"I have done some further research based on the background shown in the photos. As a result, I can confirm that they were taken outside the Khyber Pass Pub in Philadelphia, PA, most likely on 3 October 1994."
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Are Facebook Autograph Groups Safe?
Started this discussion. Last reply by terrier8HOF Feb 25, 2023. 5 Replies 4 Likes
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 6 Likes
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, 2024. 74 Replies 13 Likes
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 0 Likes
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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"Two original, signed Polaroid photographs of Moe Tucker from The Velvet Underground, taken in the United States, year unknown."
"The Velvet Underground — 30 October 1971, Mountford Hall, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, Lancashire, U.K.
A handbill for an unrelated event, signed to the rear by Moe Tucker (who also signed on behalf of Doug Yule), Walter Powers, and…"
"The Velvet Underground — another fully signed ticket from the opening night of the 1993 reunion tour in Edinburgh. My friend’s generosity knows no bounds."
"Got my All Washed Up Cheap Trick signed cd. Wow what a rocker. "
"Three more Lou Reed autographs:
These were gifted to me from the same friend as the signed Velvets ticket. They were all obtained in person by a well known U.K. super fan, who sadly died a while back, so the provenance is impeccable."
"The Velvet Underground, fully signed ticket from the opening night of the 1993 reunion tour in Edinburgh:
This was a gift from an extremely generous friend within the Lou Reed fan community.
I was actually at this gig, but had a long drive home,…"
"K-DOT Kendrick Lamar Signed Training Day Promo Mixtape CD. This CD cover was signed by Kendrick Lamar during his video shoot of “Not Like Us” on top of the parking garage at the Compton Courthouse on June 22, 2024. "
"Me too.
Bill Bentley wasn’t just any old suit at Warner Bros. He is a longtime Velvets insider. Bill played drums in an Austin, TX bar band called The Bizarros, in the mid-1970s, with Sterling Morrison. At Warners, Bill was…"
"Love collections, especially when there are personal connections between the author/signer and recipient."
"Excellent find, especially in the wild. Well done."
"Thank you!
I was thrilled to add them to my collection. Lots of research to get my teeth into, too, which was very satisfying."
"This year... finally got a signed Gretzky in the wild, and in a book that I haven't seen this variation on it. "99: Stories of The Game", with a TD Bank logo on the back. No markings on the inside to indicate this is a variant…"
"Didn't see this earlier -- incredible!"
"A wonderful selection of handwritten items from The Velvet Underground’s drummer, Moe Tucker, to Warner Bros Records executive Bill Bentley. These all date from circa 1989:"
"100% on this book anyways ;)"
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.
- Who can we thank for telling you about us?
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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 2 Likes
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…
ContinueThe story of Neil Armstrong signed NASA portraits
Posted on April 6, 2022 at 6:47am 9 Comments 9 Likes
Authenticity opinions received through Facebook groups? Out!
Posted on July 14, 2021 at 1:30pm 16 Comments 6 Likes
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…
ContinueWhat are Autopen signatures? How to identify Autopens and myths!
Posted on February 19, 2020 at 5:00am 9 Comments 12 Likes
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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