FRANK SINATRA Signed 1940s Autograph Book (24) Autographs PSA/DNA, Glenn Miller
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:34830791 | Industry: Music |
| Autograph Authentication: Professional Sports (PSA/DNA) | Original/Reproduction: Original |
ITEM INFORMATION
Hey there, up for auction is a unique early 1940's autograph book issued by Gene Krupa made for autograph collectors to get big band signatures in an organized format. The book itself measures 3 3/4" x 5 1/4" and has 8 total pages (16 if including back and front). Inside the book are individual pages that the original collector labeled with each band leader and (9 separate individual pages have signatures). Identifiable autographs are noted in the list below (th...ere are 24 total autographs) and include a very nice (rare early signature style) autograph of Frank Sinatra while he was still part of Tommy Dorsey's band.
Autographs Include: Frank Sinatra Glenn Miller Tex Beneke Milt Raskin Paula Kelly Freddie Steele George Arus Johnny Desmond Carolyn Gray Billie Rogers Butch Stone Jack Lathrop Danny Hurd Jerry Stuart Ray Krantz Other unidentified autographsAutograph Authentication
The signatures in the autograph book (with an emphasis on the Frank Sinatra as the key autograph) are certified as authentic by PSA/DNA (certification # AH87286) and this item comes with their full Letter of Authenticity. As this is a vintage item, the certification sticker was placed on the LOA so as to not detract from the signed item. The LOA incorrectly states that there are 15 autographs when there are in fact 24; however, all notable/key signatures are noted (this might have been intentional on their part for any unidentified autographs).
Item Condition
All pages in the book are still attached but the bottom 1/4" of the binding is loose. There is some paper loss on the front right side of the cover and miscellaneous writing in various colors of pencil on the back. There is wear on the corners of the book and pages, as well as the typical edge wear of any vintage paper item. Signatures inside are all in regular pencil, with the exception of Glenn Miller (blue pencil) and Johnny Desmond (appears to be blue fountain pen).
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SHIPPING INFORMATION
This item will be shipped security with cardboard padding in an oversized mailer. Due to the value of this item, the shipping price includes full insurance and signature tracking.
COMBINED SHIPPING
For similar autographed items (e.g. index cards and trading cards), I offer combined shipping. Each additional item purchased within a 48 hour period can be added to your order with no additional shipping price. Please contact me with any questions regarding large volume purchases or high dollar items.
