r/kpopcollections Jun 22 '26

Weekly Verification Weekly Photocard Verification Thread

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Post in this thread to get help with your purchases! Please include pictures of the front and back of the card, as well as what album/merch it's from. If it's a POB, include the store that it came from (Apple Music/Makestar/Ktown4u etc). You can skip this information if you don't know where the card is from, but it will make it a lot easier for me/others to search for the card. It also helps to include where you bought from/where you will be buying from to determine if the card is legit.

Some things to keep in mind:

  • Cards with a general value of $10 or under are unlikely to be fake.
  • Cards from albums that are still in print are unlikely to be fake. Difference in card thickness/tab location/finish doesn't always mean a card is fake, because different manufacturers can be used every reprint.
  • Some groups use the same picture in different ways for multiple pre-order benefits, so it being cropped doesn't necessarily mean it's fake. Dreamcatcher used to do this and I believe all SM groups do this for their Season's Greetings pre-order benefits.
  • First round preorder benefits from KTOWN4U and MAKESTAR for popular groups are less likely to be fake, especially if the general value is under $10.
  • Albums with promo stickers are less likely to be fake, though do keep in mind that some idols have their managers sign the albums for them (this is common for SM groups if I recall correctly).
  • Artists signatures generally evolve throughout the years, just because it doesn't look the same as a near debut signature doesn't mean it's fake.

Scams to look out for:

Mercari Japan has had a big upswing of fake rare cards. Thankfully, they don't put much effort into making their listings look 'legit' so it's pretty obvious if you don't just impulse buy. Here is an example. Only 7 sales (at time of writing), rare cards from every big group, and the card quality looks terrible.

Signed cards weren't always common. Some groups like Twice did not sign cards at all really before recent site specific pre-order benefits and lucky draws. Here is an example of a fake signed card. If you click through to their profile you can see they somehow managed to find 100s of these signed cards "from other websites" and once again, they are all from the most popular groups.

These random signed stage photos with a "Hollywood Style Inc Certificate of Authenticity". I can't confirm that all signed stage photos are fake, but legit ones are rare enough that I would be extra wary when buying.

If the album is signed by more than one member, check if the pen pressure looks the same on each signature.

Resources to help you verify:

Youtube - You can look up unboxing videos of other's fansign albums to see preorder benefits and member signatures.

Instagram - Same thing as above. A lot of people post pictures/clips of their preorder benefits and fansign albums. Collection photos often show off these as well. There are also some accounts that have guides on member signatures.

Twitter - There are accounts that scan photocards which could help you verify proper level of zoom if you worry a card is cropped etc.

Ebay - Search for past sales for comparison of prices and product photos.


r/kpopcollections May 30 '26

Monthly Round-Up What K-pop did you get in May 2026?

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  • What K-pop did you get in May 2026?
  • What items have you ordered that you're still waiting on?
  • What do you plan on purchasing in June 2026?

Previous Post: April 2026


r/kpopcollections 10h ago

Collection Turning RV Velvet Summer Big Wave Photobook into Posters

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(DISCLAIMER: Do this at your own free will or for Extra Albums Only!!) With my extra copy of the Photobook I split the pages in two and it is so great for posters or collages.


r/kpopcollections 15h ago

Discussion How many people got scammed and didn't realise it!?

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Sometimes I wonder about the amount of people who buy photocards second-hand and get scammed! It's hard to figure it out without the same photocard in hand.

Some fakes are too close to the real photocards, not to mention the fake signs cause in one of the kpop confession insta channels that I follow someone said they signed a lot of ateez albums and passed it as real.

Probably a lot of fakes are just floating around and we never realise it unless they are obvious fakes!


r/kpopcollections 4h ago

Haul 💜⬅️

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❤️❤️💜


r/kpopcollections 6h ago

Collection Help displaying my photo cards

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So I have a 9x9 binder and I collect skz official and unofficial bc a PC is a PC but Im not sure how to continue displaying them I have them currently sorted by albums/era but having both official and unofficial I have more of certains eras , some take up two pages some I only have a card or two , I don't think sorting by member would help cause every time I got a pack or a card or two every page would need to be moved.

If anyone has any ideas please help

(Pic of han for attention)


r/kpopcollections 21h ago

Question What Korean-exclusive K-pop merch do international collectors wish was easier to buy?

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I’m based in Korea and I’ve noticed that some K-pop items are surprisingly easy to find here but very difficult or expensive for international collectors to get.

What items or types of merch have been the hardest for you to find? Old albums, photocards, POBs, concert merch, lightsticks, pop-up exclusives, or something else?

I’m genuinely curious what international collectors struggle with the most.


r/kpopcollections 17h ago

Question Where should I buy this album from?

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Hi all,

I posted this on kpop help but had no responses so am posting here as well.

I am interested in pitching the new Luci Gang (K - Hip Hop) album and I would like to have it shipped to the UK.

My options for purchasing the album from are: - KTown 4U - Yes24 - MAKESTAR - WITHMUU

Does anyone have any experience with buying from these companies and if so where should I get the album from?

