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How Can I Make Sure My Sports Memorabilia is Authentic?

If you are collecting sports memorabilia either as a hobby or an investment it is essential to verify the authenticity of your collection. Unfortunately, nowadays there are a lot of fraudsters out there looking to pass off their fake goods as the real deal. It can be very hard to detect fake or forged goods but there are a few things that you can do to ensure that you do not get ripped off. If you have bought your item of memorabilia from a seller and have not obtained the item personally, you may wonder if it is genuine. Obviously if the memorabilia is not genuine it will have a drastic impact on its value and the chances of you then selling it on will be dramatically reduced. However, you can protect your investment by following the simple steps outlined here and can become educated in how to authenticate your sports memorabilia.

 If you are unsure about the authenticity of your sports memorabilia then you can take your items to a reputable company in order for them to assess it for you. These people are experts in memorabilia so they will be able to tell either way but it is important to remember that they charge a fee for their services. But if you are in any doubt then this service will put your mind at rest.

 You can also conduct your own research into the authenticity of a certain piece. You can do this by comparing images of autographs to see whether the autograph on your memorabilia matches. If it doesn't then you can probably consider it a fake. You should also do some research into how people sign things in general and what they use to sign as this could prove if an autograph is fake or not.

 When purchasing sports memorabilia it is very important to make sure that your item comes with a certificate of authenticity. This will verify the validity of the memorabilia and should be included with every purchase. If your item does not come with such documentation it does not automatically mean that it is fake and you may still be able to acquire one. Controversially, even if your memorabilia comes with a certificate of authenticity it may still be a fake. Fraudsters can quite easily mock up a COA and pass it off as the real thing.

 When purchasing sports memorabilia, it is a good idea to look out for companies that sign exclusive paid contracts with athletes. These companies will be able to guarantee authenticity and will usually be able to provide you with some sort of certificate to verify an athlete's signature. Sometimes items will even be signed in front of a company witness or at a publicly held company-sponsored event so they may also be able to provide you with photographic evidence.

 If you are looking to start a sports memorabilia collection or add an item to an already established collection then why not visit Genuine Memorabilia's website and look through the extensive online catalogue of memorabilia. <a href="http://www.genuinememorabilia.co.uk/350-sport"> Click here </a> for the very best in memorabilia!

 

 

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Andy Roddick Autograph Wimbledon Framed Photograph $367.99 This piece showcases the great Andy Roddick. It features a hand signed photo from Andy Roddick at Wimbledon. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 17" x 12" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Andy Roddick Autograph US Open Framed Photograph $367.99 This piece showcases the great Andy Roddick. It features a hand signed photo from Andy Roddick at the US Open. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 14" x 15" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Maria Sharapova Autograph Wimbledon Framed Photograph $367.99 This piece showcases one of the most popular tennis players in the world. It features a hand signed photo from Maria Sharapova at Wimbledon. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 17" x 12" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Serena Williams Autograph US Open Framed Photograph $367.99 This piece showcases the great Serena Williams. It features a hand signed photo from Serena Williams at the US Open. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 17" x 12" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Andy Murray Autograph Australian Open Framed Photograph $367.99 This piece showcases the great Andy Murray. It features a hand signed photo from Andy Murray at the Australian Open. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 17" x 12" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Ana Ivanovic Autograph Wimbledon Framed Photograph $367.99 This piece showcases the very popular tennis players Ana Ivanovic. It features a hand signed photo from Ana Ivanovic at Wimbledon. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 17" x 12" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Novak Djokovic Autograph Roland Garros Framed Photograph $367.99 This great piece showcases the popular Novak Djokovic. It features a hand signed photo from Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 17" x 12" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga Autograph Framed Photograph $367.99 This piece showcases the great Jo-Wilfried Tsonga. It features a hand signed photo from Jo-Wilfried Tsonga at Roland Garros. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 17" x 12" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Roger Federer Autograph Australian Open Framed Photograph $454.99 This great piece showcases the greatest tennis player in the world. It features a hand signed photo from Roger Federer at the Australian Open. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 14" x 15" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Rafael Nadal Autograph Roland Garros Framed Photograph $454.99 This great piece showcases one of the greatest tennis player in the world. It features a hand signed photo from Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 14" x 15" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

