Baseball Hall of Fame Autographs: A Reference Guide - Softcover

Keurajian, Ron

Softcover

ISBN 10: 078647050X ISBN 13: 9780786470501

Publisher: McFarland & Company, 2012

Synopsis

For experts and beginning collectors alike, here is a definitive guide to authentication of Baseball Hall of Fame autographs, one of the most sought-after forms of baseball memorabilia. In addition to discussing the ins and outs of collecting these autographs, and pitfalls to avoid, the book provides an entry on each Hall of Famer analyzing his signing style, the rarity of his autograph, the existence of known forgeries, and the current value of the autograph. Richly illustrated, the studies show examples of signatures from various periods of a Hall of Famer's life, as well as forgeries. Collectors will be able to examine signatures in their collection and determine if they own a forgery. No previous book has approached the level of detail to be found herein.

About this title

About the Author

Ron Keurajian, a commercial banker and attorney, has written numerous studies on baseball and vintage golf autographs. He lives in Rochester Hills, Michigan.

From the Inside Flap

For experts and beginning collectors alike, here is a definitive guide to authentication of Baseball Hall of Fame autographs, one of the most sought-after forms of baseball memorabilia. In addition to discussing the ins and outs of collecting these autographs, and pitfalls to avoid, the book provides an entry on each Hall of Famer analyzing his signing style, the rarity of his autograph, the existence of known forgeries, and the current value of the autograph. Richly illustrated, the studies show examples of signatures from various periods of a Hall of Famer's life, as well as forgeries. Collectors will be able to examine signatures in their collection and determine if they own a forgery. No previous book has approached the level of detail to be found herein.

Reviews

Collecting baseball autographs can be a fun and rewarding hobby. However, the pursuit of signatures from the gods of baseball does not come cheaply, and forgeries are unfortunately common. Longtime collector-dealer Keurajian offers his significant expertise and passion in a book that will serve the novice autograph seeker and experienced collector alike. Sound tips on beginning a collection, spotting fakes, and understanding the idiosyncrasies behind the autographs of each baseball Hall of Famer are included in this helpful, insightful, and abundantly illustrated book. Recommended for most public libraries. --Jim Frutchey

Edition details

• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 078647050X
• ISBN 13: 9780786470501
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 248