Authenticating.Autographs & Collectibles
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If you get your autographed item authenticated locally, you're probably wasting your money. They will charge you the same or more as world recognized authenticators however the documentation they give you will not be recognized by serious buyers including all the major auction houses. I recommend world recognized 3rd party authenticating and grading companies (which DO NOT sell their own merchandise) on high value collectibles. Choose the company that attains the highest auction prices for the same or similar item. Below is the list of authenticating professionals I use or recognize.
PSA Autograph authentication
Historical autographs can be submitted to PSA/DNA. From Babe Ruth & Marilyn Monroe to Abraham Lincoln, PSA/DNA can handle a variety of autographs. Turnaround time is approximately 20 business days once we receive your submission into our system.
PSA Sports & general memorabilia authentication
At the Professional Sports Authenticator, signed autographs are authenticated by the world's foremost autograph experts using PSA/DNA's proprietary process to protect your genuine valuable collectible from any foul play.
NGC Coin authentication, grading & conservation
Numismatic Guaranty Corporation certification guarantees the authenticity and quality of the coins you buy and sell online. All NGC certified coins are encapsulated in our tamper-evident, state-of-the-art holder to maximize visual appeal and long-term preservation.
PCGS Coin authentication, grading & conservation
Professional Coin Grading Service provides quality verification and authentication for all United States and World coins, including regular issues, proofs, patterns and mint errors. PCGS graded coins are encapsulated in a tamper-evident holder and sonically sealed.
PMG Currency authentication, grading & conservation
Paper Money Guaranty is the most comprehensive third-party paper money grading and encapsulation service. With a knowledgeable staff of impartial paper money grading professionals, we're proud to be the most trusted paper money grading service for today's collectors.
CGA Currency Grading and Authentication
Currency Grading and Authentication, the country's first paper money grading service, was formed in 1998 in response to a high demand from collectors and dealers for an impartial third party grading service. We are dedicated to serving the needs of the paper money industry.
Stamp authentication and grading
PSE Professional Stamp Experts
Professional Stamp Experts is the industry leader in rare stamp grading for both industry experts and home enthusiasts. We offer premiere stamp grading and authentication services, along with our unique Set Registry, Price Guide, and Population Reports. If stamps are your passion, you have come to the right website.
APEX American Philatelic Expertizing Service
American Philatelic Expertizing Service offers opinions on the genuineness of philatelic material at moderate cost. APEX utilizes the services of more than 140 specialists and high-tech equipment.
CGA Comic authentication & grading
Certified Guaranty Company professional comic book grading eliminates concerns about grade misrepresentations by providing an expert assessment of condition and quality. Every comic book certified by CGC is graded by the hobby’s most experienced and trusted team, according to well-established grading standards.
CGA Magazine authentication & grading
CGC graders provide impartial evaluations of collectible magazines. Because we don’t buy or sell collectibles, our sole focus is on providing magazine collectors with an unbiased opinion of quality and authenticity. CGC is an independent member of the Certified Collectibles Group, the leading provider of value-added certification services for collectibles.
GIA Diamond Origin, Grading & Dossier
Get the full 4Cs assessment with a plotted clarity diagram, geographic origin and GIA report number laser inscription. For loose, natural D-to-Z color diamonds only, weighing 0.15 carats or more that were submitted for rough analysis.
Historical autographs can be submitted to PSA/DNA. From Babe Ruth & Marilyn Monroe to Abraham Lincoln, PSA/DNA can handle a variety of autographs. Turnaround time is approximately 20 business days once we receive your submission into our system.
PSA Sports & general memorabilia authentication
At the Professional Sports Authenticator, signed autographs are authenticated by the world's foremost autograph experts using PSA/DNA's proprietary process to protect your genuine valuable collectible from any foul play.
NGC Coin authentication, grading & conservation
Numismatic Guaranty Corporation certification guarantees the authenticity and quality of the coins you buy and sell online. All NGC certified coins are encapsulated in our tamper-evident, state-of-the-art holder to maximize visual appeal and long-term preservation.
PCGS Coin authentication, grading & conservation
Professional Coin Grading Service provides quality verification and authentication for all United States and World coins, including regular issues, proofs, patterns and mint errors. PCGS graded coins are encapsulated in a tamper-evident holder and sonically sealed.
PMG Currency authentication, grading & conservation
Paper Money Guaranty is the most comprehensive third-party paper money grading and encapsulation service. With a knowledgeable staff of impartial paper money grading professionals, we're proud to be the most trusted paper money grading service for today's collectors.
CGA Currency Grading and Authentication
Currency Grading and Authentication, the country's first paper money grading service, was formed in 1998 in response to a high demand from collectors and dealers for an impartial third party grading service. We are dedicated to serving the needs of the paper money industry.
Stamp authentication and grading
PSE Professional Stamp Experts
Professional Stamp Experts is the industry leader in rare stamp grading for both industry experts and home enthusiasts. We offer premiere stamp grading and authentication services, along with our unique Set Registry, Price Guide, and Population Reports. If stamps are your passion, you have come to the right website.
APEX American Philatelic Expertizing Service
American Philatelic Expertizing Service offers opinions on the genuineness of philatelic material at moderate cost. APEX utilizes the services of more than 140 specialists and high-tech equipment.
CGA Comic authentication & grading
Certified Guaranty Company professional comic book grading eliminates concerns about grade misrepresentations by providing an expert assessment of condition and quality. Every comic book certified by CGC is graded by the hobby’s most experienced and trusted team, according to well-established grading standards.
CGA Magazine authentication & grading
CGC graders provide impartial evaluations of collectible magazines. Because we don’t buy or sell collectibles, our sole focus is on providing magazine collectors with an unbiased opinion of quality and authenticity. CGC is an independent member of the Certified Collectibles Group, the leading provider of value-added certification services for collectibles.
GIA Diamond Origin, Grading & Dossier
Get the full 4Cs assessment with a plotted clarity diagram, geographic origin and GIA report number laser inscription. For loose, natural D-to-Z color diamonds only, weighing 0.15 carats or more that were submitted for rough analysis.
