Topps Venezuelan - To Soak or not to Soak?

[Bestdj777]

Originally Posted by brewing

I agree.

Thanks guys. Either way, I am happy with the card. If it arrives and I can get some of the paper off, all the better.

[begsu1013]

dj,

is that the same 66 that's in the pick up thread? it's a very nice example regardless of whether it's paper loss or not. fingers crossed it's not...

keep us updated, especially if you decide to soak...

be sure to try a common first before dunking that mantle

[Bestdj777]

Thanks Bob. It is the same one. The front was in such great shape--and the price was right--so I figured I would take a chance on it. I have another 1966, so if it doesn't come off it's no great loss. I'll definitely keep everyone in the loop.

Has anyone soaked a Venezuelan? The paper quality has me a little concerned.

[alfredoleal2001]

Ive never done anything like this with mine, Id actually never thought about it and had never heard of it. Id be afraid to do it especially with a Mantle!!!! What would you use to rub it with??? I could try with some dupes and see what happens

[begsu1013]

I hadn't, but that's why I was advising to purchase a low grade common or something first and try a test run...

we know the paper is a little inferior compared to reg topps, but what about the ink as well?

I've never soaked a card, intentionally atleast, so I am really curious to the results!!

[Bestdj777]

Thanks. If it turns out it isn't paper loss, I'll likely pick up a low grade common and experiment.

Alfredo, you typically submerge the card in distilled water, let it soak for an hour or two, and then tag a q-tip to it and try to gently brush away the paper. I've seen it done a lot for T206 cards and other tobacco cards, but ever card issue is a little different. You run the risk of the card falling completely apart, which is a major concern given how fragile these are. I'll look for a beater to try it on first I guess.