AUTOGRAPH COLLECTORS!!! Avoid these 10 MISTAKES | PSM 

This goes so much more than just autographs. This goes for collecting in general. Whether it be autographs, vinyl, funko pops, literally anything

Just found your channel and think it's fantastic. Your 10 mistakes to avoid are absolutely spot on. As someone who has been collecting for over 50 years, I would add that not only don't spend a ton on framing (I agree that acid free matting and a frame can be purchased cheap), but make sure what ever you get, replace the glass with UV and try to keep your finished product out of direct sunlight.

Great video! I recently got into collecting and I'm still learning the ins and outs. Tip number 10 is so true! Sometimes I'll see a good deal on an autograph I don't really feel too excited about, and the temptation just to collect is there. Going to apply your method going forward!

Matt one of your best videos. I appreciate your insight and honesty especially with #8. You seem to genuinely look out for those purchasing autographed memorabilia

Helpful good stuff as always looking out for others live and learn and helping others from your mistakes thanks for the insight

Enjoy your videos! I’ve collected hockey pucks sports baseball football autographs. My favorite autographed item is hand written checks from Marcus Allen graded a 10 from Beckett. I agree 100 percent with you

Your videos are so helpful and super informative thank you so much for posting!!!

Excellent information you have shared and thank you.

Thanks for very informative n interesting list. New subscriber because of this video. Kudos for upload. Anticipating ur next video.

Just found your channel its awesome! Do you like the stores that sell memorabilia? Like Dynasty sports here in the Northeast, Boston area.

I recently started collecting cards and now thinking of memorbillia. I have learned a lot of incredible information thank to several of your videos. Thank you for uploading great content for people like myself. In the end about insurance, does the value of the item go listed as that items value of the day insured or on day damaged/stolen?

Almost all of my autographs have been obtained in person!!

Great video 👍🏼 I could easily go into debt with autographs, so I don’t blame you for mentioning it 😂

These 10 questions would have killed my store 10 years ago lol.

I have a local memorabilia store in my city. They have amazing autographed merch. Signed jordan jerseys ($15k), signed babe ruth baseball ($28k) and so on. I purchased a signed cowboys jersey that came with a COA from Steiner but there is no serial number. I emailed Steiner and they said anything pre 2016 will not have a serial number but that I could send it in and get re-aunthenticated with a serial number. I also have a signed football on layaway and that does not have a COA but player holograms that I guess their signing company (GTSM) only issues out once they witness the player sign the item which "is considered authenticated". Should I trust this local retailer....especially with such high end merch or should I be extremely skeptical? Any advice from avid collectors would be greatly appreciated Edit: I contacted the stores manager and he invited me to meet with him this week to go over the COA's and show me what to look for. The signatures do look legit based off of comparison photos I've done from other reputable memorabilia websites but the lack of those COA's and/or serial numbers has me second guessing

Great video. #3 and #9 hits hard

Solid advice for sure. Thank you for posting! 📫

I keep my signed Baseball in the Uv box in my dark shelf.

all very good points.. What do you think about MJ senior Las Vegas flight camp COA signed items. UD doesn't have the hologram number on there database.

who do you recomend going to for insurance on cards and collectibles? and how much should u pay?

Great information. I started collecting 5 years ago and it has gotten out of control. I need to properly inventory and have appraised for insurance. Is there any inventory software or database you recommend that's good for sports and celebrity memorabilia?

Can you do a video on "autograph grading" vs "card grading?" There are no videos that explain the differences. How is an autograph card graded (for its autograph?) I have a card that isn't a gem mint 10, but has a bold dark signature (with a paint marker.) I was thinking of getting it encapsulated and graded solely on it's autograph. Thanks!

I’m grateful for the players that sent me pictures and letters while I was in the Gulf War 1990-91 a special moment for me.❤

If I’m buying a legit licensed jersey, I want to wear it lol. My favorite signed jersey is my Chipper, it’s authentic, but I wish it was a custom.

I loved the video, but I do have a question, is spending money on getting a jersey framed even worth it if your reselling?

Would size boxing gloves would you recommend to have signed. 12oz or 14oz gloves?

I want a Singes Boxing glove(Foreman Sugar Ray or Tyson Fury), i think it could go up in Value and if it dosent i dont Mind because I absolutly love these Guys and would propably never sell them anyway😅

Might be a long shot on a response, have signed photos all throughout my garage of ravens players. Tinted garage windows 5% on the inside. I feel some autographs are fading. Might just be overthinking. Also have an ac unit in that garage as well. Any way to stop fading from happening. Certain temperature? Dimmer lights? Any advice would help.

New to collecting and your channel. Loving the content! Here's a question. You say don't overpay for framing. But you also say display your items properly. A local framer quoted me $255-$400 for an 8x10 with acid-free mats and conservation UV or museum UV glass. Alternatively, I could buy a frame online with suede mats in team colors, UV glass (of unknown quality), team medallions and an engraved nameplate for $60. So to be frank, is the $60 version junk? Or is the $255-$400 version a ripoff? I want to protect my photo, but I don't want to overspend. Can you help me out?

