Autograph Abbreviations
- AP = Short for Autopen (see below)
- Autopen = A machine that duplicates a person's signature. At times it is very hard to tell the difference between an "auto pen signature" and a real one.
- BW, B/W, etc... = Black & White
- IP = An autograph obtained in person.
- IRC = International Reply Coupon. These are used when requesting autographs from foreign countries. You put them inside of your SASE to cover the cost of postage back to you. Purchase them at your post office.
- PP = Pre-Print/Facsimile - an exact reproduction of a person's signature. Often photocopied, or electronicaly duplicated.
- RTS = Return to Sender - Unable to forward, refused, incomplete address, etc.
- SAE = Self Addressed Envelope
- SASE = Self-Addressed, Stamped Envelope
- VV = Via Venue. A request that is sent to a celebrity prior to them performing in an event (concert, play, etc). A VV should be sent and timed to arrive 2-3 days prior to the event.
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