Intriguing Stephen King/King Related/Dark Tower Auctions-Sales

[Randall Flagg]

Penny Wise...
Pennywise The Clown PAINTING Stephen King IT original ART Tim Curry






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Sorry, but $35+ for the German edition is unrealistic:
Stephen King "Glas" (German Edition of Wizard and Glass) Hardcover Edition

[Brice]

Well, maybe not for the metallic covered one, but I'd guess so for that one.

[Stockerlone]

Well, maybe not for the metallic covered one, but I'd guess so for that one.

This price is more realistic for this OVP book.
http://www.ebay.de/itm/Stephen-King-...item1c318e8a2d

[herbertwest]

Hello, I sell 2 proofs on ebay, and there is 1 day left for each auction.

BLOCKADE BILLY, proof.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King...:L:LCA:US:1123

SECRETARY OF THE DREAMS, volume 2, proof.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King...:L:LCA:US:1123

[Randall Flagg]

A tad expensive perhaps:
8 Stephen King Dark Tower lot Grant Hardcovers

STEPHEN KING: HEARTS IN ATLANTIS ARC Advance Readers PROOF 1999

Shannon-Boxed Set!:
Stephen King Box Set, King, Stephen 0340960663

[Lauterer]

Well, maybe not for the metallic covered one, but I'd guess so for that one.

This price is more realistic for this OVP book.
http://www.ebay.de/itm/Stephen-King-...item1c318e8a2d

Rolol tried to sell this several times i think. So this is still to expensive obviosuly...

[Shannon]

"Shannon-Boxed Set!"

Thanks, but I just got this one (for a hell of a lot cheaper, too, lol). Check my collection thread every now and then!

[Randall Flagg]

Missing the DJ, but the dustjacket is not tough to find.
$7:
stephen king wizard and glass grant hardcover first edition

In should just buy it, but I'll leave it up for members.

[Coulrophobia]

Heritage Auction has a few books up for auction. I think the floor auction begins on or around Wednesday, April 10, 2013.
http://historical.ha.com/c/item.zx?s...94&lotNo=36267

[bdwyer19]

I'm not too familiar with Heritage Auctions. Are they legit? The main reason I ask is that some of the signed 1/1s the have do not show any pictures of the signature.

[Coulrophobia]

I'm not too familiar with Heritage Auctions. Are they legit? The main reason I ask is that some of the signed 1/1s the have do not show any pictures of the signature.

I personally only ever purchased original art, and golden age comics from them. I got an alert based on Wrightson, and noticed a few books offered. They are a really big auction house, and they do back up what they sell.

I remember flack over some sports autographs, and this was their response.

"First, and most importantly, every autograph sold by Heritage is authenticated by PSA/DNA, James Spence, or both.

We cannot stress this enough. Due to the logistics of running constant auctions that begin and end every week, occasionally we must list material prior to its evaluation by PSA/DNA, who examines our Sunday Internet Sports Auctions (SISA). While this is admittedly not ideal, it is important to understand that no auction reaches its conclusion without that evaluation. Lots are pulled prior to the end of the four-week bidding process if they are deemed not authentic or questionable. Never will an autographed lot in a Heritage auction close prior to examination. We do understand it can be frustrating to bid on a lot only to have the auction end prior to the conclusion, but we would all agree that this is preferable to selling material that is not genuine. We would also suggest that ideally those who feel they have spotted a problematic item in a Heritage auction would bring it to our attention directly via email to Sports@HA.com, which would be the most effective course of action to ensure speedy removal of such items from auction. The entire hobby is improved when mudslinging is replaced by goodwill and a helpful intent.

Thank you,
Chris Nerat "
Cataloger - Consignment Director
Heritage
Auctions www.Sports.HA.com
ChrisN@HA.com

[carlosdetweiller]

Heritage is as legit as any entity can possibly be. They are very reputable and have no reason to knowingly sell fraudulent material. That's not to say they can't occasionally make mistakes but I think you can trust them.

My problem is with the certification services. I have seen King signatures deemed genuine by James Spence that I know are fraudulent. And problems with PSA/DNA are well documented. These COA's are not an excuse for not doing your homework. I wouldn't buy anything just on the presence of a COA. I would have to be comfortable with the signature myself.

