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What is Philography?
Many people collect autographs to commemorate their favorite celebrities, political figures and sports stars. Few people, though, are aware that there is actually a technical term for this pastime: philography. Of course, whether you opt for a John Hancock from your favorite Supreme Court Justice or some autographed NHL memorabilia is up to you; however, there are some common criteria for gauging the value of all autographed products.
Obviously, one of the paramount concerns is who actually signed the item and how well its authenticity can be verified. The object that has signed also has a drastic impact on the price; a signed piece of legislation or a baseball used in the World Series will predictably be worth more than a signature scribbled on the back of a cocktail napkin. The condition of the autograph and whether it was written in pen or pencil also are considered when determining the value.
Holiday Gifts for Dad
Though shopping for dad often isn’t a challenging task, in case you need some help here are a few ideas which are sure to please the old man.
~NHL merchandise; every dad has their favorite team or player—get him a jersey, a t-shirt, or other autographed hockey memorabilia and he’ll love it.
~Gadgetry; whatever kind of obscure gizmos you can find, if they have a blade, a flashlight, or a compass attached to them he’ll probably love it.
~Sausage and Sauces; common to mall pavilions during the holidays, these savory treats are sure to be a hit from Christmas all the way until New Years.
~Tools; if your dad is a mister fix-it, or just enjoys keeping a hoard of seldom used tools and crafting appliances, these are a sure pleaser.