About Aaliyah
Born Aaliyah Dana Haughton on January 16, 1979, this Brooklyn-born American recording artist appeared on the TV show Star Search at the tender age of 10. Her mentor and producer R. Kelly helped her launch Age Ain't Nothing but a Number, an album that sold three million copies in the United States alone. In her short career, Aaliyah contributed to many soundtracks and starred in a few major films. On August 25, 2001, her life was cut short when her plane crashed in the Bahamas. Credited for redefining contemporary rhythm and blues music, Aaliyah earned the nickname of the "Princess of R and B."
Types of Aaliyah Memorabilia
There are many types of collectable Aaliyah memorabilia. There are CDs and albums for the music fans; apparel, purses, and jewelrey for those who want a more personal item; and posters for people who want a larger image of the star or memory of a concert.
Aaliyah CDs and Albums
One of the most popular types of Aaliyah memorabilia available is music. They are often in the form of CDs, though some vinyl records can be found. Most CDs are genuine, even if large quantities exist because so many millions of her albums were sold. Some of the CDs and albums are sold at very low prices so make sure you're getting an official version. You can find great deals on sites like eBay so don't be surprised if you find CDs for bargain prices.
Vinyl, on the other hand, has a more limited supply. If a vinyl Aaliyah record is being sold for a CD price, this should alert the buyer to a potential issue. Again, this might just mean that the owner is unaware of the value of the piece. However, it is still wise to ask the seller questions and look into the authenticity, as very few vinyls are made anymore and the value further increases when the artist is not alive to produce anymore.
Apparel
Aaliyah clothing is an excellent collectible choice for collectors of all ages. There are several types of clothing available from T-shirts to hats and pants to dresses. Aaliyah's image and name are found on a wide variety of clothing types. If these are being sold at low prices, it's likely because they are very easy to reproduce. However, if the clothing is sold at a very high price, you should look a little deeper to check its heritage. If it claims to be some rare item or limited edition, do a little research before you purchase. Many such items are indeed rare and valuable, while in other cases they may be copies of designs of valuable pieces of clothing. For the most part, the clothing items you find for sale include a wide selection of merchandise that is fun to own.
Purses and Bags
There are also a number of purses and bags on the market. You can find Aaliyah's name and likeness printed on tote bags, smaller handbags, coin purses, and a wide variety of other types of carrying bags. These purses and bags are similar to apparel memorabilia in that they are reproduced quickly. Because they are not original to Aaliyah in any way, they should not have a high price tag. Look for reasonably priced items in this category. If a seller alleges the bag or purse was owned by the artist, do some research to authenticate this fact.
Jewelry
Another memorabilia item you may find for sale is jewelry. There are quite a variety of attractive jewelry items with Aaliyah's name and image to be found, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings, and many pieces are in the form of "dog tag" style jewelry. As with all other collectable items, unless the seller claims that the piece of jewelry was actually worn by the star or autographed, these items should be priced relatively low. However, any items Aaliyah owned will cost thousands of dollars.
Household Items
If you are looking for something a little more day-to-day, you will find a number of home and garden items with Aaliyah's image like wall art, kitchen coasters, refrigerator magnets, pillow cases, and light switch covers. While many Aaliyah collectibles exist in this category, most should not be high priced.
Aaliyah DVDs
Aaliyah performed many recorded concerts so there are several DVDs of her performances. Naturally, as she was also an actress, there are also many copies of Romeo Must Die and Queen of the Damned on the market. Be aware that these movies should not cost more than any other new or used DVD, as they are widely available.
Movie Posters and Advertisements
There aren't as many Aaliyah posters available as there are items in many of the other categories. Autographed posters will cost thousands, while most other posters should come in at a standard poster cost. Frame posters naturally cost more due to framing expense. If the seller alleges that it is rare or autographed, check out the time period, verify the signature, and research other important aspects before buying.
Often people sell movie posters and advertisements from the era the movie was released. Magazine articles with a date are worth a little more than a standard magazine, but they should not be exorbitant. While the magazine issue itself may be rare, the imagery of the advertisement may not be. Whether it has any value later depends on the condition. If you want to purchase a piece to see if it gains value, make sure the collectible is in good condition and be sure to store it in a safe place. You should be cautious any time a price seems too high or too low. Other movie memorabilia like costumes from the actual movie definitely should be authenticated. If an item is real, the starting price will be in the thousands of dollars. Be careful about purchasing these collectibles, as they are difficult to validate.
Aaliyah Autographs
Many autographed items are sold on eBay and finding them is fairly simple. Look for signed photographs, posters, and CDs as well. Some signatures are clearly listed as reprinted autographs so you know exactly what you are getting. Naturally, they are not worth the same as an original autograph, but can be a great item for those that want an inexpensive tribute to this music and film star.
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