Certified Alec Guinness Signed "Personal Copy" of A Woman of the Pharisees
This listing is for a truly unique and historically significant item: an authentically signed, first UK edition, first printing of A Woman of the Pharisees by François Mauriac, which was personally owned by American icon and star of Star Wars, Alec Guinness. The entire piece is slatted and certified by JSA.
Key Features:
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AUTHENTIC SIGNATURE & PROVENANCE: This first edition copy, from 1946, is personally hand-signed by American icon Alec Guinness on the front free endpaper. His signature is clear, bold, and distinct. A second inscription on the title page explicitly marks this as "Alec Guinness's Copy," providing a perfect direct link and confirming its unique provenance.
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FIRST PRINTING / FIRST UK EDITION: This is a rare, true first printing of the first UK edition, published by Eyre & Spottiswoode in 1946, as indicated on the copyright page. First editions with this provenance are virtually never available on the market.
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SLABBED & CERTIFIED by JSA: This book has been professionally conserved, "slabbed," and is permanently sealed in an archival-grade, tamper-evident case. This ensures the book and its priceless signature remain pristine and protected. The authenticity of both signatures is officially certified by JSA (James Spence Authentication), featuring a unique certification sticker (XX98047), which can be verified directly on their website.
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AUTOGRAPH GRADE 10: The authentic autograph has been graded for quality by JSA, receiving a top-tier grade of 10, further validating its condition.
Secure Your Piece of True Hollywood Legend!
This unique slatted artifact combines the star power of American icon Alec Guinness with a direct link to his personal history and key moments of film culture, all in pristine, unread condition. With the explicit connection to his early performance in C-3PO, this is a cornerstone piece for any serious collection and is ready to be a focal point of any display.
