Ringo Starr Autographed Gartlan Plate

Hi fellas, I'm new here and I've been thinking 'bout starting to collect some Beatles autographs. Is this Ringo autographed plate authentic? It comes with a Beckett letter of authentication, and I personally think it looks good, but I would still like some further opinions on this one. I would also like to know what this plate is worth (the seller went for south of $1000). Thanks a lot. It is really nice to join this forum!

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Permalink Reply by Jim McFiver on April 13, 2023 at 4:09pm

This is most likely genuine, though, of course, I'd like to see it before purchasing. If I were just starting, I'd research a complete Ringo signature, not his 'first name only' scribble. And remember, Ringo was a generous signer - until he stumbled onto eBay.

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Permalink Reply by Marmot C on April 13, 2023 at 8:11pm

Thank you so much for your reply! Actually I think that star in Ringo's first name autograph is kinda cute, though it would be better if I could find a full name signature. I'm in China so... it is pretty hard to find a genuine signature at a reasonable price. The above one is among the few (if not only) genuine piece that I could find available, others are just easy fakes (even for a beginner like me). Haven't shopped on ebay before but maybe I'll try someday. Anyway thanks for your kind reply, that last line is really hilarious lol.

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Permalink Reply by Mark Saunders on April 13, 2023 at 7:55pm

It’s probably worth like 300 bucks. it’s a legit signature, but it’s on a plate. Do not pay any where close to 1000

If you’re looking for a ringo signature and have a 1000 to spend, you can get something very cool, like a great photo or maybe an album. You can probably get a modern signature on a color photo for 500.

I think tracks in the UK has a couple of vintage ringos available. Check them out.

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Permalink Reply by Marmot C on April 13, 2023 at 8:27pm

Thank you Mark! I was pretty close to buying this item until I found this site. Really learned a lot browsing this forum. Is www.tracks.co.uk the correct link for TRACKS? I'll go check it out.

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Permalink Reply by James on April 13, 2023 at 9:16pm

Yeah that's the right link

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Permalink Reply by BallroomDays67 on April 13, 2023 at 8:54pm

I think it’s real, but agree with Mark that there are much better options at that price unless the plate comes with some of Ringo’s personal broccoli.

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Permalink Reply by Marmot C on April 14, 2023 at 7:07pm

Thanks for your nice reply lol. Where do you guys usually shop, besides TRACKS and Frank's? I'm looking for a wider option but fear that some other sources might be unreliable.