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Topic: Your opinion need. Which for my collection?
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Lunatiki
Member Posts: 237
From: Amarillo, TX, USA
Registered: Dec 2006
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posted 12-17-2006 12:18 PM
  
Hello everyone. I'm starting a collection of Apollo material, and this was my first piece.
http://www.novaspace.com/AUTO/SINGLES/BuzzPeace.html I'm looking at buying a second piece now, and can't decide between these items. I'm either going with this Frank Borman image in frame "C" along with a Lovell autographed copy of Apollo 13
http://www.novaspace.com/AUTO/Moonwalk/BORMAN/WSSBorman.html Or this nice Lovell piece, provided it is still available.
http://www.novaspace.com/AUTO/SINGLES/Lovell-patches.html Your opinion is appreciated. Which one and why? I really like the Borman image. Just the intense look on his face and the danger of that mission is impressive to me. But then the Lovell piece is very attractive with the patches matted. Thanks to all. Joel
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MarylandSpace
Member Posts: 1336
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Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 12-17-2006 12:55 PM
Hi Joel, Kim at Novaspace always has had nice presentations. Better than nice.So you don't get stretched out in all directions, what focused direction do you wish to collect? Some collectors like casual autographed portraits. Some collectors like "white space suits," sometimes referred to as WSS. Some collectors like group mission lithos. Some like autographed envelopes. Some like autographed books. Some like Alan Bean posters with many, many authentic autographs. Some like it all. But with unlimited wants and limited resources, I think it is better to have a clear direction. I may need a GPS for Christmas as I am one without a clear direction! And it's always best to collect what you enjoy. It's a hobby, not an investment. Garry |
Lunatiki
Member Posts: 237
From: Amarillo, TX, USA
Registered: Dec 2006
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posted 12-17-2006 01:19 PM
Thanks Garry! Right now I'd like to work towards getting nice matted and framed autographed images of the Apollo astronauts with their mission patch framed. Either in their WSS, on the moon, or any mission related image, like Borman getting suited up. Novaspace has really got me hooked on that. Its killing two birds with one stone anyway, getting the signature and the patch. I'm leaning towards the Borman image, because I believe it would look outstanding with the "option c" framing. But then again, Lovell and Apollo 13 story itself, along with the patches make an outstanding display.Along the way I'd like to buy a signed book or two, like Lovell's, and some display items like the Code 3 material, Saturn rocket model, framed historic moon landing newspapers etc. I'd eventually like to redecorate my office to match this whole theme. I know Novaspace is pricey compared to some other sources, but I believe the provenance and piece of mind that Novaspace gives is well worth the money spent. And of course, the quality is just outstanding. Thanks again. Joel
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Lunatiki
Member Posts: 237
From: Amarillo, TX, USA
Registered: Dec 2006
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posted 12-17-2006 01:42 PM
Then there is this one. Its a bit more than I want to spend, but it is a superb piece.
http://www.novaspace.com/AUTO/SINGLES/A15rille.html Funds and wife's patience will always be a limiting factor though  and it will be a few months before another purchase after this one. |
paulushumungus
Member Posts: 466
From: Burton, Derbyshire, England
Registered: Oct 2005
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posted 12-17-2006 02:54 PM
Joel,Try also looking at asto-auction.com where you will find many authentic autographed pieces which tend to be reasonably priced.You can then get them framed by Novaspace or someone else at a later date.Just another thought.Happy collecting Paul |
Lunatiki
Member Posts: 237
From: Amarillo, TX, USA
Registered: Dec 2006
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posted 12-19-2006 01:46 PM
Paul, thanks for the info. Asto-auctions looks great. Have any forgeries ever made it on the site? I know the owners would never knowingly allow it, but I'm assuming all the sellers are vetted? I decided to go ahead and purchase the Borman suiting up picture matted in black with the mission patch. I also went ahead purchased a signed copy of Apollo 13. I'm looking forward to reading it. After I get a few display pieces, I'll start just going after single 8x10's that I can put in binders. Should save some money anyway. I'm not sure when I'll ever come up with a chance to get an Armstrong signature. The provenance would have to be really good. Its too bad about his attitude towards signing now. Its just not friendly. |
MarylandSpace
Member Posts: 1336
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Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 12-19-2006 02:29 PM
Look at bookcollector's thread on the "Opinions and Advice" Forum. . . Sometimes "Armstrongs" turn up whenever you least expect it. Garry |
mjanovec
Member Posts: 3811
From: Midwest, USA
Registered: Jul 2005
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posted 12-19-2006 08:35 PM
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Originally posted by Lunatiki:
Its too bad about his attitude towards signing now. Its just not friendly.
Lunatiki - I understand you probably mean no ill by your statement, but realize that Armstrong freely gave his signatures for over 30 years before retiring his pen. He was "friendly" for a LONG time. And he's still friendly to space fans, usually taking time to talk to people, shake hands, and take photos. If we need to blame anyone for him stopping signing, we need to blame those who have commercialized his autograph and those who have forged his autograph. Armstrong cites both as reasons for no longer signing. |
Lunatiki
Member Posts: 237
From: Amarillo, TX, USA
Registered: Dec 2006
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posted 12-19-2006 09:06 PM
I guess "not friendly" is a poor choice of words. I completely understand Neil Armstrong not wanting people to use his name/image/signature to make money, but by having an almost 100% no sign policy now, it is disheartening to many people, including myself, who weren't even alive during the Apollo missions, who see him as one of the greatest American heros. The 10 seconds it would take him to sign/inscribe something would create a true "treasure" for someone. I'd drive 1500 miles for that 10 seconds.Joel |
mjanovec
Member Posts: 3811
From: Midwest, USA
Registered: Jul 2005
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posted 12-19-2006 11:04 PM
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Originally posted by Lunatiki:
The 10 seconds it would take him to sign/inscribe something would create a true "treasure" for someone. I'd drive 1500 miles for that 10 seconds.
Neil would probably sign for someone like you if he had a crystal ball to tell the difference between a genuine fan and someone just looking to use him to make a fast dollar. But since it's not easy to tell who is genuine and who isn't, he chooses not to sign anymore. Fortunately, Neil signed A LOT of stuff in the past, so his autograph isn't difficult to find. It's just that demand is high enough that the prices are high too. Just keep looking and you'll find one eventually at the right price. I got my uninscribed X-15 photo for less than $850 earlier this year. [Edited by mjanovec (December 19, 2006).] |
Lunatiki
Member Posts: 237
From: Amarillo, TX, USA
Registered: Dec 2006
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posted 12-21-2006 08:14 PM
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