Autographs and certification

[nate82]

So my mom's husband died this year and he left me two autographed photos.  One of Walter Payton (just a signature) and one of Jackie Harris (just a signature).  These are the typical black and white photos that you would get at an autograph session. 

I am fairly certain the Jackie Harris one is worth nothing or maybe at best $5.  Probably not worth getting a frame for it.  Is it really worth it to get the Payton one PSA certified?  I see on the PSA site it would cost $50 to get a PSA certification.  Is that really worth it?  I would also have to mail the picture to them. 

I remember the PSA used to go to collectible events and offer PSA certification.  Do they still do this?  I saw some events on their sites but not many.  Are there any other services like the PSA?

[BrewersSuperCollector]

Other than PSA, Beckett also offer authentication. Both PSA and Beckett offer send ins, some larger card show authentications, and sometimes local sports memorabilia store have these companies come in for authentications.

I would get the Payton authenticated if you're choosing to sell. You will recoup the value of that photo plus make it much easier and quicker to sell. Ebay completed auctions may help with your decision. Post a pic of your Payton.

The Jackie Harris $5-$10.

 

 

[nate82]

On 11/19/2023 at 12:16 PM, BrewersSuperCollector said:

Other than PSA, Beckett also offer authentication. Both PSA and Beckett offer send ins, some larger card show authentications, and sometimes local sports memorabilia store have these companies come in for authentications.

I would get the Payton authenticated if you're choosing to sell. You will recoup the value of that photo plus make it much easier and quicker to sell. Ebay completed auctions may help with your decision. Post a pic of your Payton.

The Jackie Harris $5-$10.

 

 

Thanks.

The authentication was more for insurance purposes.  Not sure I will ever sell.