Collectors Universe revenues in the first quarter of fiscal 2020 soared to $20.2 million from $17.5 million a year ago, a 16% increase and a new all-time quarterly record for the company. Trading card and autograph revenue in the quarter were 33% higher than a year ago. PSA and PSA/DNA netted over $8 million in quarterly revenue for the first time in company … [Read more...] about Notes: Record Quarter for PSA; Cards & Gambling; Collector Helps Player; Talking Autos and Authenticity
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Super Bowl Footballs Authenticated by PSA DNA
Over 100 footballs will be used in the Super Bowl game and to protect against possible counterfeiting every one of them will be "tagged" with a specially-prepared synthetic DNA ink that leaves an invisible-to-the-naked-eye security mark. The sideline pylons and even the coin used for the game-opening coin toss will be marked, too. The National Football League again will use … [Read more...] about Super Bowl Footballs Authenticated by PSA DNA
PSA Also Offering SMR Access Free
As we reported earlier this month, PSA has opened up its Population Report to the masses for the first time. The company has now announced that it is also makings its monthly online SMR Online Price Guide available at no charge. It previously cost $39.95 annually for a subscription to view both. “As a company, we believe in providing information to consumers because the … [Read more...] about PSA Also Offering SMR Access Free
PSA/DNA Adds Embedded Holograms to Authenticity Letters
PSA/DNA Authentication Services is now using an embedded hologram in its letters of authenticity (LOA), a technological advance unprecedented in the field of third-party autograph and memorabilia authentication. A second watermark is also being added to the LOA. “The detailed, color-changing PSA/DNA logo hologram on the LOA is actually embedded into each sheet of paper used … [Read more...] about PSA/DNA Adds Embedded Holograms to Authenticity Letters
PSA New Jersey Office Now Open
The new eastern office of PSA and PSA/DNA Authentication Services now is now open in Woodbridge, New Jersey. "Initial demand for services in the New Jersey office is expected to be very high, so we're cordially asking everyone to be patient while we schedule appointments and onsite visits as quickly as possible over the first few weeks," said Joe Orlando, President of PSA … [Read more...] about PSA New Jersey Office Now Open
PSA Opening East Coast Office
To meet the increasing needs of collectors and dealers in the eastern United States, especially in the hobby of autograph collecting, Professional Sports Authenticator (www.PSAcard.com) and PSA/DNA Authentication Services will open an office in Woodbridge, New Jersey this summer. Submissions will be accepted in person by appointment at the new office; however, all items … [Read more...] about PSA Opening East Coast Office
Ruth, Gehrig, Mantle top 2010’s Most Dangerous Autographs
Over half of the signatures of some famous sports, historical and entertainment figures submitted in 2010 to PSA/DNA Authentication Services of Santa Ana, California were judged to be fakes. Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and Mickey Mantle topped the PSA/DNA sport list of the "most dangerous autographs of the year," and Elvis Presley, The Beatles and John F. Kennedy are at the … [Read more...] about Ruth, Gehrig, Mantle top 2010’s Most Dangerous Autographs
PSA Grades Autographs for New Packaged Product
PSA/DNA Authentication Services has certified more than 9,000 signatures for a new baseball memorabilia product now hitting shelves. Historic Autographs 2010 Hall of Fame and All-Star Edition will feature a total of 846 different past and present major league baseball players, represented with cut signatures encapsulated in PSA/DNA holders and packaged three-to-a-box by … [Read more...] about PSA Grades Autographs for New Packaged Product
PSA/DNA Authenticates 7500 Autographs for Upper Deck
PSA/DNA Authentication Services recently certified the more than 7,500 signatures offered in the Upper Deck Company’s latest trading card release, Prominent Cuts. The partnership also includes random pack inserts for free grading and authentication through the California-based third party authenticator. To accommodate collectors and recognize the large scale of the … [Read more...] about PSA/DNA Authenticates 7500 Autographs for Upper Deck
Championship Rings, Etc., Now Part of PSA Authentication Business
Authentication has now spread to the pricey world of sports championship rings and awards. … [Read more...] about Championship Rings, Etc., Now Part of PSA Authentication Business