Step one - realize that there are virtually no legitimate reprints of Topps cards. Topps is still in business, why on earth would they authorize someone to do a reprint? If there's money to be made THEY'LL do the reprint a la Archives.
You probably ACTUALLY want to know the difference between an original and a counterfeit. THe best way is to be very familiar with the issue in question. If you're tempted to buy a dubious Seaver just because it's a great deal, and you know virtually nothing about 1967 Topps, you should probably rethink your approach. You are a prime target for counterfeiters.
That being said you do have this amazing resource full of knowledgeable people called Net54. Post it and get answers!
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