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Why do we collect autographs?

I found this link interesting and thoughts others might as well. http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2009-11-10/news/0911090567_1_aut...

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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on November 27, 2015 at 5:24am

Virtually everyone collects something. I collect autographs because it interests me and it takes my mind off the struggles of day to day living. It's my comfort food. But, I probably would never ask for someone's autograph in person, too shy for that I guess.

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Permalink Reply by terrier8HOF on November 27, 2015 at 5:31am

I have no idea why I have been collecting autographs for over 35 years. Meeting the signer in person does not interest me. I just enjoy the hobby, as frustrating as it can be, and as full of corruption as it is.

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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on November 27, 2015 at 5:38am

Dislike the corruption as well but we live in a world bent on corruption, not just autographs. In some way, I find the weeding process my favorite challenge. It has made me a better, wiser collector. It is a shame that so many people are taking in by the easy buy process without genuine concern of what they are actually paying for.

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Permalink Reply by terrier8HOF on November 27, 2015 at 5:53am

Joe, I couldn't agree more.

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Permalink Reply by Janice Knechtel on November 27, 2015 at 6:01am

The reason I collect, is because ever since I was a little girl, celebrities always fascinated me. I guess, autographs brings me closer to the star. Collecting In-Person, tells a story. For each person i collected In-Person, I can tell you a story about each and every one. That is the beauty of collecting autographs....A life time of memories

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Permalink Reply by Apj26 on November 27, 2015 at 8:35am

I started collecting because my friend collected autos and I was jealous and couldn't let him be better than me!

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Permalink Reply by Mike T on November 27, 2015 at 8:48am

It's fun to meet people who had an impact on your life, and the lives of so many people. Signed items make nice display pieces and always have a good story behind them. Plus they are often valuable, and appreciate over time making them good investments.