Since the days of the pony express, collectors have used the mail to get those things that they treasure, desire and collect.  Today is no different.  With today high technology, just about any thing you want can be obtained by mail. Autograph collecting is one of those things that is done by mail.  By using the mail you can get autographs that you may not be able to get any other way.  Collecting via mail is easy.  Some research on your part may have to be done first.  You have to know the full name and address of your celebrity.

The full name may not be necessary in every case, but you do have to know the name the celebrity uses most frequently.  When you are autograph collecting via mail, you also need stamps, #10 envelopes, 9×12 envelopes, pen, unlined paper and unlined cards.  If you have a computer, there are many sources available that will help you with your research.  After you have gotten all your supplies and addresses, you are now ready to make some contact.  Now you are ready to compose your letter.  It is always a good idea to type your request.  If you cannot type it or get someone to do it for you, make sure you take time to write legible. Let’s remember that celebrities are busy so whatever you write needs to be brief, readable and cordial.  If you are not brief and to the point, there is a much lesser chance of you getting a response because they may not have time to read a long 2 or 3 page letter.  Some even type AUTOGRAPHED PHOTO in all caps.  By all means don’t mention your request casually.  Also remember to be complimentary, after all they are human beings too and may just need a little lift.   Just in case your celebrity does not have an available photo, autograph collecting includes 3×5 cards that are signed.

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