Happy Birthday Martin Short - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Mars Attacks! Photo Hand-Signed by Martin Short and Lisa Marie

Happy birthday to comic actor Martin Short best known for his work on the TV shows SCTV and Saturday Night Live, the films Three Amigos (1986), Innerspace (1987), and Mars Attacks! (1996), as well as his characters Jiminy Glick and Ed Grimley. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo from the Tim Burton science fiction film Mars Attacks! which has been hand-signed by stars Short (Press Secretary Jerry Ross) and Lisa Marie (martian girl). In Excellent condition. Provenance from production crew member. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Howard Cosell - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Muhammad Ali teasing Howard Cosell

Today marks the birthday of American sports journalist Howard Cosell (1918-1995) who transformed the face of sports broadcasting. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a hand-signed First Edition Easton Press copy of Cosell's What's Wrong with Sports. The book examines the state of sports in America, discussing the Pete Rose scandal, college athletics and corruption, drugs in sports, bigotry, and more. A brand new unread copy in full leather binding with all edges gilt and a silk book marker. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Harry Houdini - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Harry Houdini Skeleton Key Display

Happy birthday to magician and escapologist Harry Houdini (1874-1926). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this skeleton key from Houdini's personal collection. The key is mounted, framed and glazed. Originally billed as "The Handcuff King," significant portion of Harry Houdini's early repertoire involved escaping from various sets of handcuffs (and other restraints) presented to him by challengers; he eventually expanded the act to include escapes from jail cells, locked canvas mailbags, crates tossed in rivers, and other such scenarios. The key was obtained from the estate of famous key and lock collector Paul Harter who originally purchased Houdini's locks and keys from Houdini's brother Hardeen. In fine condition. Framed display is approximately 15 x 16 inches. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus RR Auction COA.

Happy Birthday Ric Ocasek - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Lyrics & Prose Autographed by Ric Ocasek

Happy birthday to Ric Ocasek, best known as best known as singer, rhythm guitarist and songwriter for the rock band, The Cars. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this hand-signed First Edition hardcover copy of his book In Lyrics & Prose. Included throughout are Ocasek’s early handwritten notes and set lists, doodles and all. His work spans from The Cars’ self titled debut album in 1978 to Move Like This, released in 2011, as well as Ocasek’s six solo albums. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday William Shatner - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Star Trek Photo Hand-Signed by William Shatner

Happy birthday to actor William Shatner, best known as Captain James T. Kirk from the Star Trek television and film series. Shatner also starred in T. J. Hooker, Rescue 911, The Practice, and Boston Legal. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch Star Trek photograph that has been hand signed by William Shatner as Kirk. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Peter Graves - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Peter Graves Autographed Photo

Today marks the birthday of actor Peter Graves (1926-2010), best known for his starring role in the action adventure television series Mission: Impossible (1967-1973, 1988-1990).  Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from the show that has been hand signed by the late actor. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Ry Cooder - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Pull Up Some Dust & Sit Down 2 LP and CD Set Autographed by Ry Cooder

Happy birthday to musician Ry Cooder, best known for his incredible slide guitar work and eclectic music encompassing a range of musical styles, including rock & roll, blues, reggae, Tex-Mex, Hawaiian, Dixieland jazz, country, folk, R&B, gospel, and vaudeville. Our Collector's Treasure of the day is this copy of Pull Up Some Dust and Sit Down 2 LP and CD Set hand-signed by Cooder.  Brand new. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.