Shirley Temple Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
SHIRLEY TEMPLE
Born: April 23, 1928 in Santa Monica, California
Died: February 10, 2014 in Woodside, California
Shirley Temple was born on April 23, 1928, in Santa Monica, California and she was an American actress and worked in public service and diplomacy.
Temple began taking dance lessons at age three and was discovered by educational film producers, leading to her first screen appearances in 1932. She starred in the movies Stand Up and Cheer! and Bright Eyes (1934), which introduced her signature song “On the Good Ship Lollipop.” She had an exclusive contract with 20th Century Fox and a rapid succession of box office hits, such as Curly Top (1935), Heidi (1937), Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm (1938), and The Little Princess (1939).
Temple was awarded a special Juvenile Academy Award in 1935, the first of its kind, for her outstanding contribution to motion pictures during 1934. At the height of her popularity, she was the top box-office draw in America from 1935 to 1938. Her image was licensed for numerous consumer products, and she became a symbol of optimism during the Great Depression. As she grew older, her popularity declined, and by the mid-1940s, Temple retired from acting at age 22. She briefly returned for a television series, Shirley Temple’s Storybook (1958–1961), before retiring permanently from entertainment.
Temple transitioned into politics and diplomacy in the 1960s and 1970s. She ran unsuccessfully for Congress in 1967 and was later appointed to several significant diplomatic posts. She served as U.S. Ambassador to Ghana (1974–1976), Chief of Protocol of the United States (1976–1977), and U.S. Ambassador to Czechoslovakia (1989–1992) during the end of the Cold War and the Velvet Revolution. Throughout her life, Temple received numerous honors, including the Kennedy Center Honors in 1998.
Temple began taking dance lessons at age three and was discovered by educational film producers, leading to her first screen appearances in 1932. She starred in the movies Stand Up and Cheer! and Bright Eyes (1934), which introduced her signature song “On the Good Ship Lollipop.” She had an exclusive contract with 20th Century Fox and a rapid succession of box office hits, such as Curly Top (1935), Heidi (1937), Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm (1938), and The Little Princess (1939).
Temple was awarded a special Juvenile Academy Award in 1935, the first of its kind, for her outstanding contribution to motion pictures during 1934. At the height of her popularity, she was the top box-office draw in America from 1935 to 1938. Her image was licensed for numerous consumer products, and she became a symbol of optimism during the Great Depression. As she grew older, her popularity declined, and by the mid-1940s, Temple retired from acting at age 22. She briefly returned for a television series, Shirley Temple’s Storybook (1958–1961), before retiring permanently from entertainment.
Temple transitioned into politics and diplomacy in the 1960s and 1970s. She ran unsuccessfully for Congress in 1967 and was later appointed to several significant diplomatic posts. She served as U.S. Ambassador to Ghana (1974–1976), Chief of Protocol of the United States (1976–1977), and U.S. Ambassador to Czechoslovakia (1989–1992) during the end of the Cold War and the Velvet Revolution. Throughout her life, Temple received numerous honors, including the Kennedy Center Honors in 1998.
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 140218Card signed by Shirley Temple displaying her signature in quotation marks. Accompanied by the front cover of a songbook from the film The Littlest Rebel, which co-starred Bill “Bojangles” Robinson. Includes a photocopy of the complete songbook.Sale Price $595.00
$700.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 48267Album leaf signed by Shirley Temple with the inscription "Shirley Temple" and co-signed by Vince Barnett on the verso with the message "To Eddie/your pal/Vince Barnett". Includes a magazine photograph affixed at the right.
Price: $180.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 70253Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Eddy/Sincerely/Shirley Temple". Celebrating the career of Shirley Temple, the most popular child actress, this item highlights her transition to teenage stardom, capturing her legacy in film and television.
Price: $400.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 165912Publicity photograph of Shirley Temple, depicting her as an early adult, inscribed and signed: "To Mrs. Baleria,/Love,/Shirley Temple". Temple, a prominent child actress, enjoyed a successful career and later served as a U.S. diplomat.
Price: $300.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 253509Publicity photograph of Shirley Temple, inscribed and signed: "To Barbara/Sincerely/Shirley Temple". Known for her roles in films like Stand Up and Cheer and Heidi, Temple also had a successful career as a diplomat.
Price: $400.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 255518Photograph of Shirley Temple as a young adult, inscribed and signed: "Kindest regards to/Jess Hoaglive-from,/Shirley Temple". Temple, a renowned child actress, later served as a U.S. Ambassador and received numerous accolades for her contributions to entertainment.
Price: $450.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 257451Photograph of Shirley Temple, depicting her as a young adult leaning over a chair. Inscribed and signed: "With all the best in/wishes to Jess Hoaglive,/from,/Shirley Temple". Temple was a renowned child actress and later a diplomat.
Price: $425.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 284622Photograph of Shirley Temple as a young woman reclining in a sun dress, inscribed and signed: "To Judy,/Love,/Shirley Temple". Known for her roles in films like Stand Up and Cheer and Heidi, she later became a diplomat.
Sale Price $315.00
$380.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1979 - HFSID 156724Photograph of Shirley Temple, wearing a polka dot dress, signed and inscribed as "To Jane Mendoza/Best Wishes,/Shirley Temple Black/1979". The child actress, known for her iconic roles, signed this piece in 1979.
Sale Price $225.00
$280.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1980 - HFSID 20356Photograph inscribed and signed by Shirley Temple Black, reading "To Earl/Best Wishes,/Shirley Temple Black/1980", using red felt tip. Temple, a renowned child actress, also had a notable career as a diplomat and received multiple awards.
