Oscar Turns Film Collectibles into Gold

Americans love the Oscars and movie memorabilia from Oscar winning films can be very valuable. Learn about this fascinating facet of collecting, from props to movie posters to autographs, with House of Collectibles' The Official Price Guide to Movie Autographs and Memorabilia.

February 17, 2004--What is the value of Oscar? The Academy Award is the ultimate symbol of success in the film industry, the pinnacle of achievement for a motion picture. When a film receives an Oscar, the value for props, costumes and other memorabilia is greatly increased. According to Daniel Cohen, author of The Official Price Guide to Movie Autographs & Memorabilia, Oscar-winning stars and films can turn your average film collectible into a treasure. "Film collectibles like movie posters, screen-used props and wardrobe and even autographed photographs depicting stars in Oscar-winning performances can command much higher prices because of the Academy Award tie-in."

For example, Julie Andrews linen skirt and cotton blouse worn in the 1966 Best Picture "The Sound Of Music" sold for $16,000, while a dress worn by Andrews from a lesser-known role might be purchased for a few hundred dollars.

The Official Price Guide to Movie Autographs and Memorabilia lists long-term and future values on movie props and wardrobe, celebrity autographs, posters and lobby cards, animation art, movie scripts and even Oscar statuettes from the 1920s to today. This is THE resource for information and values for highly desirable movie star autographs, including Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, Judy Garland and todays top actors and actresses.

A complete introduction to the field of collecting, The Official Price Guide to Movie Autographs and Memorabilia includes a dealer directory and list of clubs, organizations and publications, as well as a glossary of autograph terminology. This guide offers the most up-to-date prices on these highly sought after pieces, as well as advice from author Daniel Cohen, the leading expert on autographs and movie memorabilia.

The Official Price Guide to Movie Autographs and Memorabilia is a journey through the history and diversity of film collectibles. In addition to over 300 black and white photographs, this resource includes a full-color insert showcasing some of the most desirable memorabilia, such as a "Gone with the Wind" script signed by the cast and a rare Mickey Mouse watch. The comprehensive price lists and complete industry information ensure that this is THE essential price guide for collectors of movie autographs and memorabilia.

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About the author: Daniel Cohen has been a passionate collector and dealer of all types of entertainment-related collectibles for over 20 years. A noted authority of entertainment autographs, he is the operator of a full-time collectibles business, Daniel Cohen Autographs & Memorabilia. His Web site, www.danielcohen.com, features thousands of rare and unique collectibles in an illustrated online catalog and through weekly auctions.

Editors Notes:
o Images are available upon request
o Media Contact: Amy Lavoie, (617) 787-2637
o Interviews with Daniel Cohen are encouraged

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