"You're right, Jason.
People don't understand that part of what it does to real collectors with authentic autographs."
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Ebay Seller hazels_house Sells Signed Forged 500 Homerun Club Photo For $253.00.
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"Good point about the fakes hurting the sales of the real autos. I purchased a collection of baseball autos a few years ago from a lady and she had a lot of Williams, DiMaggio and Mantle autos which all came with reputable COAs or were items signed…"
"Scott Malack and Lee Trythall have absolutely no conscience.
I have no idea how they sleep at night knowing the crap they've been selling for two decades."
Ebay Seller ezoperator123 Sells Signed Forged Mickey Mantle Baseball For $280.76
Immediately below are links showing examples of Mickey Mantle forgeries.https://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/ebay-mantle-dimaggi...https://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/most-common-mantle-...Because Ebay is so…See More
"So my question is why is nothjng being done to hold eBay... an enabler, Accountable?"
"And that's what occurs when the Ebay sellers of forgeries run rampant.
Ebay is an enabler of that crap.
If they profit from it, they are an enabler."
"Yes. Both for $350. Guess I’m a rarity on eBay. But here’s a good example of two Mantle signed items that go unpurchaed because of the forgery dilemma in this industry. Good stuff if mistaken for bad and therefore gets passed up. Sad."
"Steve, you took the words right out of my mouth."
"Is that $350.00 for both, Lance?
If it is, that's a very good deal."
"Gorgeous, Lance.
One of the influences of those low-ball offers are forgeries on Ebay.
Sad."
"Here’s a listing of mine that I stand by 100%! Two mantle signed photos that aren’t authenticated. They are both real, yet I receive offers for $150 on a regular basis. Seriously? Won’t find signed photos like this of Mantle from…"
"Just read your post. Good read. In general, buyers should do their homework before making any autograph purchases. If not, they deserve to lose money. Only an idiot would buy anything other then a PSA, UDA, JSA, Beckett or Steiner signed item these…"
"Looks like Ebay seller themetalguy has re-listed their Mantle/Williams forged baseball.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/264243405971"
"Lance, nothing will ever be done about this.
It's fact and reality.
Disgusting and sad.
Ebay, at one time, had a team in place that tried to eradicate this garbage, but Ebay eventually terminated that team because, in my opinion,…"
"Hi, haven’t been on here in a while and disappointed that this crap is still being sold on sites like EBay. How can this still be allowed without the authorities getting involved during this day in age? Makes no sense. This is no different…"
"Interesting story.
I loved "The Saint" and he was great as Doc Holliday (although I also loved Dennis Quaid as Doc Holliday).
Of course, the movie "Heat" had one of the best-of-all-time shooting scenes.
He's a great…"
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- 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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Derek Jeter Forged 1995 Upper Deck Baseball Cards--Where Are These Coming From?
Posted on March 10, 2019 at 7:30am 47 Comments 3 Likes
I began noticing these on Ebay approximately six months ago or longer.
I knew immediately they were forgeries and I have no idea who the source is, but some sellers on Ebay seem to have an infinite supply of these.
Evidently, these are coming out of Northern New Jersey.
The reason why the majority of these…
ContinueGFA 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.…
ContinueGuaranteed 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.…
ContinueEbay 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.…
ContinueForensics (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...…
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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,
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,
- 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,
- 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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