Andjel 2251
OzCardTrader
I would say any kind of damage detracts from the overall value of any card. If you were to get that card graded by CGA I am sure this would impact on the overall rating.
I recall seeing a picture posted here of Wally Lewis signing his legends cards from 14 Traders.
The pile he had in front of him looked to be well over 250.
I know the signing players are given some (not sure how many) but for arguments sake say there are 30 spares, this is a heap of cards to have to replace over the course of a release.
ESP's quality control is terrible. I think that all high end signatures need to go back to being via redemption. The amount of legends signatures I have seen on eBay that have been pulled out of a packet but a kid and then thrown on eBay with dog ears etc is not good.
Yes i think an incomplete 4 does detract from the card !! And therefore the value .....
And to say Hope you enjoy your card is a bit of a slap in the face .... Do I have a choice ???