Less than 48 hours after introducing changes to the upper end of its long-standing grading scale, Beckett Collectibles backtracked amid backlash from its customers and, at least for now, has scuttled its plan. The announcement acknowledged that the proposed changes weren't popular with customers. Among the most widely criticized changes was the lower … [Read more...] about Beckett’s Proposed Grading Scale Change Meets with Opposition
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Notes: Micah Parsons Kicks Off Beckett Ticket Biz; McDavid Auction; Brewing with the 1954 Giants
Beckett has brought in Steve Lee as the head of ticket grading and authentication to oversee operations of its new division, which launched Monday. Lee has been an active figure in the hobby for decades, with over 30 years of experience as both a collector and grader of cards and tickets. They're promising a 30-day turnaround time with custom labeling available. Grading will … [Read more...] about Notes: Micah Parsons Kicks Off Beckett Ticket Biz; McDavid Auction; Brewing with the 1954 Giants
Beckett Hires New CEO with Plans for Expansion Beyond Cards
Beckett has a new CEO with a technology background. The company named Kunal Chopra to the role on Monday. Most recently, he served as CEO of Kaspien, a software and tech-enabled services platform for retail marketplaces. "We're excited that Kunal has agreed to take the helm at Beckett," stated Justin Holbrook, interim Beckett CEO. "He brings the kind of … [Read more...] about Beckett Hires New CEO with Plans for Expansion Beyond Cards
Beckett’s New Autograph Authentication Stickers Offer Hologram, QR Code
Beckett Authentication Services is introducing a new tamper-evident certification sticker for items that utilize them as part of the company’s autograph authentication process. The new sticker has a custom-branded hologram and a QR code for verification. “Because so many of the transactions between buyers and sellers of autographed memorabilia take place online, … [Read more...] about Beckett’s New Autograph Authentication Stickers Offer Hologram, QR Code
Dallas County Order Forces Beckett to Close Offices
Add Beckett to the list of hobby-related businesses shut down by COVID-19. The Texas-based company’s offices will close Monday night after Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins issued a “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order. Non-essential businesses in the county have been ordered to lock their doors until at least April 3, with the likelihood the situation will continue … [Read more...] about Dallas County Order Forces Beckett to Close Offices
Beckett Authentication Launches Online Review Service
Beckett Authentication Services has launched a low-cost review service for autographs, one that offers a non-binding opinion in a short period of time. Beckett Signature Review will allow customers to share a link or photo of an autograph that hasn’t been authenticated by the company. For a cost of $10, a Beckett authenticator will review the item and offer their … [Read more...] about Beckett Authentication Launches Online Review Service