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Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports
Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Cyrkin, Community Manager yesterday. 20 Replies 0 Likes
Ebay seller knuckleballcollectibles2018 List Forged Signed Derek Jeter 1993 Score Baseball Card--Gotta Read!!!
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marc e replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"what would help if mlb and stiener had lawyers dealing with ebay like the band phish and dave Mathews does for copywright infringment
I won a 800$ charge back from a ebay seller once he admitted he reproduce the artwork himself. and I was able to…"
Christopher Williams replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"Marc, that's why I expose this garbage.
This garbage makes it very difficult for sellers of authentic autographs to sell their items.
EBay has never cared; the only thing they care about is the money they receive from the sales of forgeries."
marc e replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"if told u the amount of time I get an email from buyers on ebay does the itiem have a coa. if does they will buy if not they wont they don't care if bart simposon signed it and im not talking just about autographs im taking regular concert…"
Christopher Williams replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"Derek, sellers of forgeries are well aware that Ebay is heavily-populated with impulse buyers and delusional autograph collectors.
Ebay does not, in any way, protect the aforementioned people.
But, at the same time, those same aforementioned people,…"
Derek Gardner replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"I’m no expert by any stretch and I understand that a lot of people are and they know what to look for. But in many cases, not everyone knows what they are looking at and blindly trust what’s being offered. Say my girlfriend knows on a…"
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Steve replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"You can even see how the MLB holo is coming up on the bottom and was obviously transferred from another product. You are right, the buyers confidence has shifted to a hologram and the name of a company instead of all the tell tale signs and a…"
"I completely agree, Chris. "
Christopher Williams replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"But, Steve, there is no Steiner COA. Just a hologram.
In the old days, when the EMR was active, that crap would have been removed.
Ebay is an enabler of this crap."
"Terrier,
Most people who buy sports and entertainment autographs are dedicated fans, not autograph collectors. I don't blame them, especially when the piece has what looke like a respected COA like Steiner. They think that law enforcement will…"
Christopher Williams replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"To put it bluntly, that forgery is a train wreck.
The majority of people who buy autographs on Ebay, purchase forgeries, and the sellers of forgeries know that.
Those people buy the hologram, not the autograph."
Derek Gardner replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"Thanks
So what would happen in this instance? Is the seller contacted/confronted on the matter? Is Ebay? I’m just curious, obviously a lot of people if not most, would look at that and it would check off all the boxes to say it looks…"
Christopher Williams replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"Derek, I've added the photo with the so-called MLB hologram."
Derek Gardner replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"So, I don’t see an MLB sticker on the ball, are they just piggybacking an existing authentic ball?"
terrier8HOF replied to Christopher Williams's discussion Ebay seller superj8 Sells Forged Signed Derek Jeter Baseball COA Not Steiner Sports"I don't want to sound cynical, but if you put more faith in the sticker, than you do this ridiculous attempt at a Jeter signature, then you probably should change hobbies. Even a novice could see this is a forgery, look at how shaky and slowly…"
About Me
- What kind of member are you? Industry professionals must use their real names and identify themselves as such. (Check as many as apply.)
- Collector
- What brings you to Autograph Live?
- Help rid the autograph hobby of forgeries like those certed by Stephen Rocchi and his Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators group.
- Who can we thank for telling you about Autograph Live?
- Mr. Steve Cyrkin
- What do you collect, or want to collect?
- Sports
- Tell us more about your collection, specific areas of interest, etc.:
- Tom, Tresh, Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, Derek Jeter and Teresa Wright.
- What is your level of expertise?
- Advanced Collector
- What is your favorite autograph in your collection?
- Tom Tresh 1963 Autographed Card.
- Why do you collect?
- History.
- You can ask anyone living or dead for their autograph. Who would it be?
- George Washington
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GFA Authentication.com Search Uncovers Massive Amounts of Impossibly Identical "Autographs": Mantle, DiMaggio, Ali, Clapton, More
Posted on November 23, 2018 at 3:30pm 14 Comments 6 Likes
This is the last post in my 4-part series revealing the truth about GFA authenticated autographs. The truth may shock you if you own any...unless you've tried to sell them.
Before I start on this most explosive, revealing, compelling and disturbing blog on Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators (GFA and Stephen Rocchi/John Gorajczyk), please observe the below image.…
Continue Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators (GFA): What Methods Do They Use? Roger Maris Mickey Mantle Forged Photo
Posted on November 4, 2018 at 2:00pm 25 Comments 1 Like
This is my Part 3 of "Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators (GFA): What Methods Do They Use?"
