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== Getting Started ==
== Getting Started ==
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== Card Types ==
== Techniques ==


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<div style="background:#6f42c1; color:white; padding:10px; font-weight:bold; font-size:1.1em;">Conservation Techniques</div>


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=== Japanese TCGs ===
=== Cleaning ===
'''[[Pokemon TCG Cards]]''' ''(1996-Present)''
'''[[Cleaning Techniques]]'''
* [[Pokemon:Holo Scratches|Holo Scratch Removal]]
 
* [[Pokemon:Edge Whitening|Edge Whitening]]
{{Safe|Start here - the foundation of all conservation}}
* [[Pokemon:Surface Cleaning|Surface Cleaning]]
 
* Dry cleaning methods
* Wet cleaning (when appropriate)
* Stain removal basics
* Surface debris removal
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=== Pressing & Flattening ===
'''[[Pressing and Flattening]]'''
 
{{Caution|Requires patience and proper technique}}
 
* Humidity treatment
* Book press method
* [[Heat Press|Heat press techniques]]
* When NOT to press
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=== Surface Repair ===
'''[[Surface Repair]]''' | '''[[Polishing]]''' | '''[[Scratch Removal]]'''
 
* [[Polishing|Polish techniques]] ("wet look")
* [[Scratch Removal|Scratch treatment by severity]]
* [[Layer Delamination|Layer separation repair]]
* When to stop
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=== Structural Repair ===
'''[[Crease Removal]]''' | '''[[Indent Removal]]'''
 
{{Warning|Advanced techniques - practice first}}
 
* [[Crease Removal|IPA vapor crease treatment]]
* [[Indent Removal|Localized humidity method]]
* [[Heat Press|Heat press acceleration]]
* [[Humidity Storm|Humidity storm technique]]
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=== Edge & Corner Work ===
'''[[Edge and Corner Work]]'''
 
* Edge whitening treatment
* Corner repair techniques
* Pen tool methods
* [[Layer Delamination|Delamination repair]]
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=== Finding Projects ===
'''[[Finding Restoration Candidates]]'''
 
* What makes a good candidate
* Where to source cards
* [[Buying on eBay|eBay buying strategies]]
* ROI calculations
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'''[[Yu-Gi-Oh! Cards]]''' ''(1999-Present)''
== Card Types ==
* Ultra Rares & Secret Rares
* Starlight/Collector Rares
* OCG vs TCG Differences


'''[[One Piece TCG Cards]]''' ''(2022-Present)''
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* Manga Art Cards
 
* Leader & Character Cards
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* Alt Art Variants


'''[[Digimon Card Game]]''' ''(2020-Present)''
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* Alt Arts & Secret Rares
=== Trading Card Games ===
* Parallel Foils
* '''[[Magic: The Gathering Cards|Magic: The Gathering]]''' ''(1993)''
* '''[[Pokemon TCG Cards|Pokemon TCG]]''' ''(1996)''
* '''[[Yu-Gi-Oh! Cards|Yu-Gi-Oh!]]''' ''(1999)''
* '''[[Weiss Schwarz Cards|Weiss Schwarz]]''' ''(2008)''
* '''[[Cardfight!! Vanguard Cards|Cardfight!! Vanguard]]''' ''(2011)''
* '''[[Final Fantasy TCG Cards|Final Fantasy TCG]]''' ''(2016)''
* '''[[Dragon Ball Super Cards|Dragon Ball Super]]''' ''(2017)''
* '''[[Flesh and Blood Cards|Flesh and Blood]]''' ''(2019)''
* '''[[Digimon Cards|Digimon]]''' ''(2020)''
* '''[[One Piece TCG Cards|One Piece TCG]]''' ''(2022)''
* '''[[Disney Lorcana Cards|Disney Lorcana]]''' ''(2023)''
* '''[[Star Wars Unlimited Cards|Star Wars Unlimited]]''' ''(2024)''
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=== Western TCGs ===
=== [[Sports Cards]] ===
'''[[Magic: The Gathering Cards]]''' ''(1993-Present)''
'''By Sport'''
* Alpha/Beta/Unlimited
* [[Baseball Cards|Baseball]]
* Reserved List Cards
* [[Basketball Cards|Basketball]]
* Modern Foils & Treatments
* [[Football Cards|Football]]
* [[Hockey Cards|Hockey]]
* [[Soccer Cards|Soccer]]
* [[UFC Boxing Cards|UFC/Boxing]]
* [[Racing Cards|Racing]]
* [[Wrestling Cards|Wrestling]]


