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Posted By: Kevin Saucier

Here you go Barry, from a thread a few months ago:



Here are edge examples of rebacked cards and some things to look for:


The first is a near perfect example with no seams, added tone, vintage faux cuts and unassuming thickness. Suspect cards at this level need all edges to be thoroughly examined with a loupe and under a halogen. Hopefully you will see some flaw or indicator that it has been rebacked such as; small cracks, overlap in card stock at the corners, fresh white cuts, adhesive residue (on the edge or on the borders) or raised fibers from sanding. Almost all rebacked cards that I have seen have thicker stock than a traditional card.




Here is an example of what a slight seam split (right side) looks like. Many may still miss this since the split is close to normal then blends into a very normal looking edge. Many pre-war cards that have not been altered may even have edges that naturally look just like this.





This rebacked card has near perfect thickness and great tone. Two completely different type and color cardstocks were joined creating a very distinct seam. Thankfully most rebacked cards will have this appearance. Without a loupe and inspection light, even this card has a natural look to the naked eye.





Kevin Saucier