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Permalink Reply by Francesco Collina on September 13, 2016 at 2:02am

another photo

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Permalink Reply by Paul on September 13, 2016 at 2:17am

Looks like it could be legit!

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Permalink Reply by Francesco Collina on September 13, 2016 at 2:24am

Thanks Paul for your reply.

Yes, I know signatures are authentic, but do you think it is a good piece in your opinion?

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Permalink Reply by Paul on September 13, 2016 at 2:30am

iS GOOD!

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Permalink Reply by Eric Keith Longo on September 13, 2016 at 3:34am

Hi Francesco,

I am always asking myself this same question. I wrote this out a while back and am rewriting and adding to it now (it is still in progress). It is just a bunch of suggestions and I post it in response to your question. I hope it helps with an answer.

This list is intended to stimulate organized thinking about the quality of an item, after authenticity of the autograph has been determined. Try running this Hendrix SP through this list and see where you come out. I expect it will be a very good result (not knowing the price) - this piece is rather incredible. I see the crease, some general wear, the stain at top and some contrast issues which I believe are totally compensated for by other qualities and just...what it is. I mean, it says "Jimi Hendrix Experience" for goodness sake - and even the Reverse is interesting with a date and more!

It is difficult to organize this as there are so many variables, but this is in much better order than the last time I posted it. Additions to the list are very welcome. If everyone here added just one thing...

Best wishes,

                  Eric

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Is the item vintage or more recent?

Is the item a marked official product (LP, CD, promotional photograph/still, ticket, etc.) or something else?  

If an LP or CD, is this a first release or later release? If a photograph, it is a recent copy print or vintage print? Was the photograph developed on double or single weight paper? Is the image candid? Is it unique or unpublished? Is it signed, stamped, or marked and by who?

What is the overall condition – folds, spots, tape, fading, framing restoration etc. considering the item, its age, rarity & other factors (has it been trimmed, etc.)? If an LP, is the vinyl present? CD booklets intact, etc.?

Is the autograph contemporary to the item or added later?

Is the autograph in pencil, fountain, ballpoint or fiber/felt tip? Paint pen/metallic? Other? What instruments/inks are usually encountered with this type of item?

Is there an inscription (if any possible)? A dedication? Is it dated? Is this signature usually accompanied by a date etc.?

What is the condition of the autograph? Any smudging from signing or wear from storage (hairlines, scratches etc)? Has the ink changed color or faded?

Is there optimal contrast and placement of the autograph with regard to the image or other features? Does the ink color clash with the item? Does the autograph align with elements of the image and recede, rendering the signature less than noticeable? Does the autograph fight with the image or sit nicely? Is the autograph lost or is it overpowering?

Is this a clear, typical example of this signature or it is unusual for the period or artist?

Is the signature interesting/unusual/unique without the strength of the item?

What are the recent auction and sale results for similar material?

What is the frequency of similar material available with comparable presentation and/or condition?

In comparison with similar items for quality, is this mediocre, exceptional or something in between?

How does this fit in with other items I have collected using similar criterion?

Is this or a similar item offered anywhere else online for more/less?

What else can I buy with this amount of $?             

 

 

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Permalink Reply by Francesco Collina on September 13, 2016 at 5:37am

Many thanks for your detailed reply. Good job!

Hope it can help me.

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Permalink Reply by BallroomDays67 on September 13, 2016 at 10:20am

I've seen this one before. It's said to have been signed in 1967 on Jimi's 25th birthday. It does indeed have contrast issues, but I'd agree that overall it's a nice piece. Here's the listing from when it sold through RR Auction:

http://www.rrauction.com/PastAuctionItem/3179525  

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Permalink Reply by Full Time Flipper on September 13, 2016 at 11:17pm

if i was a general collector looking for only one Hendrix Piece i wouldnt buy it id want a nice bright clear signature but if it was a second /third piece id have it for the rarity value and the provenance

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