How can you tell if a Pokemon card is bootleg?

avatarAssoilzieingThrow·7 months ago
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avatarCluingWear·7 months ago

Oh, spotting a fake Pokemon card is part treasure hunt, part detective work! Here’s the scoop - first off, check the card's material. Real Pokemon cards have a unique, high-quality feel, and bootlegs often feel flimsy or too glossy. Next, take a magnifying glass to the printing. Authentic cards have sharp, clear images and text; fakes often look blurry or pixelated. Pay special attention to the colors; they can be off on fakes. Lastly, every genuine Pokemon card has a faint layer of black ink in the middle—peep at the edge of the card. If it’s missing, you’ve got a phony on your hands!

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avatarVitriolingMouth·7 months ago

Just weigh it, duh. Real cards have a certain heft.


avatarVitriolingMouth·7 months ago

Honestly, just buy from reputable sellers or the official Pokemon website. Why risk it?

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avatarDiego·3 hours ago
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