But remember that a piece cannot get any more limited than one, so original art is much more limited than one of 500. If you are thinking of buying a piece just because it is limited, I recommend educating yourself a bit more about the market first. A lot of the limiteds are signed, so if only the signature is important to you, then by all means buy one or buy a plain autograph. Some original art is signed, but try to get the animators to sign the mat instead if possible, as the original art was photographed unsigned, and some collectors will not touch signed art because of that. Also, signatures on cels can sometimes fade.
Some pieces go up in value, some go down.
If you are just looking to buy a piece just as an investment, then I suggest you think very carefully about that, and don't rely on information from someone whose commission depends upon your purchasing a piece. I cannot emphasize enough that you buy pieces you like, whether original or reproduction. But be educated about what you are buying, and be aware that prices in England can vary as much as 2-3 times in price. This article is copyrighted Debbie Weiss, and may not be reproduced in any form without my expressed prior consent.