Even though, the industry's largest "authenticator" has recently passed a number of preprinted autographs as "authentic", recognizing a preprint is generally pretty easy. First, what is a pre-print? ...
As someone who is both a collector and dealer, I have learned alot of lessons on both sides of the fence. I have been burned by sellers and seen alot of questionable autographs be sold online. My first piece...
I DO NOT WANT THE PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE TO BE MISUNDERSTOOD. CHARITY SALES ARE A GOOD WAY TO GET AN ITEM YOU WANT AND HELP A GOOD CAUSE. I AM SIMPLY ADVISING TO DO THE SAME AUTHENTICY CHECKING JUST LIKE YOU...
"While it is impossible to definitely estimate the percentage of forged memorabilia, most industry experts concede that over half of the autographed memorabilia is forged. In fact, some cooperating subjects...
Did you know I could go down town and open up my own sports card business in 10 minuets! Did you know that doesn't make me a knowledgable sports collector or seller!! I can then print off my COA's (Certificate...
Collecting autographs from your favorite player has become a big business. Many items are for sale stating they have a COA (Certified Certificate of Authenticity). There is many horror stories regarding...
While it is impossible to definitely estimate the percentage of forged memorabilia, most industry experts concede that over half of the autographed memorabilia is forged. In fact, some cooperating subjects and...
Common Autograph Abbreviations: AP = Autopen or Associated Press ASL or ALS = A signed letter or A letter signed AMQS = Autograph Musical Quotation or handwritten musical notes or a bar of music signed ...
Certificate of Authenticity (aka COA)… Are they worth the paper they are written on? I am writing this Certificate of Authenticity, COA Guide because i recently purchased an "Autographed" Rookie Baseball Card...
VERY GOOD INFO! This guide is how to spot FRAUDULANT / FAKE autographs. It gives you key details to check and look for BEFORE buying any autographed item. And will also let you know how to tell if an item is...