Authentication Process

AUTHENTICATION PROCESS

A Heroes & Legends hologram (HLXXXXX) is your guarantee that a H&L representative was present and witnessed the item as it was signed. These tamper evident labels are affixed to the signed item, generally positioned so that the hologram is visible along with the signature (e.g. photos, jerseys). For some items the hologram will be placed on the backside of the signed piece for better visual effect (e.g. pucks, balls, helmets).

All signed items with a H&L hologram comes with a Heroes & Legends certificate of authenticity (COA) which guarantees the authenticity of the signature and provides access to the Heores & Legends database. A H&L hologram and COA may also be used when the signed item has been authenticated by a reputable third-party authenticator, is validated in their database, but where the corresponding COA has been lost or misplaced.

Each signed item is registered in the Heroes & Legends database via its HL number, a description of the autographed item, name of the signee and the authentication date.

 H&L Step-by-Step Authentication Process Includes:

• The collectible is signed in the presence of a Heroes & Legends representative
• A tamper evident hologram is affixed to the items
• Each item is assigned a unique certification number- EXAMPLE. HLXXXXX
• Each item is accompanied with a COA card
• All items are entered into the Heroes & Legends database and can be verified via online inquiry at HeroesandLegendsCOA@gmail.com
• When requested, a letter of authenticity is provided for any signed item in the H&L database

Whenever possible, photos of the athlete signing are taken by a Heroes & Legends representative as additional documentation of the signature. Copies of signings photos may be available via verification inquiry.

Heroes & Legends Hologram

A Heroes & Legends tamper evident hologram is affixed to each signed collectible. Items numbered 1001-20000 are authenticated using a silver H&L hologram. Items numbered 20001 and above are authenticated using a gold H&L hologram.

Heroes & Legends COA

A certificate of authenticity (COA) is provided with each signed item. The COA guarantees the authenticity of the signed item via the numbered H&L hologram. The H&L number, authentication date, description of the item and signee are registered in the H&L database.

 

Heroes & Legends Letter of Authenticity

Individuals requesting verification of a signature will be provided with a letter of authenticity which includes the H&L number, authentication date, a description of the item and name of the signee. When possible, a photo of the athlete signing is provided upon request.