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jlcherry2477
07-08-2018, 03:03 PM
Picked up a couple mirror reds/blues and have noticed an issue with the surface, but when I scan I can't get it to show...

There's what appears to be specks or possible mini air bubble dots all over the surface. Is this common in these cards?

I'm guessing grading these with that kind of issue will not be a good idea....the scans show well, but it's much noticeable in person.

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hermanotarjeta
07-08-2018, 03:12 PM
Yes, it’s pretty common.
ThoseBackPages
07-08-2018, 03:13 PM
yes, common. now get that GOLD! :D
gradedeflator
07-08-2018, 03:17 PM
The scratches / air bubbles are usually on the thin film on the surface of the card. Many who choose to grade these cards will carefully remove the film (I hear with tweezers).

I’ve found similar issues in my 96 select mirror cards. I was very lucky to acquire a Pedro Martinez gold that had the film (ie, unpeeled) and minimal air bubbles so it graded well.

I personally prefer unpeeled cards.


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ThoseBackPages
07-08-2018, 03:19 PM
yea, peeling 22 years later is DANGEROUS imo
Screamer
07-08-2018, 03:21 PM
Beautiful cards OP
gjb70
07-08-2018, 03:30 PM
I peeled one, only because the card arrived with scuff marks on the peel. It was nerve-racking, and I’m surprised I didn’t damage the card. I won’t ever try it again.


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jlcherry2477
07-08-2018, 03:30 PM
yes, common. now get that GOLD! :D
Doubt I can acquire that for a reasonable price...:coffee:
Yes, it’s pretty common.
Thanks!
The scratches / air bubbles are usually on the thin film on the surface of the card. Many who choose to grade these cards will carefully remove the film (I hear with tweezers).

I'm guessing if grading with the peel that it may get hit hard...
yea, peeling 22 years later is DANGEROUS imo
Yea, guess I'll deal with it...MAYBE grade just to see how bad the surface will contribute to the grade.
Beautiful cards OP
Thank you!