Gavin Hastings hand signed rugby photo - The Flying Scotsman

Authenticity is everything

A1 Sporting Memorabilia recognises that authenticity is of paramount importance when purchasing signed memorabilia. Every product we sell is from an organised signing session, where the authenticity of the item is guaranteed. If we are unable to arrange an organised signing session with a sporting superstar, then signed items from that individual will not be available from us. We will only ever sell original signatures to our customers - we will never sell copies, facsimiles or reproductions of original signatures.

Certificate of Authenticity

Every signed product is issued with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by our Managing Director, which guarantees that every item has been hand-signed. The certificate includes many security features to avoid duplication and protect your investment.

Security Features

1. Quality of printing & paper

The printed lines and colours of the many intricate patterns on our Certificate of Authenticity are sharp, clear and free of smudges or blurred edges. The paper is high quality, textured and of a heavier weight than normal paper.

2. Integrated image

Each Certificate of Authenticity also includes either an example image of the product or a small photo of the individual signing the product.

*Images are for illustration purposes only and the product/signature location & size my differ slightly.

3. Hologram seal

A security bespoke A1 Sporting Memorabilia hologram seal that shimmers and animates when tilted is included on every Certificate of Authenticity.

4. Online verification

The name and authentication code of every item is printed onto every Certificate of Authenticity. By entering the authentication code into the A1 Sporting Memorabilia website you will be able to view more detailed images of the signed item, a detailed description and if available photos of the individual signing the item.

5. Signed by Managing Director

Every single Certificate of Authenticity is also signed by Terry Baker or Freda H. Baker - the directors of A1 Sporting Memorabilia to guarantee that the item is genuine and hand signed.

A1 Signing Sessions

We have conducted hundreds of signing sessions with legends from the sporting world including Pele, Frank Bruno, Shane Warne and Martin Johnson. We have exclusive memorabilia contracts with Sir Geoff Hurst and Jimmy Greaves - both of whom are shareholders in A1 Sporting Memorabilia - Martin Peters, Gordon Banks, Sir Henry Cooper and many others.

A1 Sporting Memorabilia is also the sole supplier of all official authenticated merchandise bearing Pele's signature, having recently signed an exclusive four-year deal with the legend.

Should you have any questions, simply contact our friendly and knowledgeable customer services team, who will respond within 48 hours.

Specialist Framing Option

We offer a specialist framing service for all our products. After your purchase the item is sent directly to the framers where it is expertly mounted and framed to create a striking presentation of sports memorabilia.

Because of the additional specialist work involved with framing please allow 10 working days for delivery of framed items.

We offer either Standard or Premium framing options for signed shirts and prints, the differences between each and example images are shown below:

Standard shirt framing

• Basic black frame with silver inlay
• Title box with the name & description
• Basic flat shirt mount
• Hand crafted frames by skilled framers

Example of our standard shirt framing:

Premium shirt framing

• Premium black frame with gold inlay
• Textured black background
• Title box with the name & description
• 3D style shirt mount with sleeves exposed
• Integrated photos of the sport star in action
• Hand crafted frames by skilled framers
• Made in the UK using premium materials
• Museum quality build
• Visually stunning & protective

Example of our premium shirt framing:

Standard UK Delivery - £5.95 (Small items)

Orders sent via our standard delivery service are sent via Royal Mail Recorded Delivery. We aim to dispatch all UK orders within 2 working days.

Standard UK Delivery - £14.95 (Large items)

Some of our larger items are dispatched using a courier service due to their size, weight and value.

Additional delivery charges apply for an address in the Scottish Highlands, Channel Islands and Isle of Man.

International Delivery

All international items are dispatched using either Airsure, or International Signed For. You will usually receive your item within 10 working days. Fees are calculated at the checkout dependant on size, weight and destination.

We require a signature for all packages that we send out. If you are not at home in the day, we recommend getting your order delivered to a work address. If you are not in when a delivery is attempted, the parcel will be taken to your nearest postal sorting depot. A card will be left with instructions on how to retrieve it.

We are not responsible for any customs duties, taxes or levies on international orders. We do not expect there to be any additional charges for international orders but we recommend that you check with your local customs officials or post office for further information.