Autograph Authentication – Nolan Ryan Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The card in question is an Upper Deck 1991 “Baseball Heroes” featuring Nolan Ryan, encased in a protective sleeve and bearing a bold blue signature over the image surface. The ink appears to have slight pressure variance, and the signature style matches general characteristics…
Autograph Authentication – Gary Carter, Gregg Jefferies, Mike Piazza, Darryl Strawberry Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview This report reviews four autographed 8×10 photographs of New York Mets players: Gary Carter, Gregg Jefferies, Mike Piazza, and Darryl Strawberry. Each signature has been forensically analyzed against the criteria of mechanical reproduction (autopen, inkjet/laser/factory print, photocopying) and…
Autograph Authentication – Ozzy Osbourne Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview This forensic analysis examines the signature attributed to Ozzy Osbourne, embedded in a commemorative display case containing themed paraphernalia, including a skeletal frame, a visual tribute, and a note from Osbourne. The signature is situated on a dark substrate, likely on a printed placard…
Autograph Authentication – Keith Hernandez Confidence Grade: A (Most Likely Authentic) Overview This analysis evaluates the authenticity of a Keith Hernandez autograph signed on a vintage Topps baseball card. Based on a detailed forensic review of ink behavior, stroke characteristics, and comparison with known autograph patterns, the signature exhibits high integrity markers typical of hand-signed…
Autograph Authentication – Keith Hernandez Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The item under examination is a Topps Keith Hernandez baseball card featuring a blue ink signature attributed to the player. Initial magnification analysis and forensic review indicate a likely hand-signed autograph based on pen pressure variations and visual characteristics consistent with authentic freehand signature…
Autograph Authentication – Kevin McReynolds, Keith Hernandez Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview This analysis evaluates a 1980s Topps “Leaders” baseball card featuring dual autographs attributed to Kevin McReynolds and Keith Hernandez. At initial glance, both signatures exhibit traits of natural, freehand writing with variable pressure, dynamic flow, and strong evidence of on-surface interaction. No…
Autograph Authentication – Kenny Battle Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The signature on this 1989–90 NBA Hoops rookie card of Kenny Battle appears to be hand-signed. Initial analysis shows natural pen pressure variations, suggesting manual effort rather than mechanical reproduction. The short form “KB 3” is typical of stylized athlete autographs, and the format…
Autograph Authentication – Sam Mitchell Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview This analysis covers a signed NBA Hoops trading card featuring Sam Mitchell during his rookie season with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The autograph appears in blue ink directly over the card image. Based on a detailed forensic examination of ink behavior, stroke dynamics, and substrate…
Autograph Authentication – Harry Sydney Confidence Grade: A (Most Likely Authentic) Overview The artifact under analysis is a signed Topps trading card featuring Harry Sydney of the San Francisco 49ers. The autograph appears applied over a glossy photo print stock, consistent with early 1990s Topps finishes. The pen type is likely a black permanent marker…
Autograph Authentication – Shane Conlan Confidence Grade: B (Likely Authentic) Overview The autograph in question appears on a Topps trading card featuring Shane Conlan of the Buffalo Bills. The signature is performed with a dark ink, likely from a permanent marker, and prominently displayed across the lower midsection of the card surface. An initial visual…