As one of the autograph industy's pioneers as a professional authenticator, Steve's experience in depth and breadth predates the new rash of authenticating companies that have recently appeared in the hobby. Many years ago he won first prize for his educational article concerning autograph reference books, and has authored numerous articles and books on the subject of signatures and signature verification. Most all the major auction houses, dealers and collectors in the autograph community have requested his assistance. His actual signature on each and every certificate is your assurance that he personally inspected your item; there is no mystery as to who has done the authentication work. .