Investing in Autographs

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Investing in Autographs

Collecting autographs can be a fun and interesting hobby and due to high demand and the seriousness of many collectors, it could prove to be a sound investment for the future. Demand is high for signatures of film stars, musicians, sports stars, politicians and members of the royal family.

The cheapest way to acquire celebrity autographs is obviously to get them from the person yourself – this also guarantees authenticity as there are likely to be many fakes in circulation, being passed off as the genuine article. Many dealers offer certificate with each autograph guaranteeing money back if it turns out not to be genuine.

Some celebrities and sports personalities are also wary of signing autographs if they suspect the intention is to sell it on so they may only agree to sign an autograph as a message addressed to a specifically named fan.

The re-sale value of an autograph can vary hugely depending on the lasting popularity of the personality and often, if the autograph is that of someone who has died, the value will be far higher. Marilyn Monroe’s autographs are currently each worth between £10,000 and £20,000. Dealers make a living from buying and selling autographs however there is no guarantee that a small investor can make a fortune in a short space of time. But you could get a great deal of enjoyment from building up your collection.