Goldin Auctions - Roberto Clemente Signed 8x10 Photograph PSA/DNA 10

[mdallen22]

Hello All,

This Clemente autograph is one of the nicest examples of a Clemente signature that I have ever seen, and that's evident in the Gem Mint 10 rating it was given.

My concern - is this autograph "too" nice? I don't know that I have ever come across an early era style Clemente signature on a 8x10 as strong as this example. I've seen many signed pieces displaying his signature he used later in his career when he "tweaked" his penmanship that were given high grades but few early on in his career. I would like to hear from the Clemente and autograph experts out there to voice their opinions of its authenticity. Anyone have any concerns and think maybe its a fake? I personally would love to add this to my collection but I value peoples opinions on here and would like to see what others think.

http://goldinauctions.com/LotDetail....NA-GEM-MINT-10

Best,
Mike

[smtjoy]

Clemente collector here but not an autograph expert. I do own a pre rookie Clemente auto from a spring training game against yankees, you can use to compare with-

[mdallen22]

Thanks for the comparison. Any idea on what type of pen was used on the 8x10 piece GA has?

[packs]

Mine is rough but here is an example from his rookie season.

[mdallen22]

Does anyone have any examples of fakes? Maybe some Marino faked Clemente's that were part of Operation Bullpen?

[kengoldin]

That was the nicest Clemente single signed photo I have seen, and in my years I have seen quite a few. I would not run it if I was not comfortably with it, and I DID PERSONALLY reject some PSA and/or JSA items from this auction that were consigned. I have no problem rejecting an item that is 'certified or pulling an item that is 'certified' if I feel it is warranted. I also stand behind the autographs at Goldin Auctions and if the winning bidder had a problem with this item, I would take it back.
I hope this answers any questions you had Mike
regards
Ken Goldin
ken@goldinauctions.com