How To Spot A Fake 1985 Star Jordan Last 11 ROY #1
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The 1985 Star Last 11 ROY Michael Jordan #1 card is one of the most valuable Star cards throughout their three years of card issuance. While we always recommend that collectors purchase a graded copy of high-value cards such as this, we know that some collectors want to find a ‘raw’ bargain.
Thus, hopefully, this guide will help you avoid getting scammed, as many fakes are circulating for this card. We also encourage collectors to utilize this guide to avoid scams on eBay. So, let’s dig in.
Here’s one of the more common fakes circulating on eBay. First, you should notice the sort of grid-like checkered texture to the imaging—can see it best on Jordan’s shoulder and in the rest of the background on the photo.
Here’s the fake card (on the left) versus the actual card on the right-hand side. With the authentic card, you can see the image is much crisper and doesn’t have that checkered look. Also, the fake has a different color text — more of a darker navy blue, whereas the blue on the actual card is brighter.
Now, let’s look at the back of this fake compared to an actual card. The exact text coloring issues are apparent on the back of the fake card, as the text and ink used is a darker blue. On the original card, the blue is not as dark. Thus, just from an ink coloring standpoint, the clues on the front and back should clearly indicate what is real and what is fake.
I have seen another fake slightly closer in coloring, but the card is glossy on the front and back. No Star cards should have ANY gloss, so if you notice any glossiness, move on. Here is an example to avoid:
And if you see these red-lettered ‘Rookie Of The Year’ cards, know that they were part of the 1997 Shop At Home scandal and should be avoided:
If you come across any fakes that we haven’t seen, please send them our way at help@starbasketballcards.com.
