The 1985 Prism Jewel Michael Jordan sticker is one of the most misunderstood collectibles in the hobby—and also one of the most counterfeited. With countless replicas, digital reprints, foil bootlegs, and artificially distressed fakes flooding eBay and social media, collectors need a clear system for separating genuine stickers from modern counterfeits.
DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 16 breaks down the exact authentication principles professionals use to evaluate Prism Jewel stickers. You’ll learn how to analyze foil patterns, printing behavior, card stock, cutting methods, image quality, coloration, and adhesive-backing traits—giving you a complete framework to judge authenticity with confidence.
Inside, you’ll learn how to:
Identify the correct 1985 prism foil pattern and rainbow reflection
Distinguish real printing behavior from modern digital replication
Evaluate card stock, adhesive layers, and back-surface clues
Spot pixelation, oversharpening, and incorrect coloration
Recognize artificially aged stickers and distressed counterfeits
Identify common fake types: inkjet, laminated, bootleg prism, and sheet reprints
Understand proper edge behavior, centering norms, and cutting inconsistencies
Know when professional authentication is necessary
This guide condenses years of hands-on authentication knowledge into a clear, practical resource—perfect for collectors, resellers, and anyone evaluating raw Prism Jewel stickers online or in person.
Digital Download — $49 • PDF • 9 Pages • Instant Access
The 1985 Prism Jewel Michael Jordan sticker is one of the most misunderstood collectibles in the hobby—and also one of the most counterfeited. With countless replicas, digital reprints, foil bootlegs, and artificially distressed fakes flooding eBay and social media, collectors need a clear system for separating genuine stickers from modern counterfeits.
DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 16 breaks down the exact authentication principles professionals use to evaluate Prism Jewel stickers. You’ll learn how to analyze foil patterns, printing behavior, card stock, cutting methods, image quality, coloration, and adhesive-backing traits—giving you a complete framework to judge authenticity with confidence.
Inside, you’ll learn how to:
Identify the correct 1985 prism foil pattern and rainbow reflection
Distinguish real printing behavior from modern digital replication
Evaluate card stock, adhesive layers, and back-surface clues
Spot pixelation, oversharpening, and incorrect coloration
Recognize artificially aged stickers and distressed counterfeits
Identify common fake types: inkjet, laminated, bootleg prism, and sheet reprints
Understand proper edge behavior, centering norms, and cutting inconsistencies
Know when professional authentication is necessary
This guide condenses years of hands-on authentication knowledge into a clear, practical resource—perfect for collectors, resellers, and anyone evaluating raw Prism Jewel stickers online or in person.
Digital Download — $49 • PDF • 9 Pages • Instant Access
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