We're an eBay affiliate and may be compensated on purchases made through clicks.

Are fake JSA basic cert's common?

I'm new to the autograph world and wanted to purchase a few signed albums with a JSA basic cert. I was wondering if those are relatively safe or do you see sellers trying to pass fake COA's. Just trying to get a better understanding of such risks.

Thank you in advance for you insight!

-Jason

0 members like this

▶ Reply to This

Replies to This Discussion

Permalink Reply by Joe W. on October 16, 2016 at 7:43pm

First, do not take it for granted a JSA cert guarantees authenticity. It is just their opinion although fairly accurate. I have seen instances where someone has tried to fake certain COA's so be sure to look it up on their database. Finally, evaluate any autograph on it's merits no matter who is selling it.

This is a great site to get very good opinions on the merits of a signature. Ask questions and learn as much as you can. You'll soon be able to start seeing the differences of what is good and what is not.

▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Eric Keith Longo on October 16, 2016 at 8:19pm

"...do not take it for granted a JSA cert guarantees authenticity..."

So true, and applies to everything. I am NOT a believer in saying "this seller, that source..." etc. Learn the signature you seek - have some input into the decision. No one looks out for you like you. Learn what is good contrast, what is good placement, what is typical.

▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Samuel John Clifford on October 17, 2016 at 12:13am

I've discussed with Pete on JSA authenticated Jessica Alba pieces that didn't look right and weren't authentic even though they had a JSA certification and we were in an agreement.

▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Rich on October 17, 2016 at 11:51am

I don't feel that JSA is all that great with music in general. It might pay off to ask knowledgeable fans/collectors about items on an individual basis.