I think, given a certain amount of credible evidence, some people would at least have an open mind to a new discovery. Not immediately accept it, mind you, but at least be willing to consider it. (Whether a slab is involved would have little to do with it. Just because some people collect graded cards doesn't mean they let professional grading companies do their thinking for them.)
Other people, no matter what the facts, would not even consider it. You see that happen almostly monthly on this board.
A similar scenario to the one you describe sort of played out with the discovery of the T206 Doyle N.Y. Nat'l variation. As the late Joe P. posted on Net54, there were experienced T206 collectors who for many years refused to acknowledge the rarity. They eventually changed their minds, Joe enjoyed pointing out.
Last edited by Rob D.; 08-28-2010 at 01:54 PM.
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