71 Topps Mays Flaw

[quitcrab]

I think dimples are hereditary.

[Tere1071]

For humans, perhaps; for decorative pieces of paper/cardboard not so much.

Happy collecting!

Phil aka Tere1071

[bigfanNY]

Two main causes are an imperfection in the cardboard or moisture or air that forms a bubble under the paint. Just part of the process. And just 2 of the many things that happen to cards before during and after they are placed and sealed in a wax pack.

[Tere1071]

Thank you for the response. Would it his particular defect/blemish affect the condition of the card? One day, I will upgrade it for a card in ex-mint condition. I have always thought of this particular card as being in excellent condition, would it be more accurate to describe it as being in vg-ex?

Phil l aka Tere1071

[raulus]

Originally Posted by Tere1071

Thank you for the response. Would it his particular defect/blemish affect the condition of the card? One day, I will upgrade it for a card in ex-mint condition. I have always thought of this particular card as being in excellent condition, would it be more accurate to describe it as being in vg-ex?

Phil l aka Tere1071

I think if you want us to express an opinion on the grade, you're going to need to give us less blurry scans. Plus it would be nice to see the back.

[Tere1071]

Originally Posted by raulus

I think if you want us to express an opinion on the grade, you're going to need to give us less blurry scans. Plus it would be nice to see the back.

Unfortunately, the camera on my phone sucks so that's the best that I can provide.

Phil aka Tere1071

[Bigdaddy]

I sent in a recent SGC submittal that included a 1983T Tony Gywnn that I had picked out of a stack of Gwynns. Had looked at all of them with a loop and thought this one had the best combination of centering, corners and edges. Thought it would be at least an 8.

When I got it back it was a 5 and upon further inspection I could see the dimple on the surface. I'm sure it was that way from Topps. Spent so much time on the corners and centering that I just overlooked the surface.

[bigfanNY]

Phil
JMHO and I tend to grade tough because thr TPG's grade tough. Yes it is a surface defect so will take it down. All 4 corners have wear, the edges also show wear and the overall color and registration show wear as well. I would grade this card in the 3 range assuming the back is good. 71 Mays cards are difficult in high grade. And when you look to upgrade you are going to look for a bit to find a card that represents the current standard. What I am saying is since the current standard is very tough a 71 Mays graded today in a 6 is going to be very different from a 71 Mays in an older PSA holder. And very very different from a SGC 71 Mays in an older case. So be picky you only want to upgrade once. Best case senerrio is you find a nice raw copy that you like and add it to your set.

[Tere1071]

I'm also strict on my grading and I have seen cards in vg-ex condition that show more wear than my current Mays. The back of the card is centered and has no wear or markings. You're right about the difficulty in finding one that is centered and has little to no wear.

Currently, I am trying to upgrade the commons that are notorious for being off-center without them going into the mid to high three figure range in terms of price. As for an upgrade for the Mays, I'll have to settle for something that is excellent mint, whether is graded or not.

Thank you for the feedback and happy collecting!

Phil aka Tere1071

[DHogan]

Originally Posted by Tere1071

I'm also strict on my grading and I have seen cards in vg-ex condition that show more wear than my current Mays. The back of the card is centered and has no wear or markings. You're right about the difficulty in finding one that is centered and has little to no wear.

Currently, I am trying to upgrade the commons that are notorious for being off-center without them going into the mid to high three figure range in terms of price. As for an upgrade for the Mays, I'll have to settle for something that is excellent mint, whether is graded or not.

Thank you for the feedback and happy collecting!

Phil aka Tere1071

Phil,

I'm only three cards away from finishing my 1971 set. The Rollie Fingers card #384 has been a pain in the backside for me trying to find even a nearly centered card.