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Posted By: Mike

As mentioned I collect original wire and news photos. And of course other objects made of paper. I have a bit of an advantage in that my daughter is a certified framer, and has been doing it for many years. She handles fairly valuable pieces of art work. So I trust her. She makes sure the object is 100% safe, and that it receives acid free everything. And UV protecting glass. Otherwise my valuable paper items would never see the light of day. Lay a newspaper out in the sun for 6 hours. Ouch ! The downside to this is that it can get expensive doing this. Even though I get a 40% discount because of my connections.

One more thing, I have wanted to buy items on e bay, which are framed, and I am certain they are 95% original. When I ask the seller what is on the back, I usually get a "I can't take it out of the frame". Or the owner won't let me look at the back. This when it gets difficult. You just have to go with your gut feel. So far, I haven't been burned, but I know I will someday.