Authentic Nfl Helmet

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Any collector of sports memorabilia knows that anything that has to do with old-time baseball wins hands down to any other sport. Of course, it's been around the longest with the bubble gum cards, the bats, the balls and anything and everything that can be autographed. Let's face it, I haven't seen any pricey tennis, golf or horse racing trading cards anywhere. Have you?

Now, as far as NFL merchandise that's vintage and carries a steep price tag? I would have to say the autographed and authentically worn football jersey from any Hall of Fame player or superstar would be top of the list. The current card that holds the ranks is a mint or near mint condition of a 1948 Sammy Baugh card, racking in about $500,000 if you happen to own one that is of pristine condition. A 1935 National Chicle #34 Bronko Nagurski card was sold at an auction in 2008 in almost mint condition for $66,354.

When you get into the jerseys department, most of the items range from $300 up to $2,000 depending on the player of course, how long he played, if he's in the Hall of Fame and if it's just a signed jersey instead of one that was actually worn during games, which usually ends up being the case. Helmets are pretty much in the same price category and again, rarely do you find one that's all scuffed and worn from banging heads in the trenches, so the item itself is just something someone autographed and not actually used at any time. Super Bowl coins and photomints can be expensive as well since the coins are usually gold or silver and actually are worth something the longer you hang onto them and are somewhat rare and only so many were made just like trading cards. Footballs work just like jerseys and helmets. Most are just never used game balls and signed but every now and then you can find an actual game ball that was used in college or a pro game garnering a superstar's name. The price shifts a few hundred to a few thousand easily when it's an actual ball used in the game itself rather than a ball that was just pulled out of a bag sitting over on the sideline.

There's a lot to look for when buying NFL memorabilia, or any memorabilia. The rarer it is, the older it is, the less quantity of the item there is makes a huge difference when buying or selling. Being in the computer age, one has to be very careful of "fakes" and replicas as well since the technology is advanced enough to pull off counterfeits. Don't be fooled.

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Jerome Bettis Autographed Helmet - Authentic $612 Jerome Bettis Autographed Helmet - Authentic Jerome Bettis Pittsburgh Steelers Proline NFL Helmet Comes fully certified with a Athletic Promotional Events certificate of authenticity.

Earl Morrall Baltimore Colts NFL Authentic Autographed Full Size Helmet $359.95 A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this Earl Morrall autographed Baltimore Colts NFL helmet.

Warren Moon, Houston Oilers NFL Authentic Autographed Full Size Helmet $419.95 A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this Warren Moon autographed Houston Oilers NFL helmet.

Daryl Lamonica, Oakland Raiders NFL Authentic Autographed Full Size Helmet $329.95 A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this Daryle Lamonica autographed Oakland Raiders NFL helmet.

Joe Greene Signed Helmet - Authentic $496.4 Joe Greene Signed Helmet - Authentic Joe Greene Pittsburgh Steelers Authentic NFL Helmet with HOF 87 Inscription Comes fully certified with a Athletic Promotional Events certificate of authenticity.

Autographed Joe Montana Helmet - Authentic $668 Autographed Joe Montana Helmet - Authentic This authentic Riddell Pro-Line helmet was hand signed by 2-time NFL MVP and 4-time Super Bowl champ, Joe Montana. This helmet was hand signed by Joe January 14th, 2011 in Biloxi, Mississippi at a private signing had with Joe. The helmet was signed in blue sharpie and the helmet and autograph are in mint condition. Joe also added the inscription HOF 2000. This helmet is accompanied with a certificate of authenticity and matching tamper proof holograms on the helmet and certificate. The helmet also comes with a 4x6 photo of Joe signing our helmets to insure authenticity. This helmet also has the Joe Montana hologram which is included on any of Joe's authentic signed items.

Cade McNown NFL Chicago Bears Autographed Authentic Football Helmet $462.4 Enjoy this item featuring the Cade McNown of the NFL Chicago Bears. The perfect gift for any UCLA Bruins fan!A Certificate of Authenticity is included with each autographed authentic helmet.

Deuce McAllister, New Orleans Saints NFL Authentic Autographed Mini Helmet $148.33 A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this Deuce McAllister autographed New Orleans Saints NFL helmet.

