Angela Matheson
Likely Ownership Signature (Private Citizen) · Literature / Personal Books (Ownership Mark)
Unknown / Personal Library
Era
Circa 1970s-1990s
Item Type
Book
Condition
Excellent; the ink is vibrant with no fading, and the paper shows minimal aging or yellowing.
Rarity
Common for personal ownership marks; not a recognized public figure in the memorabilia market.
Overall Assessment
This is a genuine signature of an individual named Angela Matheson, clearly used to denote ownership of the book. It holds no significant commercial value in the autograph market.
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic as a personal signature; low confidence as a celebrity autograph.
Signature Style
Cursive, legible, standard personal handwriting with a slight right-leaning slant and a connected horizontal sweep at the end.
Signature Characteristics
Natural flow, consistent pen pressure, 'A' with sharp peak, 'M' with rounded humps, and a terminal flourish extending through the last letters.
Ink & Medium
Blue ballpoint pen on paper (likely the flyleaf or endpaper of a hardcover book).
Item Description
The signature appears on the interior blank page of a book, likely used as an ownership mark. A pencil price '35' is visible in the upper right corner.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 (Utility/Personal Value)
Comparison to Known Examples
Does not match any high-profile celebrities or authors named Angela Matheson in autograph databases.
Authentication Tips
Compare name against known authors or significant historical figures; check flyleaf for dates or locations.
Certification Recommendation
Not recommended for third-party certification unless a historical link is discovered.
Red Flags
The placement (top corner of an inside page) and the presence of a pencil price suggests this is a used book once owned by a person named Angela Matheson.
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from a used bookstore or estate sale; no documentation suggests celebrity origin.
Historical Context
The practice of signing the inside of one's books for identification was standard throughout the 20th century.
Market Trends
General name signatures in books typically decrease the value of the book for collectors unless the owner was famous.
Investment Potential
None; this is a personal artifact rather than a collectible autograph.
Similar Autographs
Other common library or ownership name inscriptions.
Display & Preservation
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent ink fading; maintain moderate humidity typical for book storage.
Interesting Facts
The pencil '35' likely indicates the price ($35 or 35 cents) assigned by a bookseller.