Base "Ball" Authentication

[BrandonG]

Hey guys, after about 50 requests for authentication, appraisals, grading, etc. through my website, I have decided to go ahead and launch the new Authentication service on my website History of the Base Ball. Just to clarify a few things, the service is only $25.00, I am not out to make a killing or start a new career, just to cover my time and materials, and thought it might help the book get moving to the next step a little faster, as well as help some collectors figure out what they've got in their collection. I also have access to an x-ray machine for use on lemon peel, belt, etc 19th century base balls, already shot one of mine, it's pretty neat. There are some great pics on the authentication page of my site.

Any feedback is welcomed, and please check out the new Authentication page on my website: http://www.historyofthebaseball.com/authentication

With the number of fakes and replica's popping up, and a friend of mine getting ripped off for $1650 (before asking my opinion!) I thought this might be a nice thing to add to the memorabilia world. I already have a lot of autograph authenticators asking for opinions so I thought why not.

I also feel this service will be good for collectors who know their stuff is real, but want an appraisal, grade, correct era, etc for their collection. I recently received a ball thought to be a 1928-1933 Heydler ball, but was actually a 1917 Tener, poor stamping but worth much more than he thought.

Hope you can check it out, and suggestions or feedback is much appreciated.

Brandon