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Is this a mechanical signature of some kind?

I recently purchased this cut signature of actress Jean Simmons, and upon receiving it I noticed a faint outline that surrounds the ink in the signature. I've never seen this effect before. Could this be an autopen or a stamp of some kind? Or could it just be a natural effect from the type of pen used? I happened to come across an article recently (can't remember from where) that said that purple ink is popular for mechanical signatures, as this one is done in...is this true? Any insights would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on September 24, 2016 at 4:32pm

Not sure what this is but the signature appears right. Don't think it's a stamp.

Permalink Reply by J. Mikael on September 24, 2016 at 4:43pm

Looks to me like the tip of the marker had a stray fiber sticking out.

Permalink Reply by Eric Keith Longo on September 24, 2016 at 4:43pm

Hmm. Semi-dead felt tip pen on textured paper? This is interesting - those fine lines in the strokes. Like hairlines. Not sure. Pete? Steve?

Eric

Permalink Reply by Pete Bendu on September 24, 2016 at 6:33pm

I can't speak to the authenticity of the signature, but the shadow is just the result of a damaged writing implement. The end of the fiber tip marker had a chunk missing out of it, or it may have been a chisel tip calligraphy pen in which one side was dried out.  

Permalink Reply by Eric Keith Longo on September 24, 2016 at 6:36pm

Thanks Pete! I knew you'd have the answer.

Eric

Permalink Reply by michael phillips on September 25, 2016 at 1:03pm

Looks to me like a stray fibre from the pen.

Permalink Reply by Greg on September 25, 2016 at 3:47pm

Thank you Gentlemen! It's good to know it's the real deal! That's what I love SO much about this site, there's always someone who has an answer to even the weirdest question! lol

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