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.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Celebrity Autographs
Photographs signed by Jessica Alba bring a decent price in the collectibles market. Certain retailers offer them at prices ranging from around one hundred dollars to a little more than three hundred. The actual value of the autographed photo is determined by the authenticity of the autograph, and the popularity of Jessica Alba. If the signature has not been authenticated, its value is very low, maybe around five to seven dollars. Value for her signed photographs also increase as her popularity rises, most notably after a successful film or upon receipt of an award. The price can be driven up during this period of popularity by selling the photograph in an auction setting, rather than at a set retail price.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Popular Topics, Celebrity Autographs
Signed Leonardo DiCaprio autographed photos bring from around one hundred dollars, to over four hundred dollars for signed scenes from certain films. Scenes from “Titanic” and “The Departed” and “Romeo and Juliet” command the highest rates. If you have a scene from any of these films with the female lead, and both have signed the print, the price increases again. The most important factor in the value of the signed artifact is authentication of the autograph – reassurance that it was signed by the actor, and that it is not an reproduction.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Popular Topics, Celebrity Autographs
Depending on certain variables, a Tom Cruise autographed photo can bring a modest return in the collectibles market. If the photo is from his Academy Award winning role in Jerry Maguire, or from his critically acclaimed films, the going price will be greater than photos from lesser films. Critical to all this is the authenticity of the autograph. In order to receive the highest prices, the photo must be signed by the actor himself. Otherwise, it will be deemed mechanically reproduced and bring only three to five dollars on the market. As protection, have the signature on the picture authenticated and get a certificate as proof of its authenticity.
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | Popular Topics, Celebrity Autographs
Marilyn Monroe memorabilia is some of the most sought after in the movie collectibles industry. An authenticated signature on her photo can brings hundreds or thousands of dollars, depending on the quality of the autograph, the photo, and who is interested in buying the picture. The right combination of elements could create a buying frenzy, driving the price up. Begin by contacting an expert on Marilyn Monroe memorabilia and ask for an appraisal (it is best to get two or three) to get a general idea what the value might be, and why it has that value. If you get an evaluation you like, and are interested in selling the item, sell it to a vendor or put it up for auction – the auction will probably bring a higher price. You can auction the photo through an auction house or through an on-line auction website.
