Posted By:
Gilbert MainesI hate the idea of checking my cards carefully. I am more into the overview perspective of each card. This is why a card which grades better than ex holds no premium value for me.
But circumstances arise that require additional effort to validate authenticity. I am about to embark on the assembly of a grouping of drawn '20s strip cards. These cards appear to be easily counterfeited. And many individual cards are inexpensive.
So slabbing is not cost effective. I have to learn to authenticate them myself. I have bought a black light (I think). And have tried it once - without success. I wonder what my short term future will bring.
I don't want to do this, but I have to be a big boy. Noone will do it for me, and the thieves on eBay will not beat me (often).