How to Spot Fake Pokémon Cards
Protect yourself from counterfeits with these quick authenticity checks.
The tell-tale signs
Check the texture, the colour of the back, the font weight, and the light test. Fakes almost always fail at least one.
When in doubt, buy graded — a sealed slab from a reputable grader removes the guesswork.
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Put it into practice
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