I'm not sure if it's a small bit of OCD, but I crave symmetry in my life, and that translates to an obsession with centering when it comes to cards (almost to a fault, at times.) After centering, I seek color/clarity. I can live with "corner touches" as I believe a 100+ year old card should have corners that look more loved than my 89 Upper Decks. I have learned to be OK with small creases that don't diminish the overall appeal. Bad backs don't distract me at all if the fronts are beautiful.
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