Eric-
Aside from what Leon said (the printing is exactly how other fantasy cards look. True vintage cards would show more honest wear in this condition), the fact that this card is only sold as a reprint on-line, or for too little money, means that everyone considers it a fantasy card. Your price is also very suspicious. A true early 1940s card on DiMaggio would sell for a few hundred dollars at the minimum.
Initially, I thought it was a fake or fantasy as well. However, I recommended that you post a thread on the main forum about it, just to be sure. I think the above responses should completely answer your questions.
As we discussed via PM, I hope you can get your money back, but if not, I am with Leon on destroying the item.
Alan Elefson
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