I have a hard time feeling bad for someone who can be that uncritical before spending $1000. At that point the buyer is clearly looking to spend money for good feelings, not artifacts, so they probably actually got their money’s worth.
Yes, they buy a piece of paper for memories and they have it. Real or fake is irrelevant as this whole thing with collection and art is irrational. It must just look real enough to you and your guests to serve its purpose.