A couple of years ago and not long after I had seen a fake King signature with a James Spence COA there were several Babe Ruth baseballs being auctioned by Heritage. I have always wanted a Babe Ruth signed ball and had just about convinced myself to bid on one. It would have sold for a few thousand dollars and there was no certainty that I could approach the winning bid but I was about convinced to try. Then I saw that James Spence had authenticated the signature. I knew from the fraudulent King signature they certified that they were not infallible and I realized that I was no expert in Babe Ruth's signature so I got cold feet and didn't bid. I'll likely never own a Ruth signed ball because there are forgeries out there and I am not comfortable enough to authenticate one on my own.

[Coulrophobia]

Heritage is as legit as any entity can possibly be. They are very reputable and have no reason to knowingly sell fraudulent material. That's not to say they can't occasionally make mistakes but I think you can trust them.

My problem is with the certification services. I have seen King signatures deemed genuine by James Spence that I know are fraudulent. And problems with PSA/DNA are well documented. These COA's are not an excuse for not doing your homework. I wouldn't buy anything just on the presence of a COA. I would have to be comfortable with the signature myself.

A couple of years ago and not long after I had seen a fake King signature with a James Spence COA there were several Babe Ruth baseballs being auctioned by Heritage. I have always wanted a Babe Ruth signed ball and had just about convinced myself to bid on one. It would have sold for a few thousand dollars and there was no certainty that I could approach the winning bid but I was about convinced to try. Then I saw that James Spence had authenticated the signature. I knew from the fraudulent King signature they certified that they were not infallible and I realized that I was no expert in Babe Ruth's signature so I got cold feet and didn't bid. I'll likely never own a Ruth signed ball because there are forgeries out there and I am not comfortable enough to authenticate one on my own.

That is why I stuck to comics, and art. If I personally did not get the signature I will always question a signature just a tiny little bit.

[bdwyer19]

Thanks guys. I'm intrigued by the Misery that's inscribed to Brian. It's just unfortunate that there is no photo of the signature.

[Coulrophobia]

Thanks guys. I'm intrigued by the Misery that's inscribed to Brian. It's just unfortunate that there is no photo of the signature.

Message them and ask I am sure they will do their best to get a picture up.

[divemaster]

I've won several book auctions from Heritage. In fact, my S/L Gunslinger I came from a Heritage-arranged sale. (I made them a fairly lowball offer once the actual auction winner backed out, and they accepted.) Several of my Arkham House gems came from them as well.

For the current auction, mentioned above, I've got bids in on 4 or 5 books. I don't expect I'll win, but it's fun to try. If I ever have to liquidate one of my collections, it will likely be through Heritage as they get some amazingly high prices. Certainly if I were a seller I'd skip all the eBay bullshit and use Heritage.

One thing I really like is if you get on their mailing list as a bidder, once or twice a year (when they have a themed "Grand Auction" for books) you'll get the very nice glossy item guide in the mail. There was one a couple of years ago that featured a bunch of golden-age sci-fi first editions and some amazing sci-fi original art pieces from the pulp era through the '70s. I don't collect art but my God some of those pieces were amazing.

[Coulrophobia]

I love the old Sci-Fi art simply incredible. My favorite art piece is from the pulp era (Black Mask), but I do not even have a clue if the original art exists today.

[Jimimck]

UK WTTK fax sig limited edition 1/700 with ok start price...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321100967765

[Randall Flagg]

Stephen King Skeleton Crew Russian ed hc 100% in Russian

[tippy4]

A good price on a King signed Dark Tower bookmark.

LINK

[Randall Flagg]

If it stays below $100 that is a deal. Now its at $80.

[Randall Flagg]

$3:
Umney's Last Case by Stephen King (1995, Paperback)



$4
1992 Stephen King Gerald's Game Overlook Connection Post Cards Limited Edition

[Randall Flagg]

$199 BIN, but starting bid $160:
Stephen King IT 25th Anniversary GIFT EDITON Only 2750 made AS NEW w/Slipcase!

[Randall Flagg]

No reserve. Starting at $167:
The Dark Tower VII : The Dark Tower Stephen King Signed Deluxe Limited Box

[Randall Flagg]

Just a terribly cramped signature:
Signed Stephen King Under The Dome Limited Edition



Another oddity. Perhaps the most "open" "p" I have seen recently. Not even sure anymore.
Stephen King signed Dark Tower 5 Wolves of the Calla autograph Hardcover