Questionable Ryan Braun Game Used Jersey/MLB Authentication

[Cubsfan4life]

Re: Questionable Ryan Braun Game Used Jersey/MLB Authentication

Most of my game used stuff have MLB holograms on them. I have not pick up ANYTHING without the holograms.

I am sorry - with so many good "fakes" out there - I have NO reason to trust anyone word and so forth.


As for MLB database, we all know it is NOT perfect but it is BEST available. As a collector, I am putting my trust in the authenticator's words/description. We all know the policy - if the authenticator didnt see it, he/she can authenticated as such.


PS. Before I make any MLB game used stuff - I always check on MLB hologram and see what it stated. If I like the description, I will buy it. If it is questionable - I would just walk away!

Ya I prefer MLB authentication as well, but not all items have it. For the most part it is limited to jerseys, bats, baseballs, and lineup cards. I perfectly understand collecting only MLB authenticated items as they rarely make mistakes, but items such as cleats, helmets, and uncracked bats usually don't have holograms. For me that just means I have to do research before buying. A photo match is always the best assurance an item is real. The people in the video just assume it is fake because it doesn't have a sticker listing it as game used, which is frustrating.

[nycpropain]

Re: Questionable Ryan Braun Game Used Jersey/MLB Authentication

http://fox6now.com/2012/07/01/contact-6-tips-on-purchasing-authenticated-sports-memorabilia/

[marino13]

Re: Questionable Ryan Braun Game Used Jersey/MLB Authentication

Since I only collect MLB related items - I would say MLB hologram stands pretty high on the list of "proof and provenance".

Steinersports hologram & LOA stands close second.

PSA/DNA is third.


And if the item came from the "player" himself - then it would be in the top three somewhere.


For me, MLB hologram is the MAIN reason why I am willing to pay for any item. Without it, I would hesitate just a bit.

Secondly, I always verify the MLB hologram on its information before making any purchase. If I like what I read, I will buy it. If the info is some what ambiguous, I will pass!



So, back to the buyer from this story, she made one obvious mistake -she did not check on info of the MLB hologram - if she did, she would NOT have purchased the jersey in the first place.