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Permalink Reply by Nick Dimeo on December 16, 2021 at 4:43pm

I don’t see a problem with it, imho. I will never understand why his autographs are so undervalued. He was such a huge star and today is hardly remembered, don’t understand that either. What is your thoughts on this, Etienne?

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Permalink Reply by David Lewis on December 16, 2021 at 5:13pm

Nick, Thanks for taking a look…..Not a fan of Senior…..was a fan of Jr.

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Permalink Reply by Eddy on December 16, 2021 at 5:48pm

David - It's quite blurry and hard to focus on any subtleties.  But even given that....I say thumbs down, unfortunately.  It simply looks drawn to me.  Is that fountain pen or a fine tip sharpie?  Hard for my eyes to tell.   

Nick - Fairbanks was a phenomenon in the teens and 20's.  I just think his exuberance and the historical adventures just have not aged well, at least for many.  In my opinion, he was perfect for silent film because he burnt up the screen with action and charisma!

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Permalink Reply by Nick Dimeo on December 16, 2021 at 6:03pm

I was on the fence with it, hard to tell. I signed off on it but I wouldn’t want it in my collection. I have seen his autograph very small like that and also very large like the menu one. I have seen his “F” both ways too and Douglas is always separated. Again, a very inexpensive autograph that you can pick up for next to nothing in the silent film world.

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Permalink Reply by David Lewis on December 16, 2021 at 6:09pm

Etienne, I have always had doubts on this one…..it is a very small signature…..my thoughts 40 years ago,,,why would a forger do a tiny signature…put it away and worry about it later…today is later....looks like a trash can signature….unless some one can produce a similar signature….thanks for your thoughts…..you are better versed in very vintage autographs….

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Permalink Reply by Eddy on December 16, 2021 at 6:16pm

Unfortunately, I think that's probably the best place for it.  The OP is just to tight and jagged.   Here's a fun one I found on HistoryForSale.  You can tell Jr. formed his "D" based upon Sr..

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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on December 16, 2021 at 6:08pm

I really have not studied Fairbanks at all. But, looking at a number of examples from reliable sources the OP does appear atypical.

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Permalink Reply by David Lewis on December 16, 2021 at 6:24pm

Nick, Etienne, Eric, and Joe, Thanks for the look….Four strikes. in a few minutes….it is definitely out……David

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Permalink Reply by David Lewis on December 21, 2021 at 11:13am

It took a fews days to find the imposter, but today it was dispatched.

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