Now JSA takes a hit!!

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Posted By: Rob L

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Posted By: Mike H

I find the arrogance of the top authenticator disturbing. His statement that "you will get a lot more for your autograph" points out all that is wrong with the autograph industry. How about saying "our process can give you additional comfort regarding the authenticity".

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Posted By: Mark

I agree.... pure arrogance. I also question what Spence is doing to remedy this. It seems he should proactively and vocally make a few necessary changes, and should be personally involved with counseling his authenticators.

I don't think that a detached or passive approach to fixing this is warranted. It also seems that something should be posted on his website, in order to alleviate people's concerns.

I know that Spence's authenticators must put greater effort into the review process of rarer/more valuable autographs than Bando (who was signing at the very event in question). There is little reason for an authenticator to suspect a fake Sal Bando autograph. But this is still a "black eye" that should be addressed with strong corrective action, if Spence hopes to retain any of his previous status.