Submission Reports

Autograph Authentication – Dan Aykroyd Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The presented image contains a black-and-white photo featuring characters from the film Coneheads likely portraying Dan Aykroyd in costume. A signature in thick black ink appears across the lower-middle section. The signature style, fluidity, and visual characteristics indicate a likely hand-signed autograph. However, while…

Autograph Authentication – Cuba Gooding Jr. Confidence Grade: C (Likely NOT Authentic) Overview The submitted image shows a headshot-style, black and white photograph presumably of Cuba Gooding Jr., set within a matte burgundy and silver Art Deco-style frame. A signature—presumably his—is placed prominently in the lower center/midsection of the photograph. After a detailed forensic analysis…

Autograph Authentication – Chuck Berry Confidence Grade: D (Very Likely NOT Authentic) Overview The submitted image depicts a stylized signature in a purple/magenta ink on what appears to be a glossy surface, possibly a photo print. The autograph features a unique smiley face drawing above the main scripted portion. This evaluation is conducted under the…

Autograph Authentication – Bob Lemon Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The submitted image features an autograph attributed to Bob Lemon, inscribed “To Luther” in blue ink on a glossy photographic print depicting a baseball player. The signature’s fluidity, pressure modulation, and evident hesitation-free execution suggest a strong likelihood of freehand application rather than mechanical…

Autograph Authentication – Annette Bening Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The signature in question, attributed to Annette Bening, has undergone high-resolution analysis with simulated 10x magnification to evaluate ink behavior, substrate integration, and hallmark indicators of reproduction or forgery. Overall, the ink adhesion, stroke construction, and depth variability are consistent with signs of original,…

Autograph Authentication – Alfre Woodard Confidence Grade: A (Most Likely Authentic) Overview This signature, attributed to Alfre Woodard, is inscribed on a matte-framed photographic print featuring her portrait and printed name. The signature demonstrates strong indications of originality, natural handwriting dynamics, and appropriate material interaction without evidence of mechanical production or reproduction. Candidate Identity (Investigative)…

Autograph Authentication – Highwaymen Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview This forensic examination centers on a signed promotional piece for “The Highwaymen,” the noted country supergroup comprising Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, and Waylon Jennings. The poster features multiple autographs over a Liberty Records promotional photograph. Under magnified scrutiny, the ink behavior and stroke…

Autograph Authentication – Elizabeth Taylor Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The subject of this authentication is an autographed vintage black-and-white photograph featuring Elizabeth Taylor, likely from the promotional materials for the film Giant (noted by James Dean and Rock Hudson co-star credits, still number “403-12”, and production info matching the 1956 release). After a…

Autograph Authentication – Cassius Clay Confidence Grade: C (Likely NOT Authentic) Overview The analysis was conducted on a single signature placed prominently on a grayscale/black-and-white photographic print. The signature in question appears to be written in gold ink with a pen that produces a moderately smooth ink flow suited for glossy or semigloss photo stock….