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…
Tag: Autograph Authentication
Saluting the Signatures of Basketball’s Newest HOF Inductees
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,…
PSA and KCBS-2 Examine Influx of Kobe Bryant Autographs
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…
Does a Player’s Autograph Add Value to His Card?
Ever since I entered this great hobby, I’ve been collecting on-card autographs. The majority of them I got signed in person. I’ve always found it fascinating to watch a player sign his cursive, and then see if he adds…
PSA Japan Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
“It was challenging but at the same time exciting in taking the first footsteps in the inaugural journey where no grading company had gone.” Those were the proud words spoken by PSA Japan Business Director Tony Aram when asked…
PSA Introduces New Sales Team, Unveils New Landing Page
They make up the PSA Sales team. They are five men dedicated to servicing their clients’ needs. They are a force to be reckoned with in hobby circles and help keep PSA’s name, services and reputation in good standing….
Best of the Best: All-Time NBA Autographs
With the NBA postseason heading toward the NBA Finals with (who else?) the Golden State Warriors representing the Western Conference and awaiting the winner of the Toronto Raptors/Milwaukee Bucks Eastern Final, now is the perfect time to look back…
The Evolution of Tiger Woods’ Autograph
Having clinched his 15th major last month, Tiger Woods is once again topical and relevant. Despite personal troubles, four back surgeries and just as many knee surgeries over the past decade, Tiger’s march back to prominence culminated with his…
The Evolution of Derek Jeter’s Autograph
Retired New York Yankees Captain and current Miami Marlins owner Derek Jeter was a creature of habit on the baseball field. During every at-bat, he looked pitches all the way into the catcher’s mitt. He leaned in or away…
Saluting a Celtics Legend: John ‘Hondo’ Havlicek
On April 15, 1965, in just his third NBA season, Boston Celtics great John Havlicek defined his basketball legacy. With five seconds left in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Philadelphia 76ers – and the Celtics…