Autographs

[sft42]

Since being asked for an autograph recently while playing with my band (which i was happy to give to the child and she was tickled pink) i've been wondering which star's autograph's are the hardest to get hold of and therefore most valuable?

[andy hughes]

Most major stars are difficult to get - security means fan access is negligable, so take your pick from Britney, Whitney, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Bob Dylan, and so on. Michael Jackson's autograph is certainly a collector's item, and any star's death increases the price tag on any signed memorabillia.

[ravenhair]

I think, though, that one of the most important factors is whether or not it's a real signature as most stars' autographs have been done using an Autopen, or have even been signed by someone else. The authenticity will push the value up.

[Moog]

Dead stars genuine autographs are of course worth more than living ones (simply by virtue of the fact that there a limited and non increasing number of them!) I belive that the record for the most paid for an autograph was for either Shakespears, Elizabeth I or maybe it was Mozart (can't remember, but have a look on www.guinnessworldrecords.com)

Regarding today's stars then difficulty of obtaining them must be a controlling factor I would suggest the following:

Robbie Williams

Madonna

Micheal Jackson

bte my Mum has all of the Beatles autographs on one album cover... any takers?

[sft42]

No not at all just a star stuck kid who thought it would be fun. Certainly a boost to the ego though. and thank's everybody for the answers so far but i knew about inability to get close due to security so i was thinking more along the lines of a definite answer like say tom hanks never signs anything so he's the man to get. anyone know any info like that? CHEERS

[beenee]

Youre a musician and famous, sft42? Im definitely keeping my options open for you now ;o)