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Method and apparatus for authenticating unique items such as sports memorabilia

  • US 6,839,453 B1
  • Filed: 05/16/2000
  • Issued: 01/04/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/16/2000
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for authenticating an item on which a signature is imprinted by an autographer, the method comprising:

  • using a camera to capture an image of the signature that is created by a writing instrument as the signature is being imprinted on an item;

    transmitting an input signal from a computer external to the camera and the writing instrument;

    receiving an input signal from the computer at the camera;

    generating a triggering signal to initiate capture of the image by the camera after receiving the input signal from the computer;

    transmitting the image from the camera;

    storing the image on a computer readable medium; and

    electronically categorizing the image according to signing related information, wherein the camera is physically coupled to the writing instrument.

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