'''[[Disney Lorcana Cards]]''' ''(2023-Present)''
'''By Era'''
* Enchanted Cards
* [[Vintage Sports Cards|Vintage]] ''(Pre-1980)''
* Foil Treatments
* [[Junk Wax Era Cards|Junk Wax Era]] ''(1987-1993)''
* Cold Foil Technology
* [[Insert Era Cards|Insert Era]] ''(1993-2005)''
* [[Ultra Modern Cards|Ultra Modern]] ''(2017+)''


'''[[Flesh and Blood Cards]]''' ''(2019-Present)''
'''By Manufacturer'''
* Cold Foil Cards
* [[Topps Cards|Topps]]
* Marvel/Fable Rarity
* [[Panini Cards|Panini]]
* First Edition Identification
* [[Upper Deck Cards|Upper Deck]]
* [[Bowman Cards|Bowman]]
* [[Donruss Cards|Donruss]]
* [[Fleer Cards|Fleer]]
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=== Sports Cards ===
=== Vintage & Non-Sports ===
'''[[Sports Cards]]'''
'''Tobacco Era''' ''(1880s-1940s)''
* [[Topps Cards]]
* [[T206 Cards|T206]]
* [[Upper Deck Cards]]
* [[Tobacco Card Conservation|Tobacco Conservation]]
* [[Panini Cards]]
* [[Pre War Card Care|Pre-War Care]]
* [[Bowman Cards]]


'''[[Vintage Sports Cards]]''' ''(Pre-1980)''
'''Gum Card Era''' ''(1930s-1970s)''
* [[Vintage Tobacco Cards|Tobacco Era (T206, etc.)]]
* [[Goudey Cards|Goudey]]
* Goudey & Bowman Gum Era
* [[Bowman Vintage Cards|Bowman Vintage]]
* Topps Golden Age
* [[Early Topps Cards|Early Topps]]


''1880s - Present''
'''Non-Sports'''
* [[Movie TV Cards|Movie & TV]]
* [[Garbage Pail Kids Cards|Garbage Pail Kids]]
* [[Marvel DC Cards|Marvel/DC]]
* [[Historical Cards|Historical]]
* [[War Cards|War]]
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=== Other TCGs ===
=== Special Card Types ===
'''[[Weiss Schwarz Cards]]'''
'''[[Special Surface Cards]]'''
* Signed Cards (SP)
* [[Special Surface Cards#Foil and Holographic Cards|Foil & Holographic]]
* Foil Variants
* [[Special Surface Cards#Textured and Embossed Cards|Textured & Embossed]]
* [[Special Surface Cards#Acetate and Clear Cards|Acetate & Clear]]
* [[Special Surface Cards#Metal Cards|Metal]]
 
'''[[Autographed Cards]]'''
* Ink preservation, authentication, grading


'''[[Dragon Ball Super Cards]]'''
'''[[Relic Patch Cards|Relic & Patch Cards]]'''
* Special Rares
* Jersey, patch, bat, ball memorabilia
* God Rares


'''[[Star Wars Unlimited Cards]]''' ''(2024-Present)''
'''[[Grading Guide]]'''
* Hyperspace Variants
* [[Grading Guide#Preparing Cards for Grading|Prep]] | [[Grading Guide#Graded Slab Care|Slab Care]] | [[Grading Guide#Reholder Considerations|Reholder]]
* Showcase Treatments


'''[[Vintage Non-Sports Cards]]'''
'''[[Damage Restoration]]'''
* Movie & TV Cards
* [[Damage Restoration#Water Damage|Water]] | [[Damage Restoration#Smoke Damage|Smoke]] | [[Damage Restoration#Mold and Mildew|Mold]] | [[Damage Restoration#Sun Fading|Sun]]
* Historical Sets
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== Techniques ==
== Storage & Protection ==


<div style="background:#6f42c1; color:white; padding:10px; font-weight:bold; font-size:1.1em;">Conservation Techniques</div>
<div style="background:#fd7e14; color:white; padding:10px; font-weight:bold; font-size:1.1em;">Preserve Your Collection</div>


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=== Cleaning ===
=== [[Card Sleeves Holders|Sleeves & Holders]] ===
'''[[Cleaning Techniques]]'''
Penny Sleeves | Perfect Fits | Top Loaders | Card Savers | One-Touch | Team Bags


{{Safe|Start here - the foundation of all conservation}}
''Complete guide with sizing, brands & buying links''
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* Dry cleaning methods
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* Wet cleaning (when appropriate)
=== Long-Term Storage ===
* Stain removal basics
* [[Storage Boxes]]
* Surface debris removal
* [[Climate Control]]
* [[UV Protection]]
* [[Humidity Management]]
* [[Archival Materials]]
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=== Pressing & Flattening ===
=== Display Options ===
'''[[Pressing and Flattening]]'''
* [[Display Cases]]
* [[Framing Cards]]
* [[Binders and Albums]]
* [[Wall Mounts]]
* [[UV-Protective Display]]
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== Grading & Authentication ==
 
<div style="background:#6c757d; color:white; padding:10px; font-weight:bold; font-size:1.1em;">Professional Services</div>
 
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{{Caution|Requires patience and proper technique}}
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=== Grading Companies ===
* [[PSA Grading]]
* [[BGS Grading]]
* [[CGC Grading]]
* [[SGC Grading]]
* [[Comparing Grading Companies]]
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* Humidity treatment
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* Book press method
=== Grading Preparation ===
* Professional pressing
* [[Pre-Submission Inspection]]
* When NOT to press
* [[Slab Cracking Guide]] - How to safely crack PSA, BGS, SGC, CGC, and TAG slabs
* [[Cleaning for Grading]]
* [[What Graders Look For]]
* [[Grade Expectations]]
* [https://www.pokemastercenter.com/how-to-grade-pokemon-cards/ Pokemon Grading Guide] ''(external)''
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=== Surface Repair ===
=== Authentication ===
'''[[Surface Repair]]'''
* [[Counterfeit Detection]]
* [[Autograph Authentication]]
* [[Fake vs Real Guide]]
* [[Red Flags to Watch]]
* [[Altered Flags]] - How alterations are detected
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== Reference ==
 
<div style="background:#563d7c; color:white; padding:10px; font-weight:bold; font-size:1.1em;">Additional Resources</div>
 
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* Scratch minimization
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* Scuff treatment
=== Technical Reference ===
* Holo restoration
* [[Altered Flags]] - Detection methods and warning signs
* When to stop
* [[Card Related Patents]] - Manufacturing and restoration patents
* [[Restoration Community]] - Industry figures and interviews
* [[Glossary]] - Terms and definitions
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=== Edge & Corner Work ===
=== Getting Started ===
'''[[Edge and Corner Work]]'''
* [[Start Here]] - Complete beginner's guide
* [[Essential Tools]] - Build your restoration kit
* [[Finding Restoration Candidates]] - Source projects wisely
* [[How to Contribute|Want to contribute?]] - Share your knowledge
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* Edge whitening treatment
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* Corner repair techniques
=== eBay Guides ===
* Touch-up methods
* [[Buying on eBay]] - Find restoration candidates
* Limitations and ethics
* [[Selling on eBay]] - Run a profitable card store
* Tips for fees, promotion, and optimization
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Latest revision as of 23:57, 5 March 2026

Welcome to Card Conservation Wiki
Your comprehensive guide to trading card restoration and conservation founded by The Cardboard Alchemists for the sole purpose of open sourcing Trading Card Conservation Techniques.
🔓 Unlock the Full Wiki
Get unlimited access to 90+ conservation guides, exclusive video tutorials, and the complete technique library.
✓ Full wiki access    ✓ Exclusive videos    ✓ Discord community    ✓ Cancel anytime

Getting Started

Safety First

Safety Guidelines

Before starting any conservation work, understand the risks and proper precautions.

Essential Equipment

Essential Tools

The right tools make all the difference. Build your conservation kit.

Starters Guide

Start Here

If you're new to card restoration, read the beginners guide.

Techniques

Conservation Techniques

Cleaning

Cleaning Techniques

Safe: Start here - the foundation of all conservation
  • Dry cleaning methods
  • Wet cleaning (when appropriate)
  • Stain removal basics
  • Surface debris removal

Pressing & Flattening

Pressing and Flattening

Caution: Requires patience and proper technique

Edge & Corner Work

Edge and Corner Work

Finding Projects

Finding Restoration Candidates

Card Types

Browse by Card Type

Vintage & Non-Sports

Tobacco Era (1880s-1940s)

Gum Card Era (1930s-1970s)

Non-Sports

Special Card Types

Special Surface Cards

Autographed Cards

  • Ink preservation, authentication, grading

Relic & Patch Cards

  • Jersey, patch, bat, ball memorabilia

Grading Guide

Damage Restoration

Storage & Protection

Preserve Your Collection

Sleeves & Holders

Penny Sleeves | Perfect Fits | Top Loaders | Card Savers | One-Touch | Team Bags

Complete guide with sizing, brands & buying links

Grading & Authentication

Professional Services

Reference

Additional Resources

Technical Reference

Getting Started

eBay Guides

Quick Reference

Safety Indicators Used in This Wiki
Safe: Green boxes indicate safe techniques for most cards
Caution: Yellow boxes indicate techniques requiring care
Unsafe: Red boxes indicate methods to avoid
WARNING: Red bordered boxes indicate serious risks
Tip: Blue boxes provide helpful tips
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