Specialized Care for Unique Cards
Error cards and misprints are valuable collectibles that require specialized restoration techniques. Our experts understand the importance of preserving the unique characteristics that make these cards special while improving their overall condition.
Common Error Cards We Restore
We have experience restoring all types of trading card errors and misprints
Print Errors
- Miscuts: Off-center or showing adjacent cards
- Ink Errors: Missing colors, ink spots, or smears
- Print Lines: Roller marks or printing defects
- Double Prints: Overlapping or ghost images
Manufacturing Errors
- Wrong Back: Incorrect card back design
- No Symbol: Missing set or rarity symbols
- Text Errors: Typos or missing text
- Holo Bleed: Holographic pattern extending beyond borders
Test Cards & Prototypes
- Square Cut: Factory test cards with square corners
- Blank Cards: Unfinished or test prints
- Sample Cards: Pre-production samples
- Artist Proofs: Development and test prints
Crimped & Damaged Cards
- Pack Crimps: Sealed pack damage marks
- Factory Damage: Production line issues
- Misaligned Holos: Off-center holographic layers
- Sheet Remnants: Uncut sheet fragments
Our Error Card Restoration Process
A careful approach that preserves what makes your card unique
Expert Assessment
Detailed documentation of all error features and damage points
Custom Plan
Develop restoration strategy that preserves error characteristics
Careful Restoration
Targeted work avoiding any alteration to error features
Documentation
Complete report with before/after photos of all features
Understanding Error Card Restoration
What we can improve vs. what we preserve
What We Can Restore
- Surface dirt and grime
- Fingerprints and smudges
- Light scratches (not affecting error)
- Edge wear (non-miscut edges)
- Corner damage (on standard corners)
- Warping and bending
- Environmental damage
What We Preserve
- All printing errors and anomalies
- Miscuts and off-center features
- Ink spots and print defects
- Factory crimps and damage
- Square cuts and unusual edges
- Missing or incorrect elements
- Any feature that makes it an error
Important Note
We never attempt to "correct" error features or make error cards look "normal". Our goal is to improve the overall condition while maintaining all the unique characteristics that make your error card valuable and collectible.
Preserving Error Card Value
How restoration enhances your error card without compromising its uniqueness
Gentle Cleaning
Remove dirt and grime without affecting print errors or unique features
Protected Features
All error characteristics are carefully protected during restoration
Full Documentation
Detailed report documenting all error features and restoration work
Trust Your Error Cards to the Experts
Professional restoration that respects and preserves what makes your card unique
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