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posted 08-21-2002 09:43 AM               

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I obtained Neil Armstrong's autograph in the 1980's, when he was part of the National Commission on Space. He came to Cleveland for a news conference about the Commission, and I asked for his autograph afterward (one of only 2 I have asked for in more than 20 years of journalism!) Anyway, what should I do to indicate its authenticity for the future...(my kids will inherit this)...I am having it framed with a photo of Neil on the moon, and a round National Commission on Space pin that was available at this event. Should I write a letter and attach it to the back pof the frame? All thoughts welcome - you flks seem like the experts!

Ed

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From: Richmond, IN USA
Registered: Jun 2001

posted 08-21-2002 08:29 PM               

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The writing on the frame sounds like a great idea. I have written on the back of the frame on all of my displayed autographs. I explain whether the photo was a request, or a purchase... and when I acquired it. If it was a request, or an in person experience, I might add what I was thinking when I got it.
Hopefully someday when the collection is handed down to my grandson, he'll read these, and remember the time that we spent together... and maybe get the collector's itch.
I don't think I'd worry too much about getting it authenticated... You know it's real, and in the future any expert would be able to look at it and know it's real.
Just my 2 cents...

Regards, Bill uzzi69