For more than two decades, Steve Grad has been at the forefront of autograph authentication. As the principal autograph authenticator for PSA/DNA and Beckett Authentication, he helped shape and develop the authentication services at two of the industry’s most recognized companies.
His expertise has been featured in more than 125 episodes of the History Channel’s Pawn Stars, establishing him as one of the most recognized autograph experts in the business.
Now, that experience has a name: Grad Authentication.
Grad Authentication is an independent autograph authentication service providing collectors, dealers, and auction houses with trusted expert opinions, efficient turnaround times, and modern certification options.
This is the next chapter in Steve Grad’s career—combining decades of hands-on expertise with a more direct, accessible approach to serving today’s collecting community.

We 100% Guarantee the Authenticity of all pieces and in some cases the signing date and information is provided for the buyer. All pieces are Beckett Certified unless noted and are guaranteed authentic. They include Beckett's tamper-proof serial-numbered hologram with a QR code to quickly verify the authenticity in the Beckett online database. We are also a RACC Trusted Seller.

A renowned expert in his field and a professional autograph authenticator since 2002. Grad has authenticated many of the finest pieces in the entertainment, music, history and sports collectible hobby including the Beatles first contract, the highest-graded Babe Ruth single-signed baseball, the only known Joe Jackson signed photograph and numerous other high-end pieces.

When you buy from us, rest assured you are getting the real deal. Authentic, one-of-a-kind signed memorabilia from the personal Collection of Steve Grad. If you are looking for something specific that you do not see here on our website, please reach out to us directly as we may have it in the Collection or we can possibly source it for you.
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