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Authentication

Chasing Baseball Autographs: Who Will Be the MVPs?

April 1, 2022April 1, 2022Terry Melia

With apologies to Shohei Ohtani (AL) and Bryce Harper (NL), I don’t believe either player will repeat as their respective league’s MVP this season. Ohtani put together an incredible campaign in ‘21, both on the mound (nine wins, 156 K’s)…

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Encapsulating History, One Item at a Time

January 4, 2022January 4, 2022Terry Melia

PSA is largely known for its authentication, grading and encapsulation of trading cards. Since its debut in 1991, the company has not only pioneered that aspect of the industry but has served as the benchmark against which all other grading…

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Saluting the Signatures of Basketball’s Newest HOF Inductees

September 23, 2021September 24, 2021Terry Melia

  On September 11, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame ushered in nine new inductees as part of its Class of 2021 ceremony. The prestigious honor went to six former NBA players and/or coaches including Rick Adelman, Chris Bosh,…

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Paying Tribute to Five Legends Lost in 2020

December 23, 2020December 23, 2020Terry Melia

This year has brought countless challenges to all of us. We continue to fight against a global pandemic, still wear protective masks, and do our best to practice social distancing. We’ve curtailed travel plans until further notice, learned how to…

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PSA and KCBS-2 Examine Influx of Kobe Bryant Autographs

February 26, 2020October 23, 2020Terry Melia

PSA Authenticator Reveals Telltale Signs The tragic death of L.A. Lakers legend Kobe Bryant on January 26, 2020, shocked and saddened the nation and fans across the globe. The 41-year-old star’s unexpected passing also set off a wave of fraudulent…

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Nobody Authenticates Super Bowl Rings Quite Like PSA’s TJ Kaye

January 22, 2020February 19, 2021Terry Melia

Editor’s Note: PSA no longer offers Ring, Trophy and Award Authentication Services as of February 20, 2021.  TJ Kaye is a veteran of sports authentication. His job is to certify championship rings, trophies and awards for PSA. With Super Bowl…

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The Importance Behind Third-Party Authentication and Grading

December 2, 2019October 24, 2020Terry Melia

  One of the toughest decisions any collector faces is when to part ways with all or some of his collection. It’s often based on finances – or lack thereof – and brings with it an emotional toll. It could…

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Authenticating a Babe Ruth Game-Used Bat Attributed to His 500th Home Run

November 12, 2019October 24, 2020Terry Melia

  On Sunday, August 11, 1929, the New York Yankees visited Cleveland’s League Park to take on the Indians. Babe Ruth, batting cleanup, led off the second inning of a scoreless game. On the first pitch he saw from Willis…

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Autographed Cards and the PSA Set Registry

January 17, 2019October 26, 2020Todd Tobias

Autographed cards have been steadily growing in popularity in recent years. Once just a child’s novelty, signed trading cards, particularly vintage and key examples, have become a legitimate hobby category that is enjoyed by many high-end collectors. For more than…

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Baseball Signed by 11 Members of Original 1939 HOF Induction Class Could Set Record

July 23, 2018October 24, 2020Terry Melia

PSA-authenticated ball could become most valuable one in history There are signed baseballs and then are SIGNED baseballs. The particular multi-signed baseball that’s featured in this entry is certainly one worth screaming about (yes, in all CAPS). Not only does…

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