Just compare a card from the WOTC era to one from a modern set, and youll notice that nowadays, a thinner cardstock is likely used (probably to reduce production costs)
The border has a couple of different measurements around the card, so buckle up
For example, around 1 in every 144 boosters contained a Masterpiece for Kaladesh but for Amonkhet, it was 1:129
Japanese sets release 34 months before their English counterparts early access is a key advantage of buying JPN
A slayer gets by on wits and reflexes. Higa, slayer-captain of Gatstaf Illustrated by Steve Prescott Standard Not Legal Alchemy Not Legal Pioneer Legal Historic Legal Modern Legal Brawl Legal Legacy Legal Comp
Western collectors and Pokemon enthusiasts often seek out Japanese cards, which are both rare and highly valued