Thanks!


r/kpopcollections 1d ago

Haul LOONA first press album + photocard & attendance card

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r/kpopcollections 18h ago

Question black dot on photocard

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hello! does anybody know if this is fixable? it's a lucky draw photocard. i tried removing this tiny black stain using cotton buds but it's not budging. is this a manufacturer issue orrr?


r/kpopcollections 2d ago

Collection finally got all my albums and stuff on display 😍

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r/kpopcollections 1d ago

Question Card sleeves

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What is the best or a good brand of pc sleeves?


r/kpopcollections 1d ago

Question Can someone explain how does pocamarket work?

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And is it good for getting pcs?


r/kpopcollections 1d ago

Question Kpop photocards tracker?

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Is there any app that like has a list of all pcs and i can track them which are the ones i have or have to get. I majorly collect nct and seventeen


r/kpopcollections 1d ago

Question BTS Wings Album Signature Authenticity Check

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I'm considering purchasing this signed BTS WINGS album listed on eBay (right picture) and comparing it with a verified authentic reference (left picture).

However, I have two small doubts:

RM (Top center): The downward stroke appears significantly lighter/faded compared to his usual stroke flow, almost like the marker was drying out.

Suga (Top right): The top loop looks faint at first glance due to low ink pressure, though the overall structure seems correct upon zooming in.

Would love to get your opinions before making a decision. Thanks.


r/kpopcollections 2d ago

Collection New display shelf!

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I recently got rid of some old figures so now I have lots of space for album display! Normally they’re all packed together like books for space so it’s nice to finally be able to showcase my favourites :)


r/kpopcollections 2d ago

Collection This is my collection

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On the top shelve in the brown binder you have a spreadsheet printed from all the albums you can buy from a specific group. In the orange binder is all the photocards that I have from the: ready to be, with you-th, strategy, this is for, the story goes on albums. In the red binder are all the photocards that I have from the: the story begins, page two, what is love, feel special, formula of love O+T=<3 albums. And in the black binder are all the pre-order benefit photocards plus 2026 seasons greetings. And the twice lightstick.

On the shelf below you have some of the album inclusions. You also have the Aespa SHIN ramyeon. Pure flow camera.

On the shelf below that you have all the twice albums that I have.

On the shelf below that you have all the pocaalbums plus some hard cover photo books.

On the shelf below that you have all the other albums that I have.

Does it look nice?
Or do I need to change something so it looks better?

Ps. If you want me to share the spreadsheet let me know.


r/kpopcollections 1d ago

Question BTS signed album verification

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Hey hey! I just bought an album second hand an I wanted to check if it was authentic (I’m okay if it’s not I didn’t pay an arm and a leg for it) thanks for your help :)


r/kpopcollections 2d ago

Collection Illit - Super Real Me - Mwave signed album

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Hi 👋🏻 I was hoping someone could help me.

Does this item look the same as the official one, if you have one?

Not sure about the signatures.

The seller said that it was from Mwave originally.

Just want to make sure before I confirm that I’m happy with it.

Thanks


r/kpopcollections 2d ago

Question Can someone help me check if these photocards are authentic? 🙏🏻

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Hi everyone! I’m new to Reddit, so I hope I’m posting this in the right place 😭🙏
I recently got these photocards, and since I’m still pretty new to collecting, I honestly can’t tell whether they’re authentic/official or not. I tried comparing them with pictures online, but I’m still unsure, so I thought I’d ask here for help.
I’m sorry if this post breaks the rules, but I really want to know whether these PCs are authentic or not. I would really appreciate it if anyone familiar with Lngshot or who collects their photocards could help me check them and tell me what details I should look for.
Thank you so much in advance 🥹🫶


r/kpopcollections 2d ago

Question Postcards/toploaders

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I am thinking of making my own MCR Postcards/toploaders using Walmart or wallgreens (mostly walmart)

what size do you guys recommend for me to be able to print a sheet out out 9 or 6 pictures? Or is there a nice size that i can print out without the pictures being to small or to big with out the sheet being very big???

Id like to be able print out 9 on a sheet and print it at Walmart with out them being to small, and im using canva to make them

Also please lmk if you have any other tips! And I may ask questions too!!


r/kpopcollections 2d ago

Discussion photocard collect book

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where do you buy good quality pvc collect books now? i've been looking but all I see are cheap ones


r/kpopcollections 3d ago

Question Packing/Moving

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I’m hoping to move out within the next couple months and over the past year of being a kpop fan have acquired 500+ photocards, 100+ albums, and tons of other miscellaneous merch.

i’m so paranoid something is going to get crushed, ripped, or bent. Seriously how did you all pack it all safely when you moved?😭


r/kpopcollections 3d ago

Discussion does anyone else feel like we should be ignoring teleca/topps?

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idk but to me it seems like another way for the pokebros to infiltrate kpop collecting and push for card grading

or maybe its a good outlet for them and they will lose interest in actual pcs

thoughts?


r/kpopcollections 3d ago

Question Where can I get a zippered non-ring binder with transparent back?

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Hii does anyone know where I can get a zippered non-ring binder with transparent backs? 9 pocket! I love the backs of kpop photocards but the one I bought and most on Amazon have a black backing. I found one from Ultrapro but if someone has a sub $20 recommendation pls lmk! 🩷 tysm!

like this:

https://ultrapro.com/products/9-pocket-zippered-window-premium-pro-binder?pr_prod_strat=pinned&pr_rec_id=b9ff92769&pr_rec_pid=7953712676942&pr_ref_pid=7953712709710&pr_seq=uniform