In order to properly give our best opinion on your autograph(s), we must see it in person. There are four convenient ways to submit your item(s) for authentication.
We receive autographs daily at either one of our offices. Items authenticated at a JSA office will have items and results sent back. Results are strictly never given over the phone.
Verify that the autograph(s) is listed on our Fee Schedule at www.SpenceLOA.com. The experience of our authenticators allows them to opine on a far greater selection of individuals than is possible to be listed, therefore if the autograph is not listed, please let us know.
A thoroughly completed submission form is essential so your item(s) can be processed in a timely fashion.
Please download and complete submission form
Submission FormYou have the choice to ship to either office, JSA-NJ or JSA-FL. It is best to protect your collectible with bubble wrap or suitable packing material to prevent any damage while in transit. Place the wrapped item into a box that is sized to prevent shifting. Fill the remaining empty portions of the box with newspaper or packing peanuts. Before sealing, be sure to include the completed submission form and payment in full with your item. You may select a carrier of your choice to ship the item to our office. The authentication of previously signed autographs is not an exact science and the possibility for error does exist. James Spence Authentication does not claim accuracy of its results 100% of the time. There is no express guarantee in connection with the James Spence Authentication Service and James Spence Authentication disclaims any liabilities for errors.
Due to handling and space limitations, we cannot accept all items (listed below) through the mail or package carrier service. However, these cumbersome items can be examined during a scheduled office visit, house call, or show appearance. Please contact us if you have a specific request or circumstance. Framed Items: All items must be removed from their frame before being submitted through the mail. Heavy Items: Defined as a single object weighing more than 30 lbs. Large Items: Large trophies, furniture, guitars, or other odd shaped objects including hockey sticks Items in Holders or Shrink-Wrap If you ship your collectible enclosed in a holder or shrink-wrap, please be advised that your item may be removed for examination. Upon completion of the examination process, your item will be placed into its original holder, but will not be recovered in shrink-wrap. In the event your baseball or 3"x 5", 5" x 7" or 8" x 10" photograph or cut arrives without a protective holder, one will be provided at no additional charge.
Depending upon demand and authenticators schedules and unless otherwise advised, turnaround time is typically 15-20 business days once your submission is received in our office. This does not include transit time for returning the item back to you. Please do not call to inquire about the status of your order unless the time has exceeded twenty business days. For your protection we do not provide information concerning results of the authentication process over the phone or by e-mail. A detailed examination letter will be included with your returned shipment. If you have any questions regarding the results after you receive your item back, please feel free to call our office.
On-site authentication services are provided all over the country. Save on shipping and select an upcoming event nearest you. Bring your item(s) to the event, and JSA will accept your autographs on-site for submission. Your items are given back the same day, and you'll receive a Letter of Authenticity, Letter of Opinion or Inconclusive Letter mailed back to you after the event.
View EventsTwo locations in Florida and New Jersey. Schedule an office appointment and bring your item(s) for on-site authentication. Just as an event or appearance, items can be given back the same day, unless said otherwise.
Contact UsWhether it be your home, office, warehouse, or memorabilia shop, JSA will travel to accommodate your large quantity authentication needs. Minimum $2500, not including travel and hotel accommodations if needed.
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