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Peter Cushing

1913–1994

Biography

The English actor best known for his Hammer Films roles as Baron Frankenstein and Van Helsing, and for playing Grand Moff Tarkin in the original 1977 Star Wars. Admired as one of the most courteous gentlemen of British cinema.

Signature characteristics

A flowing, rightward-slanting signature, usually in ink. Later examples can show a slightly shakier hand.

Autograph history

Cushing corresponded widely with admirers, so authentic through-the-mail examples exist. Demand surged with Star Wars collecting, and Tarkin-related material commands the strongest premiums today.

Collector notes

🎣 Star Wars-related items attract the most forgeries — insist on reputable authentication.
🎣 Letters with content about his film work carry significant premiums.
🎣 Compare letter formation carefully against verified exemplars before buying.