Perfectly fine. I do not look at who authenticated them, or if they're even authenticated at all. While it's a given that TPA assists in resale for a large audience, it's not something I need to have. I just use my own experience and study to ascertain if I feel something is truly authentic or otherwise. If need be, I'll consult my exemplar files to assist in the process.
There are some things that I may have reservations about buying a piece that hasn't been authenticated without having the item in hand, however. These items tend to be pricier, top tier, high-demand HOFers. In these cases, it's nice to see that a TPA has had the chance to look at them if I am not close by to examine in person. Not everything, but certain things. Think Ruth and Gehrig cuts, and things of that nature. They may look great in photos/scans, but could themselves be scanned, laser printer copies of the genuine article. Unless you can locate the original signature used to make the reprint and have your "a-ha!" moment, you have to just be more and more careful.
Last edited by BillyCoxDodgers3B; 01-18-2025 at 02:03 PM.
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