Article: The Problem With Autograph Authentication
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The Problem With Autograph Authentication
As recently as 1997, the FBI estimated that between 50% and 90% of all collectibles in the marketplace are not authentic. Everyone that cares about the hobby agrees that something must be done. And most think that autograph authentication ? paying a third party company to certify that an autograph is real - is a logical solution that benefits everyone involved and eliminates counterfeiting.
Last month on SportsLizard.com, we featured a story by a small business owner (and friend of mine) who would strongly disagree with that statement. He sold a Michael Vick autographed mini helmet on eBay. The buyer sent it to be authenticated by PSA/DNA and, upon not receiving authentication, demanded a refund. My friend stood his ground and denied this request.
In my opin...
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