Kellen Clemens Jets Authentic Helmet $500.98 Kellen Clemens Jets Authentic Helmet Kellen Clemens was selected by the NY Jets 49th overall in the second round of the 2006 NFL Draft and is considered to be the the Jets Quarterback of the future. This NY Jets Full Size Authentic Helmet has been hand signed by Kellen and comes complete with a Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity. rn

Autographed Dan Marino Helmet - Authentic $479.44 Autographed Dan Marino Helmet - Authentic DOLPHINS DAN MARINO SIGNED AUTHENTIC FS NFL HELMET PSAEvery signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

Steve Young Signed Helmet - Authentic $599 Steve Young Signed Helmet - Authentic San Francisco 49ers helmet autographed by Steve Young This official game helmet is signed by the leader of the 49ers who led them to victorious Super Bowls as well as being named and NFL MVP.

Franco Harris Autographed Helmet - Authentic $601.19 Franco Harris Autographed Helmet - Authentic Franco Harris signed Pittsburgh Steelers Authentic helmet. Franco has signed this helmet and added 4X Super Bowl Champs. Super Bowl Champion in IX, X, XIII and XIV. First Round Pick by the Steelers in 1972 NFL Draft and was a 9x Pro Bowl Selection. Signed and inscribed authentic helmet comes with Certificate of Authenticity and matching hologram by Famous Ink Autographs and Sports Memorabilia.

Tennessee Titans unsigned Authentic Proline Riddell Helmet $260.52 Tennessee Titans unsigned Authentic Proline Riddell Helmet Tennessee Titans Full Size Authentic helmet made by Riddell is an authentic game style helmet. This is the same helmet that is worn on the field. It is great for autographs or to display in the home or office. Officially licensed NFL product.

Detroit Lions NFL Riddell Revolution Authentic Full Size Football Helmet $235.71 The Revolution debuted in 2002 and is now the NFL helmet of choice on fields everywhere. Extended Tru-Curve size large shell, Isolator Face Guard System, polyvinyl-coated G2BR face mask, 4-pt. chinstrap. Official Detroit Lions colors and decals. Not to be used for play. Approximately 10" tall.Please note this is the CURRENT style of NFL Revolution Authentic Pro Line Helmet for this team.

Earl Campbell Autographed Helmet - Authentic $651.29 Earl Campbell Autographed Helmet - Authentic Earl Campbell & Ricky Williams dual signed Texas Longhorns Full Size authentic pro helmet with dual Heisman insc's. Campbell is the 1977 Heisman Trophy winner and #1 overall pick in the 1978 NFL Draft. Williams is the 1998 Heisman Trophy winner as well as the Associated Press College Player of the Year in 1998. Signed helmet with inscriptions comes with Famous Ink Autographs and Sports Memorabilia Certificate of Authenticity with matching hologram.

John Elway Autographed Helmet - Authentic $552.5 John Elway Autographed Helmet - Authentic Throwback helmet signed by the best ever to suite up for the Denver Broncos. This is a full size Authentic Helmet similar to the one he wore in 1994 (NFL's 75th Annivesary). He personally signed this at a private signing and includes his personal hologram and our notarized certificate of authenticity as well as a photo of him signing.

Elvin Bethea Houston Oilers NFL Authentic Autographed Helmet with HOF 03 Inscription $323.95 A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this Elvin Bethea autographed Houston Oilers NFL helmet.

Joe Theismann Autographed Washington Redskins Authentic NFL Helmet with MVP 83 Inscription $383.95 A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this Joe Theismann autographed Washington Redskins NFL helmet.

NFL Shield Deluxe Replica Helmet $109.99 NFL Shield Deluxe Replica Helmet A full-size helmet at a fraction of the cost. This medium size shell comes in official team colors, uses the same steel, polyvinyl-coated Z2B facemask as an authentic VSR4 On-Field helmet. Interior padding is decorative, not functional. 2-pt chinstrap. Not to be used for play. Approx. 9.5" tall.

Troy Aikman Dallas Cowboys Autographed Riddell Authentic Mini NFL Football Helmet $290 These helmets feature authentic team colors and decals and are complete with facemask and padding. A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this Autographed NFL Troy Aikman Dallas Cowboys Mini-Helmet.

Signed Eli Manning Helmet - Authentic $551.09 Signed Eli Manning Helmet - Authentic Eli Manning signed New York Giants pro helmet. Eli was the #1 pick in the 2004 NFL draft. Super Bowl XLII champion and Super Bowl XLII MVP. Played college at Ole Miss and had 10,119 passing yards which is fifth on the SEC career list. Signed pro helmet comes with hologram and Certificate of Authenticity from Famous Ink Sports Memorabilia and Autographs.

New York Jets (1965-1977) Riddell NFL Authentic Throwback Pro Line Full Size Football Helmet (Namath Era) $346 This New York Jets authentic NFL helmet is a new helmet made with the old style decal, old style heavy three bar gray face mask and complete with padding. They are great as a collectible and perfect for autographs of past players.

