1. A ton and usually, it grows every year.
2. Oh yes. It's one of the most forged items out there, especially with guys such as Mickey Mantle and Babe Ruth.
3. It can happen. First thing is that you NEVER get a baseball signed in sharpie. It might look good at first but it will fade and smudge over time. Also make sure to keep them out of the sun. I had my Mantle ball in a bad spot for a while and though the auto wasn't affected, the ball has browned in spots.
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