Powers Sports Memorabilia Autograph Blog

Barry Bonds’ memorabilia market may finally be heating up. With new Topps autographs generating collector interest, limited supplies of quality signed memorabilia, and the possibility of a future Hall of Fame induction, could one of baseball’s greatest—and most controversial—players still be undervalued?

What is the best pen for getting a sports card autographed? From blue Sharpies to Posca, DecoColor, Molotow and fine-tip Staedtler pens, the right choice depends on the card, signing space, inscriptions and your final goal. Learn which autograph pens we use at Powers Sports Memorabilia and how to prep glossy cards like Panini Prizm and Topps Chrome for cleaner signatures.

Why do autograph signings get canceled after collectors have already sent in their items? From travel delays and injuries to job changes, medical issues, scheduling problems, and even money disputes, there are plenty of reasons a signing may fall apart. Here is what really happens behind the scenes and why some signings eventually have to be canceled.

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Discover simple ways to display autographed jerseys, baseballs, footballs, basketballs, photos, and sports cards while keeping your collection protected.

Learn how to safely ship sports cards, jerseys, helmets, baseballs, footballs, photos, tickets and other memorabilia with proper packaging and protection.

Learn the proper way to handle autographed sports memorabilia, why you should never clean or touch a signature, and what can sometimes be done when an autograph is smudged during a signing.

Learn how to preserve autographed sports memorabilia for the long term by protecting signatures from sunlight, temperature changes, humidity, improper handling, and other common causes of damage.

Learn how to safely display and frame autographed jerseys, cards, footballs, basketballs, and other sports memorabilia while helping protect autographs from sunlight, UV exposure, and improper framing.

Temperature and humidity can affect autographs and collectibles over time. Learn where to safely store signed jerseys, baseballs, cards, photos and other sports memorabilia.

UV light and prolonged light exposure can damage autographs and sports memorabilia over time. Learn how UV-protected display cases and framing can help protect signed jerseys, baseballs, footballs, photos, cards and more.

Learn how to properly store autographed sports memorabilia and protect jerseys, baseballs, cards, photos, and helmets from sunlight, humidity, heat, and other environmental damage.