Preserving Your Collectibles
Written by |
Bobby Gonzales
HOW TO STORE AUTOGRAPHS
See how this autographed photo of Heart has badly faded autographs to the point where you can barely make out 2 of the signatures, including Nancy Wilson? I love Blondie but we don't want our collections to "Fade Away and Radiate"!
Here’s some guidance on how to avoid ruining your collectibles.
As a collector of memorabilia, especially autographs, there are several things that you need to consider when storing your collectibles.
HOW TO STORE BOOKS, MAGAZINES & VINYL
WATER is the number one enemy! Make sure to store in places that are cool, yet not damp or subject to moisture. Additionally, everything should be stored ideally in a sealed container or filing cabinet. It's simply a point of no return for any LP cover, book, magazine or autograph that has been water damaged. Say goodbye to Hollywood.
SUNLIGHT is the next worse enemy. Beginning collectors often make the mistake of wanting to showcase their autographs or collectibles by…
