First-edition copies are extremely desirable, though they're very challenging to find in pristine condition
Check five things: card back color (fakes have a purple tint), text sharpness (fakes are blurry), card thickness and feel (fakes are too thick or thin), holofoil quality (fakes are too shiny), and the authenticity stamp in the bottom-left corner (fakes have a harshly printed stamp)
Whether its the iconic Pikachu Illustrator card or the legendary Charizard, the incredible prices these cards fetch prove that the Pokmon TCG has evolved into a serious market
Its a great way to upgrade cheap pieces into game-winning threats or revive combo pieces at the right moment
We found out some of the key things you should be looking for when you're buying and selling your Pokmon cards to tell if it's real or fake
Heres a straightforward recommendation for each scenario