Trading Tip Keep references. Trading with someone you don't know is risky no matter how trusting they are. Paranoia is definitely not the answer, but a good reputation doesn't hurt. Keep track of names and email addresses of the people you trade with. Some traders request references when they haven't traded with anyone before. With a list handy, trading is much smoother. - tip from www.tradercracks.com
Frequently Asked Question Are cards counterfeited? How do I know if the card is real? An unfortunate aspect of the trading card industry is when some try to make a quick buck by cheating the system. This is especially true when it comes to printing of counterfeit cards that closely resemble the real cards. Where there is a will to make money, even if it is illegal, then there is a way.
Printing technology today has allowed some bad apples to produce fake cards that deplete the confidence of the entire industry. The fear of getting ripped off by a fake card and the growth of on-line card trading, have made the concept of card grading much more popular. (For more information on card grading, please see What is card grading?).
The Upper Deck Company was founded on the principle that cards will have a trademarked security hologram printed on the back to prevent counterfeiting. Other card companies have followed suit over the years and created different ways of guaranteeing that their cards are authentic, as it is extremely important to the authenticity of high value insert cards such as autographs and game used cards.
Still, there are fake cards still being produced and distributed out there today, so before you make a big purchase, have an industry expert like your trusted local hobby store owner or a paid grading service analyze the card for you. The extra time and money you put into it may save you in the long run.
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Glossary Term Legal line - This is the area on the card, packaging, solicitation, advertising, etc. that states all of the legalities and rights granted, in order to produce the card set.