1276 - Authentication Conundrums, with Rich Klein

Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights

Dr. Beckett discusses the complexities of autograph authentication with guest Rich Klein. Rich recounts an experience where one of his personally signed cards was rejected by PSA due to a lack of signature exemplars. Despite his extensive involvement in the sports card industry and the legitimacy of the card, PSA's protocol led to the rejection, sparking a viral response on Twitter. The discussion highlights the importance of research and exemplars in the authentication process and the potential inconsistencies across different grading companies. 01:42 Challenges with Signature Exemplars 02:21 Rich's Personal Collection Insights 05:18 The Importance of Research in Authentication 08:37 Ken Golden's Generosity 10:25 Security and Privacy at Shows