Signed WWE Wrestling Memorabilia Authentication

Signed Wrestling Memorabilia

Signed wrestling memorabilia can be extremely valuable. The good news is that this is the perfect moment to buy such items. At the moment, wrestling collectibles and memorabilia are not very expensive. However, if you make the right choice, your item can increase its value tenfold over time. Of course, this means you should do your homework thoroughly because some items are better than others.

In this blog post, we will show you a few things to keep in mind when you are on the market for wrestling memorabilia. However, we would advise you to consult a professional like Maniac Joe before you make a purchase – especially if the item you wish to buy is expensive. You can save a lot of trouble and money by getting your sports collectibles from reputable dealers.

Authentication Companies

The first thing you need to look at before buying a piece of wrestling memorabilia is the authentication. Has the item been authenticated by a renowned company like PSA, JSA or Beckett? While we do agree that there are many original items that have not yet been authenticated, you are at risk of buying a fake. Believe it or not, there are plenty of fakes out there when it comes to wrestling memorabilia.

If an item is authenticated, it must be tagged and must come with a Letter of Authenticity with a matching serial number. Be careful to check the serial number on the memorabilia against the serial number on the LOA.

The Wrestler and the Autograph Condition

Assuming the memorabilia is authenticated, the next step is to make sure your investment has growth potential (unless you are buying the memorabilia for the personal pleasure of owning it). Generally speaking, wrestling memorabilia that is rare or unique has the best chance of increasing its value fairly quickly.

In addition, you should keep in mind that memorabilia from wrestlers who have just retired or have passed away recently usually increases in value relatively quickly. Memorabilia from wrestlers who didn’t like being in the spotlight (and who have consequently signed relatively few autographs) is usually considered rare. The price for these items will most likely go up.

Another thing to keep in mind when shopping around for wrestling autographs is the presence of inscriptions. Inscriptions celebrating an important achievement (like “400 matches won”) can make memorabilia unique. These items will not only hold on to their value, but also command a higher price in a couple of years.

What to Buy and From Where?

So, what should you buy and from where? Because you are probably not an expert in wrestling memorabilia, we would advise you to buy only items authenticated by a reputable company. However, remember that not even a Letter of Authenticity can guarantee the authenticity of the items. Yes, there have been autographs so well faked that they managed to fool even some experts. 

This is why we also encourage people who are relatively new to wrestling memorabilia to purchase their items from a reliable dealer. You don’t risk buying a fake autograph and, in many cases, the prices are lower than those you find on the Internet. Only after you gain some experience should you try to find hidden gems on Amazon or eBay, or at auction houses.

Don’t Know What to Buy?

Maniac Joe can help you decide what you should buy if you want to invest in signed wrestling memorabilia. He has more than 20 years in business, as well as a huge collection of authentic autographs and licensed products for sale. At ManiacJoe.com, you can find plenty of unique wrestling collectibles and wrestling memorabilia.