MLB authentication

[Rookiemonster]

Does a MLB authentication add value ? Over or with any other company's authentication .

[tazdmb]

I feel it is the most reputable TPA out there as they have the MLB behind them. Plus, as an auditor, I trust Deloitte over PSA and JSA.

[Rookiemonster]

Originally Posted by tazdmb

I feel it is the most reputable TPA out there as they have the MLB behind them. Plus, as an auditor, I trust Deloitte over PSA and JSA.

I see but do you think it adds value ? ( so if Deloitte told you a Ruth auto was real you would pay up ?) j/k

[Kco]

Just to make a correction to the above statement, they are not a third party authenticator, they are a first party witness, so it's a guarantee not an opinion. To answer your question, it absolutely commands a premium and adds value. Dependent on the player the value added can be substantial

Hope that helps

[Rookiemonster]

Originally Posted by Kco

Just to make a correction to the above statement, they are not a third party authenticator, they are a first party witness, so it's a guarantee not an opinion. To answer your question, it absolutely commands a premium and adds value. Dependent on the player the value added can be substantial

Hope that helps

I have a Hank Aaron that has a MLB/ Steiner authentication .

I also got in person a Juan marical ball at the NYC all start fan fest . It was given the sticker right on the spot .

[earlywynnfan]

Originally Posted by Rookiemonster

I have a Hank Aaron that has a MLB/ Steiner authentication .

I also got in person a Juan marical ball at the NYC all start fan fest . It was given the sticker right on the spot .

Is the sticker one of those "in the presence" holos, or just a regular one? Because if it's regular, it's no different than mailing in your ball 10 years later. Guesswork.

MLB holos are put on right out of the player's hand. Not much room for discussion.

It may just be me, but if I see a Hank Aaron ball with PSA or JSA, I'm going to use my own expertise or ask for help. If I see an Aaron ball with Steiner or MLB, I'm going to say "It's real." (Although, as discussed before, Steiner has in the past stickered items without seeing them signed, but I wouldn't hesitate with a living player.)

[Kco]

Originally Posted by Rookiemonster

I have a Hank Aaron that has a MLB/ Steiner authentication .

I also got in person a Juan marical ball at the NYC all start fan fest . It was given the sticker right on the spot .

Yes Steiner/MLB holo is ironclad, that's guaranteed authentic. It will definitely command a premium on resale, how much is debatable but if a ball without that authenticity goes for, say, 125, the one with MLB/Steiner will get maybe $175