forged manuscripts
Fake historical papers
Forged manuscripts are documents falsely created or altered to appear authentic—whether ancient scrolls, historical letters, or literary works.
The forgery may involve fabricating an entire document or modifying a genuine one to increase its value or significance.
Famous cases include the Hitler diaries and various biblical manuscript hoaxes.
The dealer was arrested for selling forged manuscripts to collectors.
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