Do autographs and inscriptions increase the value of game used items?
That depends on the item and the collector. Many game used collectors are very particular in that the item must be the way it came off the field – to alter it in any way (i.e. adding an autograph), can devalue it greatly in their eyes. Other collectors swear by adding that extra layer of “authenticity” to a game used bat or jersey. Autographs can also fade or bleed, if not handles, stored or displayed correctly, which is another factor to consider. However, there are plenty of items which can be enhanced by the autograph of an elite player, or a player who reached a particular milestone – “on field” items, such as baseballs, bases, pitching rubbers and home plates are good examples of this.
