03/06/2025
3 Ways to Identify a Genuine Footprint Stamp:
1. The lettering in the genuine stamp is sharp and well-defined, unlike the forgery where the letters appear blurred or blotted.
2. The design of the footprint — including its edges, corners, and overall shape — is sharp and clearly defined on the genuine stamp, whereas it appears dull or poorly formed on the forgery.
3. The footprint on the genuine stamp has a violet-reddish color tone, while the forgery shows a noticeably brighter pink-red tone.
Be careful when buying this scarce stamp, as there are lot of forgeries out there. If you have any doubts, always consult a philatelic expert or reference genuine examples.
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