Paul Hornung Autographed Helmet - Authentic $407.48 Paul Hornung Autographed Helmet - Authentic Paul Hornung could do it all. After a college career at Notre Dame in which he excelled at both basketball and football, the 1956 Heisman Trophy winner entered the NFL and quickly made his mark with the Green Bay Packers. Hornung put up big stats as a running back, receiver, kicker and occasional passer over the years and earned numerous awards, including NFL Player of the Year honors in 1960 and 1961 and enshrinement in the Hall of Fame in 1986. Paul Hornung has hand signed this Notre Dame Fighting Irish Full Size Authentic Helmet with 56H inscription. Certificate of Authenticity.

Rex Grossman Autographed Helmet - Authentic $346.02 Rex Grossman Autographed Helmet - Authentic The Chicago Bears selected quarterback Rex Grossman during the first round of the 2003 NFL Draft. Grossman played college football at the University of Florida, where he set multiple school passing records, was a finalist for the Heisman Trophy, and received national recognition. After overcoming a variety of injuries, Grossman emerged as an NFL star in 2006 and led the Bears all the way to the Super Bowl. Rex Grossman has hand signed this Florida Gators Authentic Full Size Helmet. Steiner Sports Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity.

Signed Brett Favre Helmet - Authentic $494.32 Signed Brett Favre Helmet - Authentic Brett Favre has been one of the best quarterbacks to ever play the game since he first stepped onto the turf in 1992. Since first being named the starter of the Green Bay Packers, he has never missed a game. He is currently in first place for the most consecutive starts by a quarterback in the NFL and one of only five quarterbacks to have started over 100 consecutive games in NFL history. Favre is the NFL's only three-time MVP in NFL history and was selected to 11 Pro Bowls. Brett Favre has hand autographed this Minnesota Vikings Proline Authentic Helmet. Favre Hologram, Photo of Signing, and Certificate of Authenticity.

O. J. Simpson, Buffalo Bills Official Riddell Pro Line Autographed Authentic Full Size Throwback NFL Football Helmet $450 These helmets are the authentic helmets worn by the players. These are not Replicas or "look alikes". A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this Autographed NFL O. J. Simpson NFL Buffalo Bills Helmet

Ashley Lelie signed Hawaii Authentic Mini Helmet $65.46 Ashley Lelie signed Hawaii Authentic Mini Helmet Ashley Lelie was drafted by the Denver Broncos 19th overall in the 2002 NFL Draft. He played college football at Hawaii. Ashley Lelie has hand autographed this Hawaii Authentic Mini Helmet. GTSM Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity.

Chris Brown Signed Mini Helmet - Authentic $33.4 Chris Brown Signed Mini Helmet - Authentic Chris Brown was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 3rd round of the 2003 NFL Draft. Chris Brown has hand autographed this Tennessee Titans Authentic Riddell mini helmet. Certificate of Authenticity. Private Signing with Sports Memorabilia, in Nashville Tennessee on November 23, 2004.

Len Dawson Autographed Kansas City Chiefs Authentic Mini Football Helmet $111.67 Len Dawson hand autographed Kansas City Chiefs (NFL) Authentic Mini Helmet. Certificate of Authenticity from Athlon Sports.

Gale Sayers Autographed Authentic Chicago Bears Mini Football Helmet $149.95 Gale Sayers hand autographed Chicago Bears (NFL) Throwback Authentic Riddell mini helmet. APE Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity.

Mark Bavaro Autographed Helmet- Authentic $499.99 Mark Bavaro Autographed Helmet- Authentic Mark Bavaro spent nine years in the NFL as one of the league's best tight ends. Over the course of his career he played for the New York Giants Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles making his greatest mark with the Big Blue as he helped guide them to two Super Bowls (in 1986 and 1990) and was twice named to the Pro Bowl. But it all started at Notre Dame where Bavaro during his college years was a standout for the Fighting Irish. Mark Bavaro has hand signed this authentic Notre Dame football helmet which comes complete with a Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity.

Autographed Jim Brown Helmet - Authentic $456.91 Autographed Jim Brown Helmet - Authentic Jim Brown was taken in the first round of the 1956 draft by the Cleveland Browns. He was the first player ever to reach the 100-rushing-touchdowns milestone. Brown holds the record at 5, for total seasons leading the NFL in all-purpose yards. Brown retired far ahead of the second-leading rusher and remains the league's eighth all-time leading rusher, and is still the Cleveland Browns all-time leading rusher and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971. Jim Brown has hand autographed this Cleveland Browns RK Riddell Authentic Throwback Helmet with HOF 71 Inscription. James Spence Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity.