Price: $280.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1984 - HFSID 74184Inscribed movie still from Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm shows Shirley Temple, signed with the inscription: "To Judi McMahon/Best Wishes,/Shirley Temple Black/1984". This 1938 film still highlights Temple's status as a prominent child actress.
Price: $280.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1985 - HFSID 42099Photograph of Shirley Temple as a child star, signed in 1985 with her married name. It is inscribed: "To J. Weir/Best Wishes,/Shirley Temple Black/1985". Temple was a renowned child actress and later a U.S. diplomat.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1985 - HFSID 42100Photograph of Shirley Temple inscribed and signed: "To Robert Polk/Regards,/Shirley Temple Black/1985". Capturing her in a British army helmet from the 1937 film Wee Willie Winkie, the item reflects her legacy as a celebrated child actress.
Price: $320.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1985 - HFSID 42101Photograph inscribed and signed by Shirley Temple Black in 1985, reading "To Robert Polk/From,/Shirley Temple Black/1985". Known as the most popular child actress in history, she had numerous hit films in the late 1930s.
Price: $320.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1997 - HFSID 292070Photograph showing Shirley Temple holding a rabbit in a bowl, inscribed and signed in 1997 as "To Terry/from/Shirley Temple Black/1997". Known as the most popular child actress, she earned a special Academy Award in 1934.
Price: $300.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1947 - HFSID 37051Photograph of Shirley Temple in her teen years, inscribed and signed: "To Edward with/all the best in wishes/Sincerely/Shirley Temple". Dated in pencil on verso: "Jan. 14, 1947". Notable child actress with significant contributions to film and later diplomacy.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 312832Photograph of Shirley Temple as a young woman wearing a white sweater, signed with "Shirley Temple". Includes a facsimile signature on the bottom right. Temple was a renowned child actress with a successful career spanning films and television.
Price: $240.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH 1983 - HFSID 159613Photograph of Shirley Temple, signed in 1983, displays the child star wearing a bonnet. It features the inscription "Shirley Temple Black/1983". Known for her iconic roles in films like Bright Eyes, Temple later became a U.S. diplomat.
Price: $280.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH 1990 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 190980Photograph signed by Shirley Temple and Sybil Jason, dated 1990, displays both child stars of the 1930s. Signatures include "Shirley Temple Black/1990" and "Sybil/Jason". Temple is noted for her iconic film roles and later diplomatic career.
Price: $200.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED POSTER - HFSID 59886Poster signed "Shirley Temple" displays vignettes from her career as a child star. Temple signs her maiden name, adding rarity to this 24x30 color poster. Notable works include Bright Eyes, Curly Top, and Heidi.
Sale Price $625.00
$750.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED POSTER - HFSID 61715Poster illustrating Shirley Temple's child star roles, signed as "Shirley Temple". Capturing vignettes of her career, this color poster is notable for her signature style post-1950 marriage, highlighting her legacy as a prominent child actress.
Sale Price $425.00
$500.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - DOCUMENT SIGNED 03/12/1938 - HFSID 167109Document signed by Shirley Temple, dated March 12, 1938, pledging half of 1% of her earnings to the Motion Picture Relief Fund. The subscription is addressed in her hand, highlighting her contributions to the film industry during her prominent career.
Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - EPHEMERA UNSIGNED - HFSID 225923Souvenir plate decorated with colorful images from Stand Up and Cheer, Bright Eyes, Curly Top, Dimples, Heidi, and The Littlest Rebel. Item is unsigned and made of porcelain, commemorating Shirley Temple’s film legacy.
Price: $125.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - INSCRIBED BOOK PHOTOGRAPH SIGNED 1983 - HFSID 157077Book photograph inscribed and signed: "To George Jones/Best Wishes,/Shirley Temple Black/1983". It depicts Shirley Temple dancing in a party dress, highlighting her status as a renowned child actress and later diplomat.
Price: $200.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - INSCRIBED BOOK PHOTOGRAPH SIGNED 1985 - HFSID 265398Book photograph of Shirley Temple, signed in 1985 with the inscription, "To Susan Sherrill/Best Wishes,/Shirley Temple Black/1985". Known as the most popular child actress in history, Temple had a celebrated career in film and later as a diplomat.
Price: $220.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - INSCRIBED EPHEMERA SIGNED 1979 - HFSID 22983Paper doll inscribed and signed by Shirley Temple Black in 1979 with the message "To Chuck/From,/Shirley Temple Black/1979". This ephemera captures her as a child actress, known for her iconic roles and significant contributions to film and diplomacy.
Price: $180.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - INSCRIBED MAGAZINE COVER SIGNED 1984 - HFSID 74181Magazine photograph inscribed and signed: "To Judi McMahon/From/Shirley Temple Black/1984". This is the November 1950 cover of Photoplay, showcasing Shirley Temple as a young adult and highlighting her contributions to film and diplomacy.
Price: $180.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - INSCRIBED SHEET MUSIC SIGNED 1985 - HFSID 226731Cover of sheet music for "On the Good Ship Lollipop" from Bright Eyes, inscribed and signed by Shirley Temple Black in 1985. Inscription reads: "To the Students of/the Woodland Hills/School District/Best Wishes,/Shirley Temple Black/1985".
Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - MAGAZINE PHOTOGRAPH SIGNED - HFSID 46804Magazine photograph signed by Shirley Temple, featuring her rare signature: "Shirley Temple." Known for her iconic roles in films like Stand Up and Cheer and Bright Eyes, Temple's signature is noted for its poor contrast and rarity.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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SHIRLEY TEMPLE - PANTS UNSIGNED - HFSID 281524Jodhpurs worn by Shirley Temple feature a Western Costume Design label identifying her. The unsigned green wool knit pants include satin trim and a stock number inked in. Temple is renowned as a prominent child actress from the late 1930s.
Price: $900.00
