Franken-Wagner Under the Microscope + Love of the Game Responds

Cage joins the show live from Fanatics Fest to share his biggest takeaways from one of the hobby's premier events before Al Crisafulli of Love of the Game Auctions joins us for an in-depth discussion about the hobby's most talked-about card. We examine the restored "Franken-Wagner" from every angle, discussing restoration versus alteration, transparency, provenance, donor cards, and whether a reconstructed T206 Wagner should still be considered an authentic piece of hobby history. Al also shares fascinating comparisons to the restoration of iconic automobiles and other historic collectibles, providing important context for one of the hobby's most polarizing debates. Whether you love it, hate it, or simply haven't made up your mind, this conversation is one every collector should hear. 📖 Get your copy of Pops & Comps and discover the psychology behind the sports card market. 🧭 Take the Hobby Spectrum Assessment and discover your unique collecting profile. 👍 If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another collector. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices