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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;ronterry, post: 1336078, member: 28569&quot;]Steve that is a good question, and I&#039;m sure the TPG do their best to protect and inform the end users.&nbsp; </p><p>Yes there is restored notes, and they will be noted on slabs and will drop the grade regardless of how awesome the job is done, it still not original.</p><p>A lot of people just use bleach, and detergents to whiten the paper, however the smell and dimensions can be effected and is typically discovered even by particular end users.</p><p>Pressing and ironing can KILL the raised intaglio printing, and can for better word glaze the note.</p><p>I think some advanced techniques can involve some sort of paste like &#039;white-out&#039; of fiber resin to repair, and use paints and comb over fibers to fix cracks in the image. (I saw this program on repairing movie posters, and it&#039;s amazing what a little time will get you!)</p><p>I should contact Mr. Wood and ask him what he uses LOL</p><p>BTW: I&#039;m sure a good back light will uncover most of these major mods, and of coarse your sniffer is also your best friend for finding processed notes.</p><p>With today modern technology, expect these guys to use high quality inks and offset printing right on top!!! and just like coins, a grade up and the value can get crazy!</p><p><br /></p><p>My best advise; don&#039;t drop anything over five bills that&#039;s not in a TT slab (PCGS, PMG, &amp; CGA) from a dealer you don&#039;t know! Don&#039;t buy from anyone who doesn&#039;t offer a money back guarantee! ALWAYS KNOW YOUR DEALER![/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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