Frank Sinatra Autographs Signature Original Memorabilia Collectibles For Sale
Frank Sinatra
Autographed Signed "The Joker is Wild" Hardcover book
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One of Mr Sinatra's most memorable movie roles. A Very Rare SIGNED hardcover. The first we have ever seen. Signed in bold fountain pen, UN-inscribed "Frank Sinatra", a beautiful bold signature. Acquired In Person. Phyllis was the President of the Frank Sinatra Fan Club in the late 40s to early-mid 50s. Read more about her here. You can also see the other items from this same collection.
Recently discovered an estate auction of vintage Frank Sinatra memorabilia including several autographed items including rare books, concert programs and menus. What made this find so extraordinary is that the autographs were Genuine. Now that may not sound unusual. However, genuine signatures of Frank Sinatra are quite rare as the majority of his autographs on the market were signed by a secretary or are outright forgeries. It is estimated as much as 90-95% of Mr. Sinatra's autographs are Not genuine.. So upon examining this collection, it was quite amazing. Come to find out this piece (and all pieces from this collection) was acquired In Person. Phyllis was the President of the Frank Sinatra Fan Club in the late 40s to early-mid 50s.
*See enlargeable images above and below of Mr Sinatra & Phyllis, along with an image of an original 1948 Frank Sinatra Fan Club membership card in which Phyllis signs as the club's President. (photos not included but just for provenance).
What also makes these signed Sinatra pieces so extraordinary is the provenance that most of them come with in the form of the documented experience written on each piece. This book includes her priceless handwritten note of provenance inside that reads,
“Date – Mon, August 20, 1956
Time - After 12:30
Place – Paramount Theater”
Phyllis apparently taking advantage of having this book signed while Mr Sinatra was in the midst of filming the movie, which would be released months after he signed this book.
More info on Joe E Lewis:
Joe E. Lewis was a comedian and singer who was popular in the 1920's. In 1927, he unwittingly became involved with organized crime boss Al Capone and was assaulted by Capone's henchmen when he would not cooperate with Capone's requests. His injuries were severe and it took him years to recover, but he eventually resumed his show business career. Frank Sinatra played Joe E. Lewis in the 1957 film The Joker Is Wild, which was a biography of Lewis. We
* Note: We recently acquired BOTH their authentic autographs .. see them HERE
We also have the original 1957 one sheet movie poster for "The Joker Is Wild,".
For other items from the “Phyllis Collection” see the ALSO RECOMMENDED section below
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