Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin
Legendary Stars of the 1980 film '9 to 5' · Entertainment - Film, Television, and Music
20th Century Fox / '9 to 5' Cast
Era
Modern era - likely 1990s to early 2000s
Item Type
Signed Index Cards
Condition
Excellent/Near Mint. The ink is bold, though Dolly's shows slight ink starvation. Cards are clean with sharp corners.
Rarity
Common as individual signatures; moderately desirable as a complete trio set.
Overall Assessment
A beautiful, high-quality set of signatures from three iconic Americans. Highly desirable for fans of classic cinema and Dolly Parton collectors.
Authenticity Assessment
Likely authentic. The signatures display the fluid, practiced stroke characteristic of these prolific signers. Confidence level: 90%.
Signature Style
Parton: Highly stylized with 'Love' inscription; Fonda: Sharp, vertical, and legible; Tomlin: Looped 'L' with a trailing horizontal finish.
Signature Characteristics
Natural flow, consistent pressure, and appropriate 'stop-and-go' points typical of authentic hand-signed items.
Ink & Medium
Black and blue felt-tip marker and ballpoint on multi-colored index cards.
Item Description
Three separate cardstock index cards (white, blue, and light green) each featuring a solo signature from one of the '9 to 5' lead actresses.
Estimated Value
$250 - $450 USD for the set of three.
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches high-quality authentic exemplars found in TPA databases for all three actresses.
Authentication Tips
Look for Dolly's consistent 'y' loops, Jane's sharp 'F' and 'd', and Lily's unique large 'L' and 'y' descenders.
Certification Recommendation
Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) or JSA (James Spence Authentication).
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; signatures lack the shaky 'slow-drawing' look of forgeries.
Provenance Notes
Ideally, these would be accompanied by a note explaining if they were obtained in-person or via a through-the-mail (TTM) request.
Historical Context
These women redefined workplace comedy in 1980's '9 to 5', becoming icons of women's empowerment in Hollywood.
Market Trends
Stable/Appreciating. Dolly Parton's market remains very strong; the '9 to 5' reunion themes consistently drive secondary market interest.
Investment Potential
Moderate. Good long-term value due to the legendary status of all three icons.
Similar Autographs
Cast-signed '9 to 5' posters or photos; Dabney Coleman (the film's antagonist) signatures.
Display & Preservation
Recommend custom matting into a triple-cut frame with a photo from the film using UV-filtering glass.
Interesting Facts
Dolly Parton is one of the most generous signers in history, often adding 'Love' or heart symbols to her autographs.