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Hello autograph friends. I have been collecting John Wayne signatures for over 25 years now. The item that started my obsession is a signed Hondo photo inscribed to "Dave", my middle name. This was purchased from a very well known California dealer from which I hold a lifetime LOA. As I built my collection over the years, I would talk myself into believing that it was authentic, but as my exemplars build my confidence in this piece diminishes. I must sadly admit that I now feel that the signature is a secretarial. I would love to get a few more opinions. Thank you all so much!

John D Gurk

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The "o's" seem right - but the separation between the letters in not.  There is a strange "feminine" roundness and preciseness to the letter formations that also isn't right.  I think secretarial is very likely true.
I appreciate all the help. I've gone ahead and placed a call to the original dealer, but with Comic Con taking place this week, their response had been delayed.  I'm certain that I won't have any trouble in getting a refund.
I don't care for it.  I think the J should be longer and not so tight.  Wayne is a Hollywood icon.  I'm shocked that there isn't someone in the field that is a "John Wayne Expert." Or,, is there?

 

Def a secretarial.   Signature is off in several areas, but even more so the inscription def not in his hand.

Thank you Kevin. It's a bit embarrassing, but I always thought that I was pretty well versed in Duke's signature. I at this time have numerous pieces that I've acquired over the years that I am certan are authentic. Again, this was the very first piece that I purchase and it started a Wayne signature passion for me.  This particular item was featured in a SCD ad from a MAJOR dealer in the industry.  I do agree with you..."Def a secretarial"!
Just so every knows that I'm not completely nuts!...here's a few of the best John Wayne pieces that I'm proud to own! This is a handwritten Thanksgiving card to his mother and a working script from "The Shootist" signed by the entire cast! This script was given to the Carrington family whos home was used during the filming of the movie. Enjoy
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A few more for your enjoyment. Duke signed 1935 "short snorter" ,  "True Grit" photo and a letter to Hal Wallis signed as "Rooster". Again, thanks to all who answered my call for help! John

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Amazing letter , Very Nice !!

To follow up...I was able to talk to the fine dealer who sold me the piece. They agreed accept a return and issue a full refund. Again, this was originally purchased in 1995! Outstanding integrity! Thanks to all who helped! John.

 

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Really nice collection, John. I don't typically collect Hollywood, but I'd sure like to have a John Wayne autograph someday!

What do you folks think of this autograph?

A poorly done forgery

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