I recently buyed a signed Ronaldinho shirt witnessed by Beckett for 850 € but the shirt is a limited edition a memorial of winning the final . I don’t know if the shirt is authentic do you think the price is so expensive because of the player ? (Soccer)

Hello Matt! I hope you have a chance to see this comment but I have some sports memorabilia that’s signed and a limited edition Peyton manning type thing that has a engraved signed thing, 63/500 made. Also some worn gloves and a football with multiple colts players signatures. I have no idea where to go to sell this other than going through to an auction but I also don’t really have the funds to send the memorabilia in to get authenticated. I guess I’m asking for some advice and maybe if you have an idea on what this stuff could be worth. I looked online for it but none of these things are being sold anywhere that I can find. Thank you

What about buying half decent players that have autographed a jersey with a JSA sticker and it’s verified they did sign it but the price is $50

Who would you recommend for framing?

Stupid question, so im fixing to put some recessed lights on my man cave, having a picture on the wall close to the light won’t mess it up right.??

Another good video and I have another question. My bats are in my office in the basement I turned the bat tubes towards the wall to avoid the office light. Will office light cause fading or is it direct sunlight because the autographs are just sharpie pen signature? I did change out all of baseball autograph to the UV cubes. And good point on the size, I have two helmets now I love them but they do take up space. I was going to get a Kyler Murray helmet for an investment and just put that in the closet.

So it it better to buy it from like mlb store NBA store and NFL store?

Where are good places to buy official licensed jerseys of all sports?

I always wanted to know why sports memorabilia shops were going out of business and got my answer the other day🤣was needing money bad so I called Sports Investments/Cincinnati Ohio in what they literally say on their website they accept anything of your collection. Asked if he'd be interested in Patrick Mahomes and Luka Doncic autographed jerseys/certificates of authenticity all there and couldn't believe what I was hearing. Said wasn't really interested "more into game used", "try ebay". I even offered this guy the bare minimum of what I paid for em which at the time before they both took off was like $500-600 and I got em through the official team websites that goes directly into Fanatics. Rn they're valued at anywhere between $1,200-1,500. Not only a dont give a shit about profit but they dead ass could've prioritized it as long term stock and waited 5-10 years and really profited numbers of 3k-5k like Lebron has recently. Ohtani is next on my list too.

Any advice for getting "Joe Rogan's autograph?" I've been to his comedy shows & UFC events. He doesn't do "meet & greets."

How do I get a licensed jersey signed of a player that no longer plays, let alone lives hundred of miles away? When I look their signed jerseys up the unofficial ones show up. I plan on having the jersey framed, so in this case would it matter?

I loved the video, but I do have a question, is spending money on getting a jersey framed even worth it

is prees pass collectables trust worthy?

I'd disagree with the framing point because if you're framing an extremely valuable autograph that cost a couple of thousand dollars, it's very important to spend proper money to get conservation grade framing because if you don't, over time your valuable autograph will suffer irreparable damage, not only from lighting sources, but also from room humidity that is difficult to adequately control. The kind of framing materials you're using can also damage the autograph. You should have made the point that it depends on how valuable the autograph is as framing isn't just about the aesthetics, framing also plays an important role in preservation and protecting what is potentially a very fragile and historical piece from humidity and other environmental damage

what would be some good websites or apps to buy authentic sports memorabilia?

I've been looking for a unicorn: A number 18 authentic jersey for Jason Kendall when he was with the Cubs. He was only with them for half a season. Anyone know where such a thing can be found? No luck with the online auctions and other web searches.

Could I send you pictures of a football to try and figure out who’s signature it is?

Ok... so I just placed an order with Fanatics. Both items said IN STOCK will ship within 60 days. Don’t understand why it could take 60 days if it’s in stock. But nonetheless.... I placed my order. Then it says est delivery is JUL 19!!!!!! Is this normal?????? Now I’m really nervous about having placed this order.

I have a option to by a Kobe Bryant Jersey autographed for 1000 with Magic Johnson s will they are JSA and Beckett certified I think it’s a good investment

Hi there- trying to do research on how to sell my husbands large collection of sports memorabilia! We are in a very tough financial situation right now & are in need of $! He has quite a bit of authentic signed items-LeBron James signed jersey, helmets, baseballs etc. He even has non-sports related items like signed guitars. Any suggestions on how to sell quickly for a fair price. Thank you in advance! 😀

Do you provide a authenticity service ?

what do you think of psa authenticated i have a mike farrell of mash bryan hitt of reo speedwagon and one other reo autograph

Is fanaticsauthentic the same as fanatics??

What if I bought a helmet from a guy and it has a JSA Sticker but No paperwork? Am I out The money 💰.? Or can I bring it to JSA when they come back to Town and see if I can get the small piece of paperwork? You know what I mean?

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I thought you were going to mention autograph mystery boxes

Is fanatics good?

When u said you arent an autograph chaser, what did that mean? Do u not take value in actually being there to experience meeting the plater and not needing a hologram or sticker authentication, because you were literally there. Otherwise arent u just gambling that your FBI handwritimg analysis is up to snuff, and all you are really doing is buying an item and not the full memory? Getting something signed is the entire journey for me. Heck, anykne can pull out a credit card and buy a signed helmet off ebay. But how did you get the helmet, how did you meet the player, how did you get the signature....all seems hugely more important. But im a novice at this, and arent saying u are wrong, i jist want to know why u said that. Is there something i dont know?

I’ve signed autographs for kids because one of my best friends is a famous RU-vidr and I’ve worked in entertainment business on some projects... but then people who don’t know me like adults ask me for autographs once they seen kids asking 😂

Question: Why? Answer: SALES!!!

If I just buy something and they dont put the sticker or card that it's real then I'll just return it later now

Find me a mint condition authentic Randy Moss jersey..