Hi Kathryn,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

Signed Joe Paterno photos can hold significant value, particularly for sports memorabilia collectors and Penn State fans. The value depends on factors like authenticity, condition, and rarity. His legacy as a legendary college football coach adds historical importance, though controversies surrounding him and the Jerry Sandusky child abuse scandal can affect demand.

The market currently gives priority and preference to any sports collectible authenticated and graded by any of a small number of authentication services; Joe Paterno photos that are not graded usually sell for less than $100; those that are graded and authenticated can command $200 or more depending on age, condition and if the photo depicts a particularly noteworthy or significant game.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

Three autographed Joe Paterno black and white photos
circa 1970
Three black and white photos of Penn State coach Joe Paterno, all signed "Thanks, Joe"
Each 12 by 18 inches
CONDITION: These photos are ungraded but appear to be in generally good condition with some minor toning and curling at the edges.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ 150-225 for the group of three*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia