BETTY GRABLE 1931 Vint EARLY Portrait SIGNED TO DADDY Before all the fame, glamour and spotlights… Start Price USD 9.99 Current Price USD 355.88 Time Left - Bid Count 13 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, August 30, 2008 End Time Saturday, September 06, 2008 Location Melbourne, Victoria See more about 'BETTY GRABLE 1931 Vint EARLY Portrait SIGNED TO DADDY ' Description "Before all the fame, glamour and spotlights......Before they were STARS" ITEM:  Vintage 1931, 7.5" x 9.6" Publicity Portrait of a 15 year old Betty Grable in one of the earliest closeup shots I have come across. If that wasn't enough, the portrait has also been signed in black ink – “Happy New Year, To Daddy 12/31/31” – (unfortunately I don’t have a CAO for this). Also note that there are two date stamps on verso – one Dec 1933 and the other Dec 1934. CONDITION:  Very good, doubleweight matte portrait, although the borders have been slightly trimmed. There is yellowing throughout and some corner wear, although it has the most velvety smooth surface and crystal clear image. Absolutely delightful and VERY rare find. SHIPPING:  Regular Airmail is $7.00 to ANY location in the world - which also covers multiple bids. All items are carefully packaged between sturdy sheets of cardboard and marked PLEASE DO NOT BEND on the parcel. PAYMENT:  I prefer PayPal, which allows me to receive your payment instantly and ship your item sooner. Alternatively, I also accept Wire Transfers or US dollars sent via registered post. Place a Bid!