1888 S. F. Hess (N321) card controversy ends....it's FREE, at last it's FREE of TPG

[darkhorse9]

This is a subject that I would almost NEVER get involved in because there are many people FAR more knowledgeable than I and this matter and Ted is one of them.

First off..I am a raw card collector and love it when a card is freed from the confines, but in this case I think that may not have been so wise a decision.

In Ted's hands this card will be properly presented for what it is and what the controversy and debate is. But if Ted ever decides to sell it and once this card is released into the wild and changes hands a couple of times I'm worried that the true origins of the card will become clouded and it might not be properly presented for what it is.

When there's a doubt as to the authenticity of a card, having a TPG actually becomes a good thing.

[tedzan]

Originally Posted by darkhorse9

This is a subject that I would almost NEVER get involved in because there are many people FAR more knowledgeable than I and this matter and Ted is one of them.

First off..I am a raw card collector and love it when a card is freed from the confines, but in this case I think that may not have been so wise a decision.

In Ted's hands this card will be properly presented for what it is and what the controversy and debate is. But if Ted ever decides to sell it and once this card is released into the wild and changes hands a couple of times I'm worried that the true origins of the card will become clouded and it might not be properly presented for what it is.

When there's a doubt as to the authenticity of a card, having a TPG actually becomes a good thing.

Mark

I appreciate your comments.

This Hess card is in my 19th Century type set to stay. Most likely, I will pass onto to my Grandson, Ron, the majority of my collection [Goodwin Champions set,
a complete all-SOVEREIGN T206 set, a near complete all-PIEDMONT T206 set, 4 - T206 sub-sets, Goudey sets, Play Ball sets, Bowman sets, 1952 Topps (near
complete Master set), and 1887-1987 type card collection, etc., etc.].


Me and Ron (recent College grad.)




Therefore, this particular card will not be "released into the wild" anytime in the near future.


Thanks Mark, and happy collecting.


TED Z
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[timn1]

There's a lot about the world that you and I disagree on, but I couldn't agree with you more about TPG and its effects. Congratulations on freeing Mr. S.!

Good seeing you in Cleveland.

[tedzan]

....and, it was good seeing you and Mike Peich at the show in Cleveland.

Take care,


TED Z
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