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JaktJakt Posts: 573 ✭
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So I was randomly looking up prices on VCP and saw a 1951 Bowman Mantle PSA 2 PSA 2. This is over 2.5x the average price for the past couple of years. Then I saw it was Probstein's auction.

My question is, is he really this good? Is this a pristine example of the card that should've gotten a much higher grade? Something just seems off.

I understand paying a slight premium for a high dollar card from a trusted seller, but almost $2K more? If this is the case, then why would anyone try to sell their cards on their own when he can achieve prices that are this far off the market?

Disclaimer: I have never used Probstein's services in the past. I have heard ONLY positive things about all aspects of his business. And if I see this trend continue, he will get 100% of my card selling business.
I'm building a 1968 and a 1970 Topps set. I have lots of 1970s and 1960s to offer in trade.

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  • OAKESY25OAKESY25 Posts: 4,726 ✭✭✭
    it is a crease free version and nicely centered. with tape residue being the major flaw but not so bad. imo
    actually looks like a psa 5+ to me
  • DboneesqDboneesq Posts: 18,219 ✭✭


    << <i>it is a crease free version and nicely centered. with tape residue being the major flaw but not so bad. imo
    actually looks like a psa 5+ to me >>


    I agree. This card is an AMAZING example of a PSA 2. Tape residue knocked the hell out of the grade. That being said, Rick is a great seller and I do think he will get a premium for you more times than not.
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  • yankeeno7yankeeno7 Posts: 9,251 ✭✭✭
    A card doctor will crack that out and make it a 5, possibly by just removing the tape residue.
  • ThoseBackPagesThoseBackPages Posts: 4,871 ✭✭
    thats a fantastic looking card!
    Big Fan of: HOF Post War RC, Graded RCs
    WTB: PSA 1 - PSA 3 Centered, High Eye Appeal 1950's Mantle
  • addicted2ebayaddicted2ebay Posts: 2,096 ✭✭✭✭
    When it comes to Probstein123 or PWCC I said "uncle" a long time ago trying to get there auction prices. Will probably scrap my own account and go with one of them in the near future.
  • JaktJakt Posts: 573 ✭
    What kind of commissions does Probstein charge?
    I'm building a 1968 and a 1970 Topps set. I have lots of 1970s and 1960s to offer in trade.
  • mcolney1mcolney1 Posts: 985 ✭✭✭


    << <i>A card doctor will crack that out and make it a 5, possibly by just removing the tape residue. >>



    I don't see a problem with that. If someone has the skill to remove tape residue that wasn't there when the card was produced and can turn a profit then great. Who is that guy that specializes in removing stains?
    Collecting Topps, Philadelphia and Kellogg's from 1964-1989
  • jmmiller777jmmiller777 Posts: 1,324 ✭✭✭
    I think this just goes to show that Mantle stuff is still in high demand., He is the man when it comes to baseball. I have quite a few raw Mantles, mid to late 60's. I supposse at some point I will grade 'em, although none will grade above a 6-7, most will be lower than that. I think the hobby is in pretty good shape, despite the crappy economy. This guy diffently bought the card and not the grade-good move.
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