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Guides, knowledge and safety for the CZ/SK scene — how to avoid scams, collect wisely and enjoy the hobby.

Safety

How to Spot a Fake Pokémon Card: 8 Tests You Can Do at Home

Counterfeit Pokémon cards are more common than ever, and some look perfect at first glance. Eight simple tests — from the back through lighting to the edges — and what to do if you've received a fake.

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🚀 News

Poke Invest is open: what you'll find on the portal

Commission-free marketplace, auctions without sniping, digital wallet, portfolio with daily prices, forum and PokeTalk room, account protection via 2FA and Face ID — and a contest for a Pokémon product on Instagram.

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🎂 Anniversaries

Pokémon Turns 30: Cards, Prices, and What the Anniversary Means for Collectors

30th anniversary of Pokémon through a collector's eyes: which cards made history, what they're worth today, what anniversary products are appearing in stores, and how to avoid getting burned when buying them.

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🔍 Safety

How to Recognize a Fake Pokémon Booster Box from an Original

A practical guide on how to spot a counterfeit Pokémon booster box before buying: wrapping, print quality, price, weight, and the most common places where fakes are sold.

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🌱 Guides

How to Start Collecting Pokémon Cards in 2026

A guide for beginners: what to buy first, what to avoid, how much it costs, and how to avoid mistakes on your first purchase.

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🏅 Guides

What is card grading and when is it worth it (PSA, BGS, CGC, SGC)

How card grading works: PSA, Beckett (BGS), CGC and SGC grading scales, the difference between Gem Mint 10 and Pristine 10, subgrades, Black Label, prices and when it's worth sending a card for grading.

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📚 Guides

Collector's Dictionary: ETB, UPC, Display, Singles and Other Terms

What does ETB, UPC, booster box, display, blister, singles, raw card, slab or chase card mean — a glossary of Pokémon collecting terms.

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📦 Guides

How to Properly Store Cards and Sealed Boxes

Light, humidity, temperature, and proper packaging: how to keep Pokémon cards and sealed products in perfect condition even after ten years.

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🔒 Safety

How to Safely Buy and Sell Collectible Cards Online

Verifying sellers, secure payments, cash on delivery vs. prepayment, shipment documentation, and what to do if problems arise — a guide for CZ/SK collectors.

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