Got three different jerseys from three different collectors for authentication today.
Jersey 1, purchased off ebay, no other information provided by collector submitting for authentication. He received no provenance from the seller, no supporting documents, nothing but a shirt with no evidence that it was used in a National Hockey League game.
Jersey 2, purchased with a batch of jerseys years ago, with no other information provided by the collector submitting for authentication. He received no provenance from the seller, no supporting documents, nothing but a shirt with glaringly fraudulent game use, no other marks, no evidence it was used in a National Hockey League game. The jersey looked very much like a jersey sold in a popular retail store that also customizes jerseys for NHL teams.
Jersey 3, acquired as a gift from a player, with a dated letter from the player. Characteristics of the jersey look consistent with a game-worn jersey. Reputable player, reputable story on the letter, quite likely at first glance a game-worn jersey.
My reason for describing these three? Supporting information does matter. When you buy a jersey, ask about the jersey. Ask questions of provenance, obtain supporting information. Letters of authenticity are as good as the information and warranties contained within them.
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