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Led Zeppelin Autographed Guitar: Authentic Or Forged?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Andrew Saunders Apr 20, 2023. 12 Replies 0 Likes
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"Bob, I believe it's over $25K for a box of that product. It's primarily purchased by breakers."
"Fayeilding, it's takes a ton of dedication to want to learn autographs. And a lot of time.
It is very difficult, and probably impossible to explain to a novice the difference between an authentic autograph and a forgery."
"Sure is, Yony."
"Life truly is a great ride with absolutely pathetic and cringey stories like this one."
"Steve Z, I posted the second part of of the auction description."
"The "story" from that seller is the most creative of the thousands of sellers I've exposed."
"Bottom line: The longer the story, the faker the autograph."
"I guess the true sign of a liar is that they have no idea when to stop and believe that everyone will believe their b*******!"
"Steve, you hit the nail on the head; It is the "Goat of phony autograph stories.""
"what I find additionally comical, is the asking price for this $5 dollar ball, is more than what an authentic version would be with these signers! Clueless"
"Like you, Chris, I have read thousands over the years. This is the all time GOAT of phony autograph stories.
You just have to tip your cap. "
Mickey Mantle Souvenir Baseball Listed As Authentic Autographs--You Have To Read This!!!
Immediately below are links to previous blogs on "Examples Of Mickey Mantle Forgeries."https://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/most-common-mantle-...https://live.autographmagazine.com/profiles/blogs/most-common-mantl...When I spotted the below listing on Ebay,…See More
"Steve, I am also shocked. During the last few months Ebay has emailed me multiple times "That if I continue to submit false reports" they will no longer acknowledge them."
"Steve, the forgery "industry" continues to grow. It is definitely sickening."
"Please post a link to that seller's items. Thank you."
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Mickey Mantle Souvenir Baseball Listed As Authentic Autographs--You Have To Read This!!!
Posted on January 23, 2025 at 2:00pm 9 Comments 0 Likes
Immediately below are links to previous blogs on "Examples Of Mickey Mantle Forgeries."
https://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/most-common-mantle-...…
ContinueForged Mickey Mantle Photo COA Not Steiner Sports Sells For $274.00
Posted on January 19, 2025 at 3:44pm 4 Comments 1 Like
Immediately below are links to previous blogs on "Examples Of Mickey Mantle Forgeries."
https://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/most-common-mantle-...…
ContinueEbay Seller Glehman6 Sells Forged Mickey Mantle and Sandy Koufax Baseball
Posted on January 9, 2025 at 3:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Immediately below are links to previous blogs on "Examples Of Mickey Mantle Forgeries."
https://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/most-common-mantle-...…
ContinueEbay Seller Skess10 Sells Forged Mickey Mantle 1994 World Series Baseball NO 7
Posted on January 3, 2025 at 1:49pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Immediately below are links to previous blogs on "Examples Of Mickey Mantle Forgeries."
https://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/most-common-mantle-...…
ContinueEbay Seller Shca79 Sells Forged Mickey Mantle 1994 World Series Baseball
Posted on January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm 1 Comment 1 Like
Immediately below are links to previous blogs on "Examples Of Mickey Mantle Forgeries."
https://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/most-common-mantle-forgeries-and-how-to-avoid…
ContinueComment Wall (12 comments)
- 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,
Null 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, Admin 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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Mickey Mantle Souvenir Baseball Listed As Authentic Autographs--You Have To Read This!!!
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John Fogerty Autograph Opinion
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Forged Mickey Mantle Photo COA Not Steiner Sports Sells For $274.00
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