{"id":79,"date":"2022-02-15T11:35:19","date_gmt":"2022-02-15T11:35:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsworldcards.com\/?p=79"},"modified":"2022-10-11T08:38:29","modified_gmt":"2022-10-11T08:38:29","slug":"how-to-tell-if-a-basketball-card-is-a-reprint","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsworldcards.com\/how-to-tell-if-a-basketball-card-is-a-reprint\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Tell If A Basketball Card Is A Reprint"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a constantly-improving digital age, eBay, Amazon, and other card collecting marketplaces have made it significantly easier for buyers and sellers to openly communicate with each other. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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However, as the ease of buying has improved, so has the dark and mysterious side of the hobby which continues to frustrate passionate card collectors – the problem of reprints and counterfeit cards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, we\u2019ll take a closer look at four of the most effective methods you can use to find out whether a basketball card<\/a> is a reprint or not. We\u2019ll also look to answer a few of the frequently asked questions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1) Thoroughly Research The Seller<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first thing you can do is research the seller. You should do this before you purchase any basketball cards<\/a> online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to make sure the seller is legitimate because you don\u2019t want to buy from someone who has a history of selling<\/a> reprints that are passed off as originals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are some online sites such as eBay which require sellers to list cards as reprints<\/a> if they\u2019re unable to fully authenticate them. Therefore, it\u2019s essential that you make sure the seller has the sufficient proof you need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best ways to research the legitimacy and trustworthiness of the seller is to check their feedback and see if they have a minimum of 9.5% positive ratings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scroll through all their feedback comments, especially the negative ones. If they have their feedback hidden, this isn\u2019t a good sign. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also a good idea to check the seller\u2019s other sold items. For example, if they\u2019ve sold more than one of the cards that you\u2019re interested in, there\u2019s every chance that it\u2019s a reprint or counterfeit card. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2) Carefully Examine The Card<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s imperative that you carefully examine the card and compare it to a genuine original. This is because reprints are a reprint of the original card, but released at a later date. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While they might look incredibly similar to the original, there are often certain features added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, some cards might have the word \u201creprint\u201d printed on the card somewhere, while several basketball companies reproduce cards to sell in a package later – which is often a telling sign. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s worth keeping in mind that a counterfeit card can often be more difficult to spot than a reprint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike reprints, counterfeit cards are made to look identical to the original, so you\u2019ll need to study it closely to make sure the typeface, the font, and the color are all the same. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3) Don\u2019t Trust Cards In Screwdown Holders<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If a card is being sold in a screwdown holder case and is listed as authentic, there\u2019s a good chance that the seller isn\u2019t telling the truth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is because some sellers believe that this makes the card look more authentic, however it\u2019s an immediate red flag, and gives you more reason to research them further. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This isn\u2019t to say that you can\u2019t find some legitimate cards presented in a screwdown holder. It\u2019s just the majority of them are fake, so it\u2019s a good idea to err on the side of caution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4) Beware Of Deliberate Aging<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another thing to look out for are \u201caged\u201d reprints. This is when scammers deliberately soak a reprint in tea or coffee to make it look stained and older. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the card dries, it tends to have a wrinkled appearance and a sort of crackling on the surface. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a deliberate attempt from sellers to accelerate the aging of a card to make it look like an original. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, don\u2019t always be fooled by an old-looking card and immediately assume it must be authentic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Can Professionals Identify A Reprint?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yes, if you ever have any doubts or concerns about a card, you can always take it to a professional who should be able authenticate it and tell you whether it\u2019s a reprint or not. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These professionals are experts in the field, so they know all the tricks of the trade that agers and counterfeits tend to use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re shopping online and have doubts about the legitimacy of a card, these experts can still help you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simply take a screenshot of the card in question and then post it onto a website or forum with professionals who\u2019ll be able to let you know whether it\u2019s a reprint or not. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Spot A Fake Fleer Jordan Rookie Card?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are few sports cards more iconic than a Michael Jordan Fleer 1986-87 rookie card. However, it\u2019s also one of the most counterfeited cards in the industry, so it\u2019s important to make sure you get a genuine one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Listed below are some of the tips to keep in mind when identifying a fake Jordan card:<\/p>\n\n\n\n