Re: [MOPO] To Sell Oscar Or Not To Sell Or Donate

[Flixspix]

Freeman  here, As Tom knows I was investigating his Oscar for several weeks as to its authenticity and market value for a very motivated client.  While there are still some questions I have about the piece that could have only been satisfied having the piece in hand for a thorough examination,  something he curiously would not allow nor would he stand behind its authenticity with a money back guarantee if on the very slim chance it was evaluated as something less than authentic.  That wasn't really the deal breaker but certainly contributed to my client bowing out.   The other overriding issue was the lack of a base plate.  No one I or my client talked to in great detail felt there was any tangible value anywhere near the ten thousand dollar price for the world famous  statuette.   So donating to the Academy would certainly be a magnanimous gesture,  but I certainly would pursue some advantage with taxes. But that might prove a tricky deduction as you can only deduct dollar amount paid over its recognized price which I believe is less than $700.   To ascertain an appraised value would be to have it evaluated by a licensed appraiser in such matters but again that would require sending the  piece most likely here to LA. And after numerous persuasive and earnest  emails I could not get that to happen.  Nevertheless my opinion of Tom was raised to the highest notch as he gave new meaning to the word "intransigent".   freeman fisher 8601 west knoll drive #7 west hollywood, ca 90069 Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___________________________________________________________________ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List Send a message addressed to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In the BODY of your message type: SIGNOFF MOPO-L The author of this message is solely responsible for its content.