Rafael Nadal Autograph Wimbledon Framed Photograph $454.99 This great piece showcases one of the greatest tennis player in the world. It features a hand signed photo from Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon. We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. Comes with an Ace Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment. It includes suede matting and a solid wood frame. Dimensions - 14" x 15" Weight - 4 lbs. When buying Ace Authentic Memorabilia you can be assured of the following: Solid wood frame Pre hung with wire hanger Glass or plexi-glass Ace Authentic hologram and COA (Certificate Of Authenticity)- as necessary Proudly made in America

LaDainian Tomlinson Signed TCU Authentic Nike Jersey $388 100% Authenticity Guaranteed. Signed at a Private Signing. Comes with a COA from Autograph-Sports and Radtke Sports. Item shipped carefully to prevent damage during shipment. Great Gift Idea for Fans of LaDainian Tomlinson, and the Texas Christian Horned Frogs. Athlete: LaDainian Tomlinson Team: Texas Christian Horned Frogs Type: Autographed Collectibles Sport: Football Color: Multi Item Count: 6

Bo Jackson Signed Oakland Raiders Russell Authentic Style Jersey $275.5 100% Authenticity Guaranteed. Signed at a Private Signing. Comes with a COA from Autograph-Sports and Radtke Sports. Item shipped carefully to prevent damage during shipment. Great Gift Idea for Fans of Bo Jackson, and the Oakland Raiders. Athlete: Bo Jackson Team: Oakland Raiders Type: Autographed Collectibles Sport: Football Color: Multi Item Count: 33

Joe Montana Signed Chiefs Full Size Authentic Helmet $500.5 100% Authenticity Guaranteed. From a Private Signing. Comes with a COA from Autograph-Sports and Radtke Sports. Item shipped carefully to prevent damage during shipment. Great Gift Idea for Fans of Joe Montana, and the Kansas City Chiefs. Athlete: Joe Montana Team: Kansas City Chiefs Type: Autographed Collectibles Sport: Football Color: Multi Item Count: 8

Joe Namath Signed Jets Riddell Full Size Authentic Helmet $575.5 100% Authenticity Guaranteed. Signed at a Private Signing - Comes with a COA from Autograph-Sports and Radtke Sports. Item shipped carefully to prevent damage during shipment. Great Gift Idea for Fans of Joe Namath, and the New York Jets. Athlete: Joe Namath Team: New York Jets Type: Autographed Collectibles Sport: Football Color: Multi Item Count: 17

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Michael Vick Signed Falcons Riddell Authentic Full Size Helmet $463 100% Authenticity Guaranteed. Signed at a Private Signing - Comes with a COA from Autograph-Sports and Radtke Sports. Item shipped carefully to prevent damage during shipment. Great Gift Idea for Fans of Michael Vick, and the Atlanta Falcons. Athlete: Michael Vick Team: Atlanta Falcons Type: Autographed Collectibles Sport: Football Color: Multi Item Count: 72

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Darren McFadden Signed Oakland Raiders Riddell Full Size Authentic Helmet $425.5 100% Authenticity Guaranteed. Signed at a Private Signing. Comes with a COA from Autograph-Sports and Radtke Sports. Item shipped carefully to prevent damage during shipment. Great Gift Idea for Fans of Darren McFadden, and the Oakland Raiders. Athlete: Darren McFadden Team: Oakland Raiders Type: Autographed Collectibles Sport: Football Color: Multi Item Count: 16

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Emmitt Smith Signed Blue Dallas Cowboys Authentic Reebok Jersey $688 100% Authenticity Guaranteed. From a Private Signing. Comes with a COA from Autograph-Sports and Radtke Sports. Item shipped carefully to prevent damage during shipment. Great Gift Idea for Fans of Emmitt Smith, and the Dallas Cowboys. Athlete: Emmitt Smith Team: Dallas Cowboys Type: Autographed Collectibles Sport: Football Color: Multi Item Count: 8

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Herschel Walker Signed Georgia Bulldogs Russell Authentic Jersey $238 100% Authenticity Guaranteed. Signed at a Private Signing. Comes with a COA from Autograph-Sports and Radtke Sports. Item shipped carefully to prevent damage during shipment. Great Gift Idea for Fans of Herschel Walker, and the Georgia Bulldogs. Athlete: Herschel Walker Team: Georgia Bulldogs Type: Autographed Collectibles Sport: Football Color: Multi Item Count: 28

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