Authentic 1923 W515 Ruth?

[FrankWakefield]

I agree with Frank above.

The back could discolor a bit, if it had been adjacent to another paper type for years, causing the discoloration. But that ever so slightly fuzzy type looks odd. I'd pass on that card.

[rhettyeakley]

Agreed, homemade fake. The W515-1's were printed on two different card stocks, one being exactly the same color as the front and they are fairly thin. They were also made on a sturdier card stock that doesn't chip quite as easily, I can provide scans if needed but they are pretty obvious when you see them.

This one is obvious fake because at the bottom of the card you can actually see where the border of the original scan ends and the counterfeiter left a little "extra" at the bottom that clearly shows the fact that the card was printed and then cut down from there.

-Rhett

[glchen]

Thanks, everyone. Really appreciate the comments.

[glchen]

Just wanted to thank those who responded to this thread again. After I sent a link to this thread on ebay, the seller said he'd accept a return of the card (even though the listing said no returns). I've sent the card back, and I've already received the refund. Thanks again!