[freakhappy]

The quick answer is simply no. But to put more thought into it, it really is a preference thing. I used collect modern cards and since I like graded specimen, I always went for the highest graded cards...not to mention that you can do that with modern compared to vintage and pre-war. But this past year I started to collect T206's and my opinion and preference was forced to change. If I wanted to collect pre-war, I had to settle for lower to mid-grade examples...otherwise there would be no way I could collect them.

Since a year ago, I have learned a lot from this website and after curving my preference, I like cards with eye appeal and no paper loss (although minor back loss is no big deal).

I understand being more strict grade-wise on modern cards, but you will most likely have to loosen up with some vintage and pre-war...believe me, you will learn to love them even if they are in a lower grade.

Good luck with your quest!