footing it had by mid-decade. Too bad. I personally think the purple looks great on period cards. The vintage ink also had a way of aging that can't be replicated. If you want to call it an autograph patina, I guess you could. I like it.
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