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Are Facebook Autograph Groups Safe?

Started this discussion. Last reply by terrier8HOF Feb 25, 2023. 5 Replies

This may be a more controversial topic... but here we go! :-)Continue

How valuable is eBay feedback for autographs?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Zarelli Dec 31, 2023. 49 Replies

New video drop! Please subscribe to my channel, and as always, your feedback is welcome. :-)Continue

How to buy autographs on eBay; Tips to avoid fakes on eBay

Started this discussion. Last reply by Garrett Meadows Apr 10. 74 Replies

My latest Collectibles Chat video is "How to buy autographs on eBay." While it has something for everyone, it is most valuable to newer collectors by providing tips to avoid fakes.Please subscribe to…Continue

Autographed CDs and Vinyl - 15% off at Newbury Comics

Started Dec 7, 2020 0 Replies

Over the weekend Newbury had 25% their autographed items. If you missed that, they have 15% off today and tomorrow. Some good stuff here. I picked up signed CDs from Steve Howe, Belly and Vandenberg.…Continue

 

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Stepeanut replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"John Cale — 1988 photo Christmas card, sent to Sterling Morrison, 6 7/8” x 3 1/2” on Kodak photographic paper, signed and dated by Cale on behalf of himself, his then-wife, Risé, and his three-year-old daughter, Eden:"
Dec 13
Stepeanut replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Sterling Morrison (The Velvet Underground) — Houston Professional Musicians Association Membership Card, 3 3/8” x 2 1/8”, signed in ballpoint pen with his full legal name of Holmes Sterling Morrison Jr.: This was the final…"
Dec 13
Findbooks replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"James M. Cain - author of The Postman Always Rings Twice, Mildred Pierce and Double Indemnity, to name a few. TTM way back in 1947 but looks good to me."
Dec 5
Sean Asitha Boteju replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Love it!!  And LOVE lady Gaga!  Congratulations on the awesome Item..."
Nov 26
Dav12 replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Added today - Lady Gaga signed Born This Way vinyl signed at the London Joker Premiere. Lucky to have video proof of the actual vinyl being signed too with this one"
Nov 20
REM replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Same "
Nov 20
crazyrabbits23 replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Brolin finally arrived -- pretty much exactly what I expected in terms of the signature. The memoir's been interesting so far."
Nov 20
Steve Zarelli replied to Matt M.'s discussion President Bill Clinton - CITIZEN - My Life After the White House Autographed
"I like the ballpoint a lot better. I received shipment notification from BAM... should be getting mine soon. "
Nov 19
Findbooks replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Ooh that's nice...now, if I get a signed copy of Strangers on a Train I might make an offer for that!"
Nov 16
Eddy replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Congrats on the Highsmith, Findbooks!  I just picked up Richard Bradford's relatively recent biography of her.  Here's a favorite with a bit of Highsmith inspiration: "
Nov 16
Findbooks replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Been looking for a good specimen of Patricia Highsmith (at a reasonable price) for a long time and like London buses two came along at the same time! Author of the Ripley series and Strangers on a Train upon which the Hitchcock movie was based."
Nov 16
Steve Zarelli replied to Steve P.'s discussion Anybody familiar with Pacific Coast Galaxy
"Steve P messaged me, so I will also provide my response here... I was not familiar with the background of Pacific Coast Galaxy. A quick Google shows that the person behind it was peddling fake moondust in the 90s. This print was released in the late…"
Nov 13
Stepeanut replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Thanks! I’m a hardcore charity shopper.  Found many signed books over the years, including some very collectible ones. A few years ago, I even found a genuine Robert Mitchum autograph for £5.  That’s how I ended up…"
Nov 11
Findbooks replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Great score! I can’t actually remember scoring a really good signed book in a thrift shop - a few run-of-the-mill things, maybe. Some excellent books, yes, but not signed ones. I did once buy a gelatin silver print - framed - signed by the…"
Nov 11
Stepeanut replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"David Attenborough — The Living Planet [Collins—BBC, 1984], first edition, second impression hardback, found in the two-for-£1 section of a local charity shop:"
Nov 11
crazyrabbits23 replied to Steve Zarelli's discussion What's new in your collection?
"Bang on -- he's always had a very consistent signature. "What's It All About?" was a great read; one of a batch of signed copies I think he did when he was here in Canada many moons ago."
Nov 7

About Me

What kind of member are you? (Check as many as apply.)
Collector, Professional Authenticator
What would you like to tell us about yourself, your collecting, or business.
I collect Space and aviation. NY Yankees, Baseball HOF, political and some classic Hollywood.

I am the owner of Steve Zarelli Space Authentication. I provide autograph authentication consulting services to individual collectors, dealers and organizations, including: RR Auction, James Spence Authentication (JSA), Sportscard Guaranty Authentic (SGC), PSA/DNA Authentication and others.
What is your level of expertise?
Advanced Collector, Professional
Why do you want to join Autograph Live?
Meeting and discussing autographs with other seasoned collectors.
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What are your areas of interest?
Sports, History/Politics, Books/Literature, SciFi, Space/Aviation/Military
Why do you collect?
I love the connection with history and the wonder of signed items that passed though the hands of historical figures.
What is your favorite autograph in your collection?
Hard to pick just one. Favorites include Reagans, Armstrong, Jimmy Stewarts, Mariano Rivera game used baseballs.
You can ask anyone living or dead for their autograph. Who would it be?
Abraham Lincoln

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Jimmy Stewart | Not so wonderful fakes

Posted on December 5, 2023 at 9:21am 12 Comments

As a long time Jimmy Stewart collector, I have dozens of authentic autographs in my collection. From checks to photos to a baseball, I treasure them all.

However, one key piece has eluded me - that is a signed photo from It's a Wonderful Life

Jimmy Stewart was a generous signer and there is a good supply of authentically signed Stewart items readily available. As of now, there are approximately 420 James Stewart signed items on eBay from almost every movie he…

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Authenticity opinions received through Facebook groups? Out!

Posted on July 14, 2021 at 1:30pm 16 Comments

Over the years I have heard many stories of how various Facebook Autograph Groups can be a total circus. Crazy members, fighting, bad opinions, stalking... you name it. In light of this, I have avoided them.

However, recently I broke my own rule and joined the "Out or Safe!?”  baseball Facebook group because I had heard stories of what was going on in there. My curiosity was piqued and I wanted to see for myself. The premise of the group is someone posts a photo of an item, and admins…

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What are Autopen signatures? How to identify Autopens and myths!

Posted on February 19, 2020 at 5:00am 9 Comments

Hey gang... please check out my new video and be sure to subscribe to my channel! :-)

Collectibles Chat Episode 7: Collectibles Chat with Steve Zarelli, Zarelli Space Authentication.

What are Autopen autographs; how to identify Autopen autographs; and Autopen myths.

I close the episode with a collecting tip.…

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