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Permalink Reply by Gerard Angioy on July 28, 2015 at 8:57pm

Hi Mike... Not a problem... I am realising that people like yourself, terrier8HOF and Robin are very good people to have around and your opinions are well versed when asked for genuinely.

Like I said to Robin... Thank you for all your support and expertise... and when I genuinely want opinions on autographs, I know where to come.

Thanks

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Permalink Reply by Robin McKay on July 28, 2015 at 10:58am

There are a few ways to ensure autograph authenticity

1 - In Person

2 - From a reputable dealer

I've probably missed something ^^

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Permalink Reply by Mike P on July 28, 2015 at 11:06am

I agree with you. However, the term "reputable dealer" is very cliche in this hobby. We all have bought from dealers at one point in time (unless everything we have is obtained in person) but forgers and novice collectors alike use the whole "obtained from a reputable source" bit to peddle their junk.

Just like in journalism, you need to be a good source of information and provide details if you want to prove the validity of something. Mention: who the dealer is, their website, ebay, etc. Otherwise, it isnt very convincing and not worth mentioning

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Permalink Reply by Robin McKay on July 28, 2015 at 11:12am

Hi Mike

Hope you're well. That's why now I only buy from a very select few websites and always try and do a signture study before I commit myself. However, I have fallen victim to buy from websites that were deemed reputable that have been brought into question and I have been burnt a few times too, but I have had much more success with genuine autographs than forgeries, thankfully.

Sadly, its something that mostly everyone will experience in this hobby.

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