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We can answer all autograph-related questions including authentication, appraisals, investments, and collecting questions. Please DO NOT send questions regarding through the mail addresses as we have no answers on this. Our primary focus is obtaining in-person autographs, especially that relating to musicians. We are not going to be the greatest of help in deceased stars when it comes to authenticity however we have a broad knowledge in the industry so I'm sure we can be of some assistance.

Experience in the area

In-person collector and dealer for over 10 years. We have become one of the largest autographed guitar distributors in the world and have items consigned to all the top auction houses. We have worked side by side with most of the top autograph dealers in the nation and follow all major auction house results and offerings. Having witnessed 1000s of in-person signings, we have the knowledge and experience to authenticate, appraise, and advise in most areas of the autograph field.

Organizations

UACC, Better Business Bureau

Publications

Autograph Magazine

Education/Credentials

in-person collecting based out of all of New England, especially that of NYC (Manhattan). Extensive database of in-person signatures from the past 7 years numbering in the 1000s with multiple examples from many of the top celebrities in the world.

Awards and Honors

UACC Registered Dealer Better Business Bureau Accredited Dealer

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Recent Answers from Michael Kasmar

2012-04-25 autographed guitar:

The value is relative to when/where/how you sell the item. I would venture you'd get around $400-$500 on eBay.com or craigslist but you could easily get more with the right promotion, images, description

2012-02-01 MJ autograph:

Unfortunately I can't know for sure.  I'd need to know who the buyer was and what date they paid for the item and what amount.  You are talking about an item that if we sold it, it's from SEVERAL years

2012-02-01 MJ autograph:

mike@autographpros.com

2011-11-29 what is my guitar worth:

To be honest, every guitar I've seen with those signatures on it were forgeries.  They were/are popular sells for forgers to list 'legends' guitars so if it's one like all the others I've seen, it's worth

2011-10-24 baseball autograph:

Unfortunately Sports Autographs is not my strong suit.  With that said, I definitely know where to send you.  Go to http://live.autographmagazine.com/  . There are experts there who study Mantle's autograph

 

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