In 1981, a scam artist sold fake 1963 Topps Pete Rose rookie cards at the Philly Show. Three years later, 10,000 fake Rose cards were confiscated in California. They were among the first widely reported instances in which the growing values of baseball cards led to outright efforts to use fakes as a way of making a handsome profit. In some ways, the fake Rose cards marked … [Read more...] about Identifying Fake Cards as Counterfeiters, Scammers Gain Better Technology
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Notes: Greg Morris’ New Venture; a Card ‘Search Engine’; New Book on Fakes, More
Greg Morris Cards, one of eBay’s biggest volume sports card sellers, has launched a new website offering higher value sports memorabilia and athlete experiences. Athletes and entertainers will offer items from their personal collections on consignment and also opportunities to meet in person for golf or other activities. Collectt.com currently has over 1,400 items and … [Read more...] about Notes: Greg Morris’ New Venture; a Card ‘Search Engine’; New Book on Fakes, More
Panini Files Fourth Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Over Homemade Cards
Panini America continues its aggressive pursuit against trademark infringement, particularly when it comes to its “Rated Rookie” logo. For the fourth time in six months, attorneys for the Dallas-based company filed a federal lawsuit. And for the second time in two weeks, a Pennsylvania man is being sued for trademark infringement. The lawsuit, filed Christmas Eve in … [Read more...] about Panini Files Fourth Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Over Homemade Cards
Fake Curry Rookie Cards Begin to Surface
Despite not finishing the season with a second straight NBA title, few modern era issues have seen the rise in interest and value that we've seen in Steph Curry rookie cards over the last 12 months. The downside is that at least one of them is now being counterfeited. Curry's 2009-10 Topps rookie card, part of the company's last set prior to Panini America taking over the … [Read more...] about Fake Curry Rookie Cards Begin to Surface
Caught With Counterfeit Cards, PA Man Awaits Sentencing
The feds have caught up with a dealer selling counterfeit sports cards, but he's still free to wheel and deal---for now. … [Read more...] about Caught With Counterfeit Cards, PA Man Awaits Sentencing
Pennsylvania Dealer Faces Criminal Charges
Resealed wax packs and fake autographs are at the center of a case against a long-time sports memorabilia dealer. … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Dealer Faces Criminal Charges