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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on November 17, 2016 at 6:21pm

I'm on the fence on this one. I haven't seen but a few Sharon Tate's. There are elements that look good but a couple of variances that I notice. I cannot say with any certainty. Hopefully, someone who has more experience will chime in. I'd like to know as well.

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Permalink Reply by Marcus on November 17, 2016 at 10:48pm

Hi Joe,
Yes me too, apparently her 'S' varied a lot. But the 'r' is always higher after the 'a' in Sharon and always rolls over the same way. Also I've found that the hat point on the 'h' is always pointed. Anybody else ?

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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on November 19, 2016 at 8:06am

I have forwarded this image to someone I know who is top notch to look at it. Is this yours or something you are thinking about buying? I will let you know how the response it on this. 

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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on November 19, 2016 at 9:40am

I just received a response from my friend and he said he didn't knew her signature well enough to render an opinion. Seems to be that even well studied vintage authenticators have some trouble with her.

I have looked at a number of her signature examples and this has a possibility of being genuine although on the other hand there are some discrepancies.

Here's what I would do if I was in your shoes. If this is being offered to you by someone I would have to get it for a bargain, and I mean bargain price if they are not willing to give me solid documentation as proof and/or money back guarantee. Make sure you trust the person!

Also, if I had it this is one I would get a PSA or JSA letter of authenticity on it. Would be worth the cost.

Wish I was more help for you. It could be an extremely valuable piece.

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Permalink Reply by Marcus on November 20, 2016 at 2:30pm

Hi joe,
Thanks for your reply. I had already purchased the item .PSA quick opinion could not render an opinion ! I have contacted a few well known auction sites who have turned it down for the same reasons but again that doesn't mean to say it's not genuine.A UACC dealer is taking a close look at it and I'll consider your PSA letter idea,Thankyou.

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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on November 20, 2016 at 2:34pm

Good luck. It's a nice photo and if the signature proves out you've got a rarity.

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Permalink Reply by Steve Cyrkin, Admin on November 23, 2016 at 10:58am

Markus,

Here are a few suggestions:

Bob Shinn, a collector and member of this site: http://live.autographmagazine.com/profile/BobShinn

Profiles in History: www.profilesinhistory.com or email Brian Chanes: brian@profilesinhistory.com

Tom Kramer: www.goldenageautographs.com Tom is more vintage Hollywood, but he may well know Tate and he's super-sharp.

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Permalink Reply by Marcus on April 29, 2017 at 12:24pm

Hi Steve,
Sorry only just seen your reply !! Thankyou for the info. The item is about to go to auction at Swann Auctioneers on 4th May if anyone is interested in bidding.

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