As time goes by, things start to turn up. When a collector purchases a desirable autograph, they want to feel the item that the celebrity actually touched and signed. Putting your treasured autograph in a "coffin" makes little sense.
The fact that a thrid party "authenticating company" handled your item and in many cases mis-authenticated the item is sad enough. This is very common. The fact that they charged you for the mis-authenticaion is a disgrace then to get you for an additional fee for encapsulating adds insanity to an already "guess" on the authentication.
The following is just one of many examples of a mis-authenticated autograph that some collector paid two fees.
The "experts" at PSA/DNA clearly state the signature of Justin Verlander is AUTHENTIC.
The collector was cahrged a fee for this "expert" opinion" Wonder how much time was put into authenticating this signature.
On the back of this card is a statement stating the signature is a reproduction.
These mistakes are common when a company who "claims" to authenticate autographs proves thier worth.
This card tells the "expert" in print the signature is a reproduction. Many signatures that have been mis-authenticated do not have a warning on the back of the item. However, many signatures may have a note in pencil stating "Autopen", "Secrearial," "forged", etc that is overlooked.
Now, let's take a moment to discuss an additional tragedy named encapsulation.
What do we know of the plastics that are used by these authenticators. Under good conditions, paper is expected to breathe. Paper, 3"x5" etc, are not meant to be placed in a "coffin" made of plastic which is made from oil.
Over time, this is what you may expect. This holder is supposed to be high quality found in most sports card shops
To date, who knows how much time needs to pass as the yellowing gets to the signature.
Signatures are meant to be kept in a dark place, free of moisture and handled with care.
At this time it is best to avoid gimmics created by companies trying to trick you into an additional fee.
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