Most record auction catalogs include opening or minimum bid amounts along with numerous photos. Verifying the originality or genuineness of a record or memorabilia item. Making sure an item isn t a counterfeit or fake. For records, you must depend on the selling dealer s knowledge and integrity. A person s signature.
Autographs are a large collectibles market and a big part of the music memorabilia market.
Items frequently autographed include records, picture sleeves, LP and EP covers, photos, and guitars. A record or album cover with the artist s autograph. Depending on the popularity of the artist, the autograph usually increases the value of the item substantially. The exception would be an ultra-rare record where the artist was of less stature than say, Elvis or the Beatles. In that case, an autograph on an album cover or record can actually lower the value of a record.