Terms

Commonly used terms and abbreviations


  • Autopen - A machine that accurately duplicates a signature
  • B/W - Black and white
  • C - Color
  • CIC - Custom index card
  • COA - Certificate of authenticity
  • FOE - Forwarding order expired
  • HOF - Hall of fame
  • IC - Index card
  • IP - Autograph obtained in person
  • PC - Postcard
  • PP - Preprinted photo and signature
  • RTS - Return to sender
  • SASE - Self addressed stamped envelope
  • TTM - Autograph obtained through the mail