Pop duo KAREN & RICHARD CARPENTER authentic autograph cassette tape signed. Crisp, bold black marker signatures on color insert with inscription in Richard's hand and signed by both. 
 
The autographed cassette tape was obtained from the collection of a close, personal friend of both Richard and Karen and includes a fascinating signed letter of provenance.
 
CLOSE TO YOU is the second studio album by Carpenters. In 2012, the album was ranked #175 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. The album contains the hit singles (They Long to Be) Close to You and We've Only Just Begun.  The album and its singles earned Carpenters a remarkable eight Grammy Award nominations including Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Record of the Year, winning "Best New Artist" and "Best Contemporary Vocal Performance by a Duo, Group or Chorus" for the album.
 
CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY the highly respected JAMES SPENCE (JSA) Authentication Services Expert Examination. Sale includes original JSA Letter of Authenticity.
 
Signed insert is in good used condition. Cassette cover is in used condition with typical wear from use and handling, as shown.
 
UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE - simply one of the finest CARPENTERS autograph items available on the market.
 
We are eBay's leading sellers of authentic Carpenters autograph items. The perfect gift for the CARPENTERS fanatic! A remarkable investment-grade addition for the music aficionado, or autograph collection.
 
Sold as is, as shown.