Joe Jackson Ad Piece

[GasHouseGang]

Is this real? I don't collect this type of item, but it just strikes me as a fantasy piece or reprint.

[TUM301]

Hey Mike, ya sorry didn`t notice the thread on the mem. side. I did find the old REA auction for a set of 5 or so and the Jackson did need the most restoration. Emailed the seller and he pretty much retold the auction writeup, and the resto shop in Seattle looks like a reputable chain. The main thing that concerned me was the infamous "flea market find" and that it reminded me of those Lou Gehrig Glove adv. that are so often faked. Anyway, if it is real a 16 by 10 standing Joe Jackson ad. that seems this scarce would be a great item for any collector but especially J Jax guys. Also if real. does the resto hurt the value a great deal?

[JamesGallo]

Well I think that went super cheap even with all the work. You really can't touch anything jackson for $500 so whoever got it got a great deal. I think it would have done better in cards rather then signs, but it was listed correctly otherwise so unless it is a fake I am not sure why it went so cheap. That being said I don't think I have ever heard of anyone faking these....

James G

[Leon]

I am always a bit skeptical of these type things. That being said if it's real it's a neat piece that might be able to benefit from some (more)restoration.