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leonI had this same email with Glen V. last night. I then looked through about 20 old auction pamphlets to find the Lipset one I was looking for. It had a "Koenisberg" (not sure if that is correct spelling) full box in it. Mr. Lemke also said in an article with David Rudd, of Cycleback fame, that those cards were supposed to be fake. Don't hold my feet to the fire on this one but this is what I believe I read. Those particular ones are definitely NOT fake. The only relation I am making to this card is that just because someone believes something does not mean it is necessarily so. By saying this I am in no way doubting the expertise of those mentioned in this thread. They are recognized experts in our field by all who know them. Having chatted with both of them ( or having several nice emails with Mr. Lemke) I know that both of them are open for new ideas. After seeing a few cards in my short career I will need to examine this type card in person to make my own determination. From the look of it, it looks real. I have several "type" cards, including (2) of the (3) E121 "Creamnut or Goodie Bread" backed cards, a Johnson overprint card, a Witmor backed card, a few Gassler cards, a Gertenrich, some Gasslers, and a few others.......those cards have the "vintage" feel to them. By putting them under a magnifying instrument and actually holding and feeling ( and maybe smelling 
) them you can get an idea. Generally, very even toning, that looks "too" even, is not a good sign. The card on ebay does look to have some pretty even toning on back....and yes, I know about most of the series that have trademark even toning.....'49 Leaf etc........bottom line is, if it has the look and feel of an older card it probably is.....I will side with Frank on this one until I can hold one and make my own determination....(not that I would always be correct)..so you guys let me win it and I will give you more of an opinion.....regards all .....