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The UK's Oldest Established Autograph Opinion and Authentication Service
Often referred to as the "King of Autographs" after Chris Evans used the phrase on his BBC Radio show, Garry King offers a Quick Opinion service by email for almost any signature, including Music, Film/TV, Historical, Space, Royalty etc. Almost any signature other than modern day football.
Why Choose Garry King?
His credentials include:
Over 35 years' professional experience.
The UK's first and Longest-Running Quick Opinion service (established over 20 years ago).
UACC Dealer of the Year (2000).
UACC President's Quality Award (2006).
AFTAL Dealer of the Year (2011).
UACC Registered Dealer and Collector Approved Verified Member.
Expert witness in numerous UK autograph fraud prosecutions, helping secure convictions in several high-profile cases.
Regular appearances on BBC, ITV, Sky TV, Fake Britain, The One Show, Pawn Stars UK, Bargain Hunt and many other television and radio programmes.
Garry also advises collectors, auction houses, dealers, police and Trading Standards on autograph authenticity.
Choosing an Authentication Service
Be cautious when choosing an authenticator.
Ask yourself:
Do they provide full, verifiable business contact details?
Are they open about who they are and their experience?
Will they authenticate an item without physically examining it?
Remember, a certificate is only as good as the expertise behind it.
How the Process Works
Every item must first go through our Quick Opinion service.
Simply use the payment option first.
You will get our email address once you have paid.
Then send us the details of the item you want checked.
Two or more signatures on the same item? maximum £29.90.
Payment must be made before sending any images.
We are unable to provide opinions or valuations by telephone.
If your item passes Quick Opinion, we will then provide a quotation for full authentication.
Full Authentication
Full authentication starts at £29.95 and includes:
A detailed Letter of Authenticity with image of the item.
A numbered security hologram on both the item and the accompanying letter.
Our Letters of Authenticity are accepted by many leading UK auction houses, including Propstore, Chiswick Auctions, Omega Auctions, Excalibur Auctions and Bishop & Miller and many other lesser known auction houses. We are happy to advise on a suitable auction house for your item if you need any help.
Why We Require You To Use The Quick Opinion First
Around 75% of the items submitted to us—many purchased through online marketplaces such as eBay or Etsy—prove not to be genuine.
Our Quick Opinion service helps prevent unnecessary postage costs and ensures that only suitable items are submitted for full authentication.
And Lastly
Please pay first after which you will receive our email with details of what to do next.
We cannot accept framed items, 3D memorabilia, Funko Pops, footballs or slabbed items for postal authentication.
We are currently unable to accept items sent from outside the UK, and if you have a question, try here first.
Please pay first after which you will receive our email with details of what to do next.
We cannot accept framed items, 3D memorabilia, Funko Pops, footballs or slabbed items for postal authentication.
We are currently unable to accept items sent from outside the UK, and if you have a question, try here first.
⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING REGARDING FRAUD
It has come to my attention that a fraudulent company is using my name (spelt incorrectly with only one "R") to issue fake Certificates of Authenticity (COAs) for signed football shirts.Please note: I do not authenticate signed football shirts for the public, and I never have done. If you see anyone claiming I advise or work with them on football memorabilia, please report them to me immediately.
It has come to my attention that a fraudulent company is using my name (spelt incorrectly with only one "R") to issue fake Certificates of Authenticity (COAs) for signed football shirts.