Why do we collect?

We all love collecting. Let’s face it, that’s why you’re here reading my blog today, when you could be doing a million other things.

Personally, I love the authentic, aesthetic appeal of holding something fungible, something tangible in my hands.

In a world of AI and cryptocurrency, it’s no wonder that we as humans crave a physical, perceptible product.

Look at the resurgence of vinyl records as an example. Every households favourite daughter is “Alexa” The one family member who can instantly find and play that obscure 1980s one hit wonder, or transport you back to your university party days. Despite the meteoric rise in the access to instant streaming, record vinyl sales are at their highest point since 1987!

People need to hold a physical item.

This goes hand in hand with music autographs, which now command a higher demand than at any point in the past. As you well know, there’s nothing like holding a piece of music history in your hands.

Let’s take a closer look at the world of music autographs.

Music autographs come in many forms. Whether they by signed on album covers, ticket stubs, posters, instruments, handwritten lyrics, photographs, flyers or personal items, there is no limit to the items that are considered collectable.

Music autograph collectors come from every walk of life, bringing together a global throng of enthusiasts from every conceivable background, united in their love of an artist and resulting in a thriving international market of vast demand.

Due to the nature and the relatively young age of the music autograph industry there are many fakes in circulation. Therefore, a sound provenance is of utmost importance. Often collectors have no way in determining the history of an autograph. This can lead to doubt and uncertainty and a degree of stress. That’s where we at AFTAL can help put your mind at ease. As the modern music autograph expert for AFTAL Authentication, I have devoted my life to examining the authenticity of music autographs, so that you don’t have to.

I’m privileged to be able work with my true passion every day, and it’s an honour to be able to evaluate and authenticate your items. There’s no better feeling than attaching that AFTAL authentication sticker and knowing that the future value and irrefutability of that piece is forever secure.

AI, robotics and cybernetics are the future, but a physical treasure can never be replaced.