how-to
How to Spot Fake Pokémon Cards: 6 Checks That Work
How to spot fake Pokémon cards using the light test, edge check and text sharpness. Which cards get counterfeited most, and why a reprint isn't the same as a fake.
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Kardexy Team
The team behind Kardexy — building the fastest way to scan, price, and track a Pokémon or Magic collection. We write about identifying printings, reading the market, and getting more out of the hobby.
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collecting-guides
Holo vs Reverse Holo Pokémon Cards: The Difference
The difference between holo and reverse holo Pokémon cards, which is rarer, and why the treatment changes what a card sells for. Tell them apart in two seconds.
how-to
How to Tell if a Pokémon Card Is 1st Edition
How to tell if a Pokémon card is 1st Edition: where the stamp sits, how it differs from Shadowless and Unlimited printings, and how to check the stamp isn't faked.
collecting-guides
Where to Sell Pokémon Cards: Best Options by Card Value
Where to sell Pokémon cards for the most money, compared by fees and speed. Singles vs bulk, TCGplayer vs eBay vs local shops, and the pricing step most sellers skip.
card-values
What Pokémon Cards Are Worth Money? 6 Categories to Check
Which Pokémon cards are worth money: Base Set holos, 1st Edition stamps, alternate arts, secret rares and promos. How to find the valuable few in a large collection.
how-to
How to Tell if a Pokémon Card Is Rare (Symbols Explained)
How to tell if a Pokémon card is rare using the rarity symbol, foil type and card number, plus why a rare symbol doesn't always mean the card is worth money.