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fkwThis card is one of the easiest of all reprints to spot. Because there is actual design differences. This card is missing 2 complete lines of print at the bottom of the back...
"C.1952 Bowman Gum Division Haelan Labora-
tories Inc. Phila 44 Pa - Ptd in USA"
When the reprint was designed they removed the last 2 lines of print then replaced it with the word "Reprint" then that was scuffed off.
The best thing to do when in doubt is to compare the card to other cards (best are graded cards). You will start to see differences in ink color, border width, card stock, surface gloss and texture, cropping, definition, and wear and age patterns, etc. fake wear and age is usually overdone and doesnt match the way an authentic card would wear/age.