How to Know Your Pokemon Card is Real
Honestly, just look at the holo (if it has one). Real Pokemon holos have a unique shine that's hard to replicate. Fakes usually get this wrong, either by overdoing it or missing the mark entirely.
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I bought what I thought was a rare card online, and it turned out to be a fake. The biggest tell was the weight; it felt lighter than my other cards. Always compare the weight if you can.
First off, always check the card texture. Real Pokemon cards have a distinct smooth feel and a certain thickness to them. Fakes often feel too glossy or too flimsy. Also, the colors on a genuine card are vibrant but not overly bright. If the colors on your card look washed out or too vivid, be suspicious. Next, peep the card border – it should be even and clean. Any uneven borders or smudging is a dead giveaway of a fake. Lastly, real Pokemon cards have a clear, crisp printing of text and images. If the text or images are blurry or smeared, that's a big red flag.
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