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Vintage Autographed Memorabilia: Autographs, Beatles, Elvis Presley, Muhammad Ali And Estate Auctions

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Published: November 12, 2007

Collecting autographed memorabilia can be a lucrative venture -- autographs of famous sports personalities and music icons can be sold for hundreds or thousands of dollars. This is why expert collectors and hobbyists spend serious amounts of their time and money in acquiring rare autographs by tapping networks of dealers and by joining auctions. Aside from Hollywood stars, political or historical figures, rare autographs can also belong to music icons or sports idols who have gained international recognition. Three of the most sought-after autographs are those belonging to famous celebrities and figures.

Looking for authentic signed memorabilia by The Beatles may require patience. There are some individuals who produce authentic-looking autographs by forging documents or by imitating signatures of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr. When authenticating autographs by The Beatles, it's best to consult certified expert collectors and veteran hobbyists, since these people have been in the business for many years. As of today, there are a variety of items sold as autographed memorabilia by the band: photos, menus, autograph books and even bills that contain genuine autographs.

The prices for these autographs depend on the actual condition of the item -- some documents are showing signs of deterioration but many are still in good condition. The Beatles' autographs are popular items, especially at online auctions.

Because of his unforgettable songs and movies, Elvis Presley is now an icon and an idol of many performers and fans from around the world. His fame and charisma made him a favorite entertainer during his time. Many of his fans nowadays are still in the search for authentic autographs, despite the fact there's a limited supply of authentic memorabilia. As a consequence, the autographs of Elvis Presley are some of the most counterfeited items sold through the Internet.

To help collectors determine the authenticity of their Elvis Presley autographs, they usually consult expert hobbyists trained to spot genuine signatures from fake signatures.

Autographs by Muhammad Ali are also popular items, especially at online auctions. His contributions and achievements as a world-class boxer and athlete have definitely made his autographs worth hundreds or thousands of dollars. His memorabilia includes posters, photos and even personally signed programs. Unfortunately, forged autographs are also available, so it's best to exercise caution when purchasing his autographs. Online auctions offer a variety of Muhammad Ali autographed memorabilia.

Expert collectors suggest that amateur buyers should always check the description of the item online. Veteran hobbyists also suggest that first-time buyers should ask the sellers about they acquired these autographed items. Another good tip in spotting authentic autographs is to look for signature samples of both original and fake copies.


Sources:
"The Beatles Autographs." It's Only Rock n' Roll. 12 Nov. 2007. http://www.itsonlyrocknroll.com/catalog/auction_li st.php?catunid=5.

"Signed Beatles Material." The Beatles Market Place. 12 Nov. 2007. http://www.beatlesmarketplace.com/signedbeatlesmem orabilia.html.

"Elvis Autographs." Elvis Presley News. 12 Nov. 2007. http://www.elvispresleynews.com/ElvisAutographs.ht ml.

"Muhammad Ali Memorabilia." Sports Memorabilia. 12 Nov. 2007. http://www.sportsmemorabilia.com/player/Muhammad_A li.
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