Autograph Authentication – Ayrton Senna Confidence Grade: C (Likely NOT Authentic) Overview The submitted image presents a red-ink signature attributed to Ayrton Senna, adjacent to a cartoon character. The inscription includes location and year context: “IMOLA 94,” referencing the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix—a historically significant event in Formula 1 as it marks the event…
Autograph Authentication – Fred Rogers Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview This report presents a forensic analysis of the provided signature attributed to Fred Rogers. Based on microscopic simulation (10x magnification) and comparison with known traits of mechanical reproduction methods and handwriting characteristics, the signature exhibits several markers of manual authorship with only minor inconsistencies….
Autograph Authentication – Douglas MacArthur Confidence Grade: C Overview This analysis concerns a commemorative cover postmarked February 3, 1948, Manila, Philippines, commemorating the third anniversary of the return of American forces to the Philippines during World War II. The prominent subject is General Douglas MacArthur, with a stylized illustration and a signature at the bottom…
Autograph Authentication – Hulk Hogan Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The signature displayed on the wrestling photo featuring Hulk Hogan and André the Giant exhibits a number of characteristics consistent with a hand-signed signature. Based on magnified visual assessment, I did not identify definitive artifacts of autopen, print reproduction, or photocopying. Some authentic, dynamic…
Autograph Authentication – Dirk Nowitzki Confidence Grade: A (Most Likely Authentic) Overview This report presents a forensic analysis of a signed photograph depicting NBA star Dirk Nowitzki in action against the Memphis Grizzlies. The signature appears at the lower center-right of the photo, in bold black ink, including the player’s jersey number “41.” Initial visual…
Autograph Authentication – Michael Jordan Confidence Grade: D (Very Likely NOT Authentic) Overview This report presents a forensic evaluation of a purported Michael Jordan autograph on a 1990 Fleer trading card. The analysis employed high-resolution image magnification simulating a 10x scope to investigate micro-patterns, ink characteristics, and signature mechanics. Preliminary assessment raises substantial concerns based…
Autograph Authentication – Steve Austin Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The submitted autograph, inscribed “Austin 3:16,” appears to be written in black ink on a glossy black-and-white photo of professional wrestler Steve Austin. Initial observation under simulated magnification reveals freehand stroke dynamics generally consistent with human handwriting, although some characteristics raise minor concern. No…
Autograph Authentication – Jerry Jones Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview This report presents a forensic analysis of an autograph attributed to Jerry Jones, applied to a silver and grey Dallas Cowboys mini-helmet with accompanying inscription “HOF 2017.” The signature is written in black felt-tip marker with high contrast against the helmet’s metallic surface. Initial…
Autograph Authentication – Willie Mays Confidence Grade: C (Likely NOT Authentic) Overview A visual and forensic evaluation was performed on the provided image of a signed vintage publication featuring a signature attributed to Willie Mays. Based on detailed magnification analysis, ink-substrate interaction, stroke analysis, and evaluation against high-quality exemplars of authentic Willie Mays autographs, the…
Autograph Authentication – Willie Mays Confidence Grade: C (Likely NOT Authentic) Overview The submitted autograph purported to be from the high-risk autographer Willie Mays has undergone a full forensic evaluation using simulated 10x magnification. A close inspection of the ink behavior, stroke dynamics, and potential mechanical reproduction characteristics was employed. Although some aspects suggest hand-executed…