4 Ways To

Authenticate

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.

1.

Ship It To Us

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.

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Instructions to Submit

Step 1 - Confirm Signature

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.

Step 2 - Download Submission Form

A thoroughly completed submission form is essential so your item(s) can be processed in a timely fashion.

Some things to keep in mind:
  • Complete all personal information including your current shipping address, phone number, email address and method of payment (major credit card, money order, or check.)
  • Refer to the back of your submission form to determine your shipping/handling charge. All submissions will be returned to you via UPS unless requested otherwise. If you would like shipping to be charged to your UPS or FedEx account, please provide your account number.
  • The declared value is used for insurance purposes only. A way to determine the declared value is to estimate an amount your either paid for the item or believe it to be worth as authentic. eBay is a good place to look and filtering the results by sold. We can not assist with determine your item’s value until we examine it at our office.
  • Calculate the total charge by adding the submission fee(s), the shipping/handling, and insurance charges using the table on the back of the form. We reserve the right to adjust any incorrect totals to reflect our current fees and/or inadequate shipping charges.
  • Check one box reflecting your preference for the placement of the certification label (On your item or on your LOA). Our basic certification program requires labels to be placed on the item directly.
  • It is mandatory for you to sign the bottom of your submission form allowing James Spence Authentication’s permission to examine your item. We will not process your submission unless a signed form accompanies it.

Please download and complete submission form

Submission Form

Step 3 - Shipping Your Submission

You 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.

Additional Information

Items Not Accepted

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.

Turnaround Time

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.

2.

Meet JSA At An
Event or Appearance

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.

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3.

Schedule an Office Visit

Two 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.

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4.

Schedule a House Call

Whether 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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