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Posted By: Mike

For many this, this comment won't add much. But hopefully some will benefit. One of the things people always want to know about autographs is, what is it worth ? There is "never" a specific answer, as everyone would like. There are many many factors.

First is it legit?

Was it signed while the player was still playing?

The condition of the autograph. (faded, smeared, stained,)

What is the autograph on ? (paper, glove, bat, card, postcard, etc etc.)

The players life span. Did he die young, or did he live a long life? Obviously if he died young, he probably signed less items.

Was he a willing signer? many players love to sign, some hate it. Causing an abundance or shortage. Similar to life span issue.

Is he a hall of famer, or a star, or a common ? usually, but not always, hall of famers are worth more. Notice I said usually. There are many exceptions.

Regionalism. An autograph of a player from Cleveland will probably bring more money in Cleveland, than it will in St. Louis. But not always. Depends on the player.

I could go on, but as one can see there are very many factors. This is not to say that one can't come up with a reasonable value, but for those who want pat answers, there are none. But please continue to post autographs. It's great to see them, and we will try our best to give folks a reasonable guesstimate. And it's ok to agree to disagree on values.


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