by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Popular Topics, Celebrity Autographs
Because of his sudden death, and subsequent brief career, autographed photos of Heath Ledger are in short supply, but the demand is high. Depending on the photo signed, prices run from around $300 to almost $1000. Care must be taken, however. Because of his death before the release of “The Dark Knight”, many forgeries on stills from this movie have flooded the market, and many consumers have paid top dollar for a worthless item. It is crucial that the signature be authenticated to ensure that the asking price is justified. A reputable seller will have no hesitation with providing a letter of authenticity.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Popular Topics, Celebrity Autographs
The value of an Elvis Presley autograph ranges from $100 to over $5000. There are several factors that affect the price. One is the object signed. Personalized correspondence from Elvis, or signed scenes from certain films garner the highest prices. If the item signed also has the signature of one of his co-stars, like Ann-Margret, the value is even greater. Because Elvis was fairly prolific as a signer, it is important to have any autograph of his authenticated. Forgeries abound, and it is not uncommon for someone to buy a substantial fee for a worthless scribble. If the signature is authentic, the seller should be able to provide a certificate of authenticity from a reputable firm. If not, question the legitimacy of the autograph. If you own an autograph of his, have it authenticated and keep it with the certificate of authenticity.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Popular Topics, Celebrity Autographs
An autographed book by George W. Bush has value of $500 to $1200 more than the price of the book. If there is a personal inscription, the value increases again. The most important elements are, first, that the signature is authentic and, second, that it from the time after he was elected President of the United States. Even if you were standing at the table when the former President signed the book, it is still a sound move to have the signature authenticated by a reputable agency, and get a certificate of authenticity. Collectibles of this nature increase in value over time, and having a certificate is an insurance policy to help maintain the value of the autographed book.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Popular Topics, Celebrity Autographs
There are three categories for Ronald Reagan autographed photos – as an actor, as governor of California, and as President of the United of the United States. In order of value, signed photographs as President command more than signed photos as an actor, with governor coming in third. Key to the value is the authenticity of the signature. Reproduction of photographs with signatures, while nice for the casual collector, have little value in the collectibles market. Authenticated signatures have actual value, and that value will increase as time passes. If the photograph depicts a presidential act (and it is signed), the value is at its highest. Before buying or selling a Ronald Reagan autographed photo, have the signature authenticated by a recognized service and insist on a certificate of authenticity.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Popular Topics, Celebrity Autographs
An autographed Jessica Biel photo, authenticated, runs about $125 on the memorabilia market. Though a sought after actor, her popularity fluctuates with the quality of her films. Her better received films help drive her popularity up. Signed scenes from these movies bring the highest prices. It is important that the signature is authenticated, and a certificate of authenticity accompany the photo. This is protection for both the buyer and seller, an assurance that the photograph was signed by the artist herself, and is not a reproduction or a forgery.
