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We do more than sell autographs. We build relationships.™ RON WEEKES - Proprietor DONNELL G. MUELLER - Business Development Director 3380 Sheridan Drive #360 Amherst, New York 14226 Member: The Manuscript Society, The Ephemera Society of America |
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APPRAISAL VS. AUTHENTICATION We are pleased to offer appraisal services to our clients. There is a minimum, two-hour ($75.00 per hour) charge for this service with payment in advance. Our appraisal is based upon 40 years of experience in the acquisition and sale of historical documents and autographs. We have, at our disposal, a facsimile file of thousands of autographs as well as an international sourcing network of colleagues who specialize in all areas of autographs and memorabilia. Our appraisal includes review of extant records of auction and private sales, prevailing fair market value and trends forecasting, and such other factors as content, condition, and relative demand for the material. Please note: Appraisal of autograph material is not authentication. We take the position that material presented for appraisal is authentic. If you desire authentication as well as appraisal, please read further. AUTHENTICATION There is a minimum, two-hour ($75.00 per hour) charge for this service and final cost depends entirely upon the complexity of the project. Most projects can be completed in one to two weeks with a detailed report. Over the past four decades we learned a thing or two about autographs, especially in the following areas: Vintage Hollywood, Black Americana, 20th Century Authors and Poets; Popes and Saints. Ron Weekes has written numerous articles on various aspects of autograph collecting and has been called upon by private collectors and institutions to provide authentication and appraisal service. We also have taken courses in graphoanalysis – the science or study of handwriting. In instances where there are serious reservations as to authenticity, we may refer an item to a third-party for forensic analysis. There is an additional charge for this service. We always first consult with the client before pursuing additional research or forensic testing of autograph material. CONFLICT OF INTEREST Few reputable autograph dealers will both appraise/authenticate material and purchase it. This is considered to be a professional conflict of interest. If you wish to sell your material we will be pleased to provide you with a confidential analysis. We cannot, however, appraise and/or authenticate your material and make you an offer to purchase your unwanted material. Thank you for your understanding.
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