Tape Repairs on Paper Money: How to Detect Them Under UV Light and Their Catastrophic Effect on Value
Tape repairs are among the most damaging and deceptive alterations a collector can encounter on paper money, capable of slashing a note’s value by 80 percent or more. Learn how professional graders detect hidden repairs under ultraviolet light, which tape types leave which signatures, and how to protect yourself at shows, auctions, and dealer tables.
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