Sunday, April 1, 2012

Purchasing Movie Memorabilia As A Hobby

By Ed Hulse


There are many individuals who love Movie memorabilia. These things mean a great deal to many and can be purchased from many different places. There are special on-line stores and websites that devote a lot of time and effort into such things and that have large followings.

A signed item, original movie poster or an outfit belonging to a star can mean a lot to some individuals or groups of people. Sound tracks, movie programs and special cigarette cards are sometimes sought after by certain people. Items that mention or are in reference to a certain film can also be immensely admired.

Original film posters or even re-prints are sometimes snapped up and framed, to be shown with pride in someone's home. A music sheet from a film, a book or signed picture of a star can be immensely valued. Raising money for charity by selling personal items is something that some stars do from time to time and these things often sell at very high prices.

Although a great many film collectibles are purchased by Film Buffs there are still some that are sold to individuals that value them for other reasons. One reason may be that they have seen a particular film with a loved one and want an item to do with that a film because it brings back happy memories. We can be reminded of good times in the past in many ways.

Others might just love a particular actor or actress, and just having a re-print of a film poster, or photograph with that star in it is enough. Sometimes having a movie with their favorite star in it and having an item they used in that film can be highly prized. Also having something that their favorite star owned personally can be greatly treasured.

It is true that some Movie memorabilia can be very costly indeed, but not all of it. However, it can be said that some things are priceless to those who have them and sometimes to those who want to buy them. If something is of value to you, only you know the price you are willing to pay for it.




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