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Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Cyrkin, Admin Oct 9, 2022. 14 Replies 0 Likes
Hello, I received this signed Mantle postcard 20+ years ago and I’ve…Continue
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"Mr. Cyrkin did a nice job magnifying that image.
I would also say it's authentic.
98% of the time I can opine a Mantle autograph in seconds. This is why authentication companies employ certain tools. "
"that was my first impression also, it was probably good but I kept looking at it and seeing things that were concerning to me. when I double clicked, I did see the signing surface which explains the shakiness. its probably good"
"Thanks, I can see the areas of concern better. Looks good to me."
"It blows up tremendously huge with 2 clicks."
"On first glance it looks good. There are two specific areas that I would question though. Wish I could see it better."
"That's how Mantle signed. You'll see it on the M & A too."
"Jeff uploaded a large, sharp photo so you can zoom in close. It's signed on textured, uncoated paper, which caused the shaky look to me."
"When blown up fully huge what is going on where the bottom of the second downstroke changes direction to head of for the "i"? Should a pen lift be there?"
"honestly, I am not sure about this one. it looks a little shaky to me, and it looks off overall"
"Glad you checked here! Yes, nice, honest Mantle. There are genuine uncertifed autographs on eBay but most I've seen are not, so it's best to check. But when you bought this, third-party authentication was rare."
"Send it to me. I'll dispose of it for you. ;-)"
Opinions on this Mantle?
Hello, I received this signed Mantle postcard 20+ years ago and I’ve suspected it was a forgery this entire time since it most likely came from eBay. It’s on a 1989 Perez Steele postcard numbered out of 10k which I’m certain is real. Unfortunately, it looks like it was signed with a thick marker or pen and there was likely some ink bleeding due to the type of paper the…See More
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