This is likely Michael Jackson's second-most sought-after signed album. This particular "BAD" album was originally purchased from R&R Enterprises (rr auction) in 2001, roughly 8 years before Michael's sudden passing and the crazy frenzy for the autograph of this cultural icon really took off.
The signed album comes with the original sales receipt from 2001, plus the original COA from R&R Enterprises and Bob Eaton. There is no picture of the album on the COA, although it is noted on the COA that the album was signed on the front in silver.
I don't know what year it was signed, but obviously it was sometime between 1987 and 2001. I think I am rightly assuming there were fewer forgeries of MJ items by 2001, eight years before he died. Of course, that does not mean this is authentic. It is amazing to think that in 2001, you could get this for $103.
What are your thoughts on the authenticity of the autograph? Was R&R authenticating generally good in 2001? All opinions are appreciated.