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|  Parallel vs. variation 
			
			How would you differentiate the definitions of parallels vs variations? Is the 1956 Topps white/gray back a parallel or a variation?
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			Parallels are usually reserved for an intentional variation on all cards in a complete set.  Gray backs are only on certain series, right? And would paper stock be considered intentional back then.   I would not consider these to be a parallel, myself. 
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 Parallels were created on purpose as a way to sell more cards | 
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