AboutMichael Kasmar Expertise We can address all autograph-related questions including authentication, appraisals, investments, and collecting questions. Our primary focus is obtaining in-person autographs, especially that relating to musicians. We are not going to be the greatest of help in deceased stars when it comes to authenticity however we have a broad knowledge in the industry so I'm sure we can be of some assistance.
Experience In-person collector and dealer for over 10 years. We have become one of the largest autographed guitar distributors in the world and have items consigned to all the top auction houses. We have worked side by side with most of the top autograph dealers in the nation and follow all major auction house results and offerings. Having witnessed 1000s of in-person signings, we have the knowledge and experience to authenticate, appraise, and advise in most areas of the autograph field.
Organizations UACC, Better Business Bureau
Education/Credentials in-person collecting based out of all of New England, especially that of NYC (Manhattan). Extensive database of in-person signatures from the past 7 years numbering in the 1000s with multiple examples from many of the top celebrities in the world.
Awards and Honors UACC Registered Dealer
Better Business Bureau Accredited Dealer
Question I have a Kim Wilde discography card which was sent to me in my fan club package in 1995, so I assume that is the when it was signed by her (actually, I have two of them, both originally signed in gold pen). What I would like to know is, would laminating the card ruin the value of the autograph?.
Answer That's not a good idea to laminate an autograph. Instead I would suggest getting a hard plastic top loader to keep this in. They sell them in just about any size now days and all you need to do is make sure you get an ACID FREE top-loader. This will act as the protection you are looking for while keeping it in it's original condition. You can purchase one for an 8x10 here: http://www.autographpros.com/8x10-hard-plastic-photo-display-p-6.html
4x6 toploaders are the same size so you can specify that in your notes if you order there or you can search amazon or google for them.