Before I continue, immediately below are links to Parts 1 and 2.…
Continue Ebay Representatives Audrey Zwibelman & Gordon Cheng Meet With Dealers/Sellers At 2018 National Sports Collectors Convention
Posted on August 5, 2018 at 4:00pm 42 Comments 0 Likes
Below is a link to Rich Mueller's "Sports Collectors Daily" from August 5th, 2018.
Rich, by the way, does a great job of posting hobby-related news and I highly recommend subscribing (doesn't cost a penny) to his daily column.
I want to thank Rich for posting the below.…
Continue Forensics (GFA, Stephen Rocchi, Goraczyk) Ebay, Forgeries And Autographs
Posted on January 28, 2018 at 7:00pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
Before I start here, immediately below are a few links to Blogs about Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators (GFA) headed by Stephen Rocchi and John Goraczyk.
https://live.autographmagazine.com/profiles/blogs/guaranteed-forens...…
Continue Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators COA (GFA): What Methods Do They Use? Billy Martin Mantle Signed Photo
Posted on January 16, 2018 at 4:00pm 17 Comments 0 Likes
Immediately below you will find a link to my Part 1 of "Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators (GFA): What Methods Do They Use? Please read that before you continue with this blog.…
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- At 7:04pm on July 10, 2018,
CuJo said… I also have some unique collectibles that I believe could be one of a kinds to include a Babe Ruth Autographed Baseball. I have been collecting stuff for many years and would about bet the bank that the Babe Ruth signature is legit. Here is the twist. On the opposite Sweet Spot there is nothing. On the other sweet spot it has Babe Ruth and I cannot tell if it was printed or signature but I am thinking this was printed and is the label? Below this "Japan 1934" and after this it has what I would bet almost anything on his is signature. The weird thing is the 2 symbols inscribed on each side of the ball. I had a Japanese collector tell me this is the symbol of the Order of the Golden Kite that was an elite clan/ninjas/whatever that served the Emperor of Japan. It was dissolved in 1947 I think it was by the commander of the Japanese Allied Forces. I mean I have seen thousands of baseballs and never seen anything like this. Everyone I show it to freaks out and I am including collectors and some are thinking that it could be a one of a kind. Might be worthy of posting on a major sports memorabilia or auction site.
- At 6:56pm on July 10, 2018, CuJo said…
Thanks for allowing me on this site and thanks for the message Christopher. I just bought a Joe DiMaggio autographed photo from BOXSCORE. I then read some of your articles as you know and immediately sent a message to them that when the item arrives I am probably going to return it. I then got a long email from him that some sites are under litigation for false accusations against him and other new sports memorabilia authentication companies. It was a long letter telling me he is an avid collector and that he would never sell a forgery. With that being said, it sounds like you have no doubt about them?
- At 11:19am on January 31, 2013,
Ryan said… Chris can you please accept my request so I can send you a message. I have received a complaint about a fake Mantle I pointed out.
- At 7:51am on July 12, 2012,
T M EVANS said… Thanks for the heads up,but did you really have to post my pic and site? I had no idea....thanks
- At 6:14pm on April 22, 2012,
David Jackson said… Hey CW. I was wondering if you could please look at the Derek Jeter Autograph I listed and give me your opinion on it? Thanks for your time!
http://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/derek-jeter-signed-baseball
- At 8:18pm on December 22, 2011,
CEE GEE said… - Happy Birthday Chris...A true hero in the war on fakes and forgeries...I personally owe so much to you because if it wasn't for you I may have never knew how bad the industry has been destroyed and corrupted....one of the greatest voices in the industry....my hats off to you for all your great and hard work you have put in over the years....Happy Birthday bro....many more happy holidays Chris...
- At 6:55pm on December 22, 2011,
Steve Cyrkin, Community Manager said…
Happy Birthday Chris Williams...one of the heroes trying to protect autograph collectors from forgeries.
- At 4:50am on August 5, 2011, CEE GEE said…
- hey Chris....when you get a chance check out my quick youtube video i put together on my page....also check the forum I posted on Ted Williams and Joe Dimaggio...those forgeries are insane !!!
- At 6:26am on July 30, 2011,
Tiger Lapointe said… - Hello good friend. Glad to be here to offer my help in the fight against the bad guys!
- At 1:38pm on July 20, 2011, CEE GEE said…
- I have always loved your videos and i am now starting my own...i love your insight and i think on this site we all can help each other out on making a real purchase from a fake....but we may never win the battle of the dirt bag thieves out there...i applaud your work you put in over the years and because of you which made me want to have a voice to be heard i want to help in the battle
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