That SCP T206 Wagner

[drcy]

This Wagner in its particular state is what is known as a conversation piece.

[mrreality68]

Originally Posted by drcy

This Wagner in its particular state is what is known as a conversation piece.

Agreed it is still a conversation piece

It is a still T206 Wagner

So we will see what the bidding brings

[Snowman]

I would estimate that we have ~63% of the card. As far as restoration goes, it would entirely depend on the skill of the person restoring it, for my tastes. If someone was actually able to somehow rebuild it using a magical paper stock with neanderthal tattoo ink that somehow actually made it look original, then I'd be all for it, and I wouldn't mind it having a "restored" tag on the flip. However, if one of these hack jobs got a hold of it and botched the restoration to where it was obvious, then I'd want no part of it and would just rather have it as it currently sits. Although, with this particular copy, there is also a significant value aspect tied up in the fact that this was the 2nd card PSA ever graded. Hate them or don't, the fact that this is serial #00000002 is meaningful and definitely adds value.

[drcy]

I think it's a unique piece in this state. There are so many whole Wagners, this one is unique in its own unusual way.

Originally Posted by Snowman

I would estimate that we have ~63% of the card. As far as restoration goes, it would entirely depend on the skill of the person restoring it, for my tastes. If someone was actually able to somehow rebuild it using a magical paper stock with neanderthal tattoo ink that somehow actually made it look original, then I'd be all for it, and I wouldn't mind it having a "restored" tag on the flip. However, if one of these hack jobs got a hold of it and botched the restoration to where it was obvious, then I'd want no part of it and would just rather have it as it currently sits. Although, with this particular copy, there is also a significant value aspect tied up in the fact that this was the 2nd card PSA ever graded. Hate them or don't, the fact that this is serial #00000002 is meaningful and definitely adds value.

[Exhibitman]

Restorers work on artwork all the time. If I had the card, I would do some research and have it restored by the best I could find, for my own amusement, because WTF.

[mrreality68]

I hope it is kept how it is and not restored.
It will be interesting to see what it sells for my uneducated guess is $650k

[Leon]

Originally Posted by mrreality68

I hope it is kept how it is and not restored.
It will be interesting to see what it sells for my uneducated guess is $650k

That's close I think.... I would take the over though...I won't be bidding. I like big borders...
And I too almost always prefer leaving something alone and not restoring. That said on some photos and art pieces a little preservation helps.
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[doug.goodman]

Originally Posted by Exhibitman

Restorers work on artwork all the time. If I had the card, I would do some research and have it restored by the best I could find, for my own amusement, because WTF.

Great!