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PSA: fake label fronts glued over real PSA labels

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Summary

PSA warns forgers may add a fake front to a real PSA label; the extra layer makes the label too thick to see through against a strong light, and parts of the real label may show. Forgers may also copy older label styles.

Cert number shown: Not applicable. Seller identities are never published. Source date: PSA Security: A Buyer's Guide.

Reported diagnostics

  • Cannot see reverse text through label against a light
  • Another label visible underneath
  • Older-style label

What to do

Backlight the label; ask online sellers for backlit photos.

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