How much is an autographed baseball hat by John Smoltz worth?

Answer 1

A "smudged" signature will sell far below the market value of a signature in excellent -near/mint condition.

Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the Baseball.

The most important factor on the value of a signature providing that the signature is authentic is the condition of both the item signed, and the signature. The signature should be strong, and bold, as opposed to faded and hard to see.

Value will be determined by the condition (grade) of the signature, the sharpness, clarity, and how well the signature displays overall. Blue ballpoint pen would be most preferred over sharpie which tends to "bleed" or "smudge" on a baseball. The Ballpoint pen would render a sharp signature as opposed to a thick "sloppy" Sharpie signature.

What ever ink used, it will "smudge" if improperly handled before it is fully dry. Displaying the signature in a room with high humidity could moisten the ink and cause "smudgeing"

Once an autograph has faded or "Smudged" the best you can do is stop further damage by investing in a U/V protective display case. Try to find a Display case with 50% U/V protection. Keep it away from sun light, and chalk it up to experience. Most important never retrace a signature. I have been asked this question many times. A baseball with light or faded signatures will be worth more than one that has been traced. The signatures will be worthless. The Ideal conditions for display would be indirect lighting, at a room temperature of 65 - 70 degrees, and 50% humidity. Always check your signatures periodically for signs of fading or deterioration, and avoid excessive handling.

Answer 2

John Smoltz Signed Baseball Card

A John Smoltz autographed baseball card is worth between $30. -$40. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.

In general, collectors of baseball cards would rather have a baseball card without the signature. The signature would be considered as a flaw in the condition of the card and will lower the value. If the signature has a lower value than the card it will lower the value of the card. The un-signed card will have a higher value.

Answer 3

A John Smoltz single signed baseball is worth about $45.-$60. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. Add for inscriptions. In a group of recent auctions (4/2009) a John Smoltz single signed baseball sold at a high of $82.00.

Answer 4

A John Smoltz autographed baseball card is worth between $30. -$40. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.

Collectible items could add value to the price of a signature but not always. As in the case of a baseball card, generally collectors of baseball cards would rather have a baseball card without the signature. The signature would be considered as a flaw in the condition of the card and will lower the value.

A collector of signatures will not always pay extra for the "collectible" baseball card. The autograph collectors main concern is displaying the signature. This is why it is not a good idea to have an expensive baseball card signed. You could devalue the price of the card, and get less for it.

Once a collectible baseball card is signed the value of the card dramatically goes down as a collectible. The card then becomes an Item to display the signature. The bulk of the value relies on the value of the signature of the player that signed the card, and how well the card displays the signature.

In general a signed baseball card is worth about 30% - 40% the price of a signed baseball or the same price of a signed 8 x 10 photo. A high valued card can add some value.

Answer 5

John Smoltz single signed baseball

A John Smoltz single signed baseball is worth about $45.-$60.

Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. Add for inscriptions.

Answer 6

John Smoltz single signed baseballA John Smoltz single signed baseball is worth about $45.-$60. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. Add for inscriptions.Collectors will pay more for inscriptions such as "HOF" and pay less for personalized inscriptions like "Good Luck Chuck" Signatures authenticated by Steiner sports, or MLB with attached hologram sell at the higher price.

Answer 7

John Smoltz autographed baseball hat can sell for hundreds of dollars at auction. The value of memorabilia is determined by what a person is willing to pay to own it.