Buffalo Bills NFL Authentic Speed Revolution Full Size Helmet from Riddell $208.99 The Riddell Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet is the helmet that NFL teams use on the field. With a distinctive, aggressive shell design, the Speed Revolution helmet is being adopted by premier athletes at a furious pace. The Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet is designed with the following features:Extended mandible (jaw area) protectionSteel polyvinyl-coated face mask that provides greater visibilityIntegrated face mask attachment with Quick Release System4-point ChinstrapElliptical air ventsIncreased internal paddingThis officially licensed Buffalo Bills helmet is great for autographs and features the team logo decals on both sides. Helmet size is 13.5"(L) x 9.75"(W) x 10.25"(H).Please note this is a Representative image. Actual helmet will feature Buffalo Bills colors and logo.THIS HELMET IS NOT TO BE USED FOR PLAY.The Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet from Riddell is available for all 32 NFL teams.

Adrian Peterson Autographed Full Size Authentic Minnesota Vikings Football Helmet $524.95 Adrian Peterson hand autographed Minnesota Vikings (NFL) Authentic Proline Helmet. Adrian Peterson Authentic Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity from Athlon Sports.

Barry Sanders Autographed Helmet - Authentic $494.32 Barry Sanders Autographed Helmet - Authentic Barry Sanders was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1989. In 1997, Sanders had his greatest season ever, when he rushed for a career-high 2,053 yards. In Sanders' career, he achieved Pro Bowl status in all of his 10 seasons as a pro. Sanders was named first team All-Pro eight times from 1989–1991 and 1993–1997 and was named second team All-Pro twice in 1992 and 1998. Sanders was also named All-NFC from 1989-1992 to 1994-1997. Sanders was named NFL Rookie of the Year in '89, Offensive Player of the Year in '94 and '97, NFL MVP in '97, and was named to the 1990s NFL All-Decade team. Barry Sanders has hand autographed this Detroit Lions Riddell Proline helmet. Barry Sanders Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity.

Arizona Cardinals NFL Authentic Speed Revolution Full Size Helmet from Riddell $238.57 The Riddell Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet is the helmet that NFL teams use on the field. With a distinctive, aggressive shell design, the Speed Revolution helmet is being adopted by premier athletes at a furious pace. The Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet is designed with the following features:Extended mandible (jaw area) protectionSteel polyvinyl-coated face mask that provides greater visibilityIntegrated face mask attachment with Quick Release System4-point ChinstrapElliptical air ventsIncreased internal paddingThis officially licensed Arizona Cardinals helmet is great for autographs and features the team logo decals on both sides. Helmet size is 13.5"(L) x 9.75"(W) x 10.25"(H).THIS HELMET IS NOT TO BE USED FOR PLAY.The Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet from Riddell is available for all 32 NFL teams.

Atlanta Falcons NFL Authentic Speed Revolution Full Size Helmet from Riddell $208.99 The Riddell Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet is the helmet that NFL teams use on the field. With a distinctive, aggressive shell design, the Speed Revolution helmet is being adopted by premier athletes at a furious pace. The Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet is designed with the following features:Extended mandible (jaw area) protectionSteel polyvinyl-coated face mask that provides greater visibilityIntegrated face mask attachment with Quick Release System4-point ChinstrapElliptical air ventsIncreased internal paddingThis officially licensed Atlanta Falcons helmet is great for autographs and features the team logo decals on both sides. Helmet size is 13.5"(L) x 9.75"(W) x 10.25"(H).THIS HELMET IS NOT TO BE USED FOR PLAY.The Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet from Riddell is available for all 32 NFL teams.

Cleveland Browns NFL Authentic Speed Revolution Full Size Helmet from Riddell $208.99 The Riddell Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet is the helmet that NFL teams use on the field. With a distinctive, aggressive shell design, the Speed Revolution helmet is being adopted by premier athletes at a furious pace. The Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet is designed with the following features:Extended mandible (jaw area) protectionSteel polyvinyl-coated face mask that provides greater visibilityIntegrated face mask attachment with Quick Release System4-point ChinstrapElliptical air ventsIncreased internal paddingThis officially licensed Cleveland Browns helmet is great for autographs and features the team logo decals on both sides. Helmet size is 13.5"(L) x 9.75"(W) x 10.25"(H).THIS HELMET IS NOT TO BE USED FOR PLAY.The Authentic Speed Revolution Helmet from Riddell is available for all 32 NFL teams.

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