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Real Pokmon cards have specific characteristics: A distinct texture that feels slightly rough on the card face Clean, crisp font with no blurriness in text or energy symbols A visible blue inner layer when you hold the card edge up to a light source Holographic patterns with real depth and smooth color shifts (fakes look flat or printed) Additional checks: Hold the card at an angle under a light and check for even holo shimmer Perform a light bend test genuine cards have a specific give and snap back evenly Compare against a verified copy from the same set if you have one available Check energy symbols under a magnifying glass blurry or oddly spaced symbols are a red flag Taking five minutes to authenticate before listing protects your seller reputation

Players should double-check what format is being used before choosing a deck to bring to their events

CGC Trading Cards wishes to thank Tavis King and Chris Nitz for their time and expertise in assisting with the certification of these cards.