Zane Grey Autographs
Zane Grey, born on January 31, 1872, in Zanesville, Ohio, emerged as one of the most celebrated authors of American Western fiction. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, Grey initially pursued a career in dentistry before discovering his passion for writing. He published his first novel, *Hawthorne,* in 1904, but it wasn’t until he began focusing on Western themes that he found remarkable success. His deep affinity for the American frontier, influenced by his early experiences camping and hiking in the West, shaped his literary voice and ignited an enduring fascination with the rugged landscapes and complex characters of the Wild West.
In 1907, Grey published *The Heritage of the Desert,* which marked a turning point in his career and solidified his reputation as a master storyteller. The novel exemplified his ability to blend thrilling adventure with a keen understanding of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Over the next few decades, Grey produced an impressive body of work, including more than thirty novels and numerous short stories, many of which depicted the struggles and triumphs of cowboys, outlaws, and settlers in the American West. His vivid descriptions and compelling narratives captured the imagination of readers and helped to define the genre of Western literature, making him an enduring figure in American cultural history.
Grey's influence extended beyond literature as he contributed to the popularization of the Western genre through his works and cinematic adaptations. Many of his novels were transformed into successful films, bringing the frontier to life for audiences across America. His passion for the outdoors also led him to become an advocate for conservation, as he frequently highlighted the beauty of nature in his writings, which resonated with a growing environmental sentiment during his time. Zane Grey's legacy endures, as his tales of adventure and exploration continue to be celebrated, serving as a testament to the enduring spirit of the American West.
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Current items with a signature of Zane Grey
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Traded items with a signature of Zane Grey
The most expensive item with a signature of Zane Grey (Zane Grey Signed 1930 Publishing Contract with Harper & Brothers (Last in Life)) was sold in April 2016 for $1,500.00 while the cheapest item (ZANE GREY THE LONE STAR RANGER 1914 AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED) found a new owner for $4.25 in July 2019. The month with the most items sold (11) was December 2009 with an average selling price of $25.11 for an autographed item of Zane Grey. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in April 2016 with $772.50 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $7.75 was September 2009. In average, an autographed item from Zane Grey is worth $30.00.
Most recently, these items with a signature of Zane Grey were sold on eBay - click here for more items.
| Picture | Item Title | Price | Store |
 | 1930 ZANE GREY ORIGINAL SIGNED CHECK | $40.00 |  |
| 1930 ZANE GREY ORIGINAL SIGNED CHECK | $40.00 | |
| 1930 ZANE GREY ORIGINAL SIGNED CHECK | $40.00 | |
 | Zane Grey Autograph Signed Bank Check from 1925 Framed Riders of the Purple Sage | $157.00 | |
| Zane Grey Autograph Signed Bank Check from 1925 Framed Riders of the Purple Sage | $157.00 | |
| Zane Grey Autograph Signed Bank Check from 1925 Framed Riders of the Purple Sage | $157.00 | |
| Zane Grey Autograph Signed Bank Check from 1925 Framed Riders of the Purple Sage | $157.00 | |
| Zane Grey Autograph Signed Bank Check from 1925 Framed Riders of the Purple Sage | $157.00 | |
| Zane Grey Autograph Signed Bank Check from 1925 Framed Riders of the Purple Sage | $157.00 | |
 | Zane Grey Signed Check - COA JSA | $71.50 | |
| Zane Grey Signed Check - COA JSA | $71.50 | |
| Zane Grey Signed Check - COA JSA | $71.50 | |
| Zane Grey signed check from 7/5/1926 western adventure author died 10/23/1939 | $225.00 | |
| Zane Grey signed check from 7/5/1926 western adventure author died 10/23/1939 | $225.00 | |
| Zane Grey signed check from 7/5/1926 western adventure author died 10/23/1939 | $225.00 | |
Latest News about Zane Grey
The Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country is inviting Rim residents and visitors to (03/22/2015): Grease is the word at Kiwanis Auction for Youth 'Sounds of the Season' slated at National Road-Zane Grey Museum in Norwich (12/15/2014): NORWICH -- The National Road-Zane Grey Museum will host "Sounds of the Season Along the National Road" on Thursday, Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m. Visitors will enjoy listening to local talented musicians, "Jacob Holmes and... Volunteers celebrated by officials of National Road-Zane Grey Museum, John and A (12/07/2014): Volunteers serving at the John and Annie Glenn Historic Site and at the National Road-Zane Grey Museum were honored on Wednesday during a celebratory luncheon at the Cambridge Country Club. Holiday events at the John & Annie Glenn Historic Site in New Concord and the Na (12/01/2014): NEW CONCORD – The John & Annie Glenn Historic Site in New Concord and the National Road & Zane Grey Museum at Norwich are both decorated for the season and welcome visitors for upcoming holiday events. Milford teen wins big at Zane Grey Fishing Derby (07/16/2014): LACKAWAXEN — Fourteen-year-old Jordan Metzger of Milford, PA reeled in three winning smallmouth bass and landed an Old Town canoe package valued at $800 when results of the Zane Grey Catch-and-Release Fishing Derby were announced on July 12.
Older News Stories about Zane Grey
Volunteers needed for John and Annie Glenn Historic Site and the National Road/Z (06/2014): NEW CONCORD -- The John & Annie Glenn Museum Foundation is inviting community members to become volunteer tour guides at The John and Annie Glenn Historic Site in New Concord and the National Road/Zane Grey... Activities galore slated during Zane Grey Family Day (04/2014): NORWICH -- Zane Grey Family Day will unfold on Sunday, April 27, from noon to 4 p.m. at the National Road/Zane Grey Museum with a variety of activities planned. Teachable Moments: Zane Grey helped create our western myths (02/2014): Author and adventurer Zane Grey battling a bluefin tuna. “Where I was raised a woman’s word was law. I ain’t quite outgrowed that yet.” Zane Grey birthday event Jan. 31 (01/2014): Zane Grey, one of the foremost writers of popular fiction in the early part of the 20th century, was born on Jan. 31, 1872. Bridge at the National Road and Zane Grey Museum refurbishment complete (12/2013): With the help of local businessmen, the Warren Pony-Truss Bridge on the grounds of the National Road and Zane Grey Museum got a fresh look with new planking and paint that will help preserve its historical significance for years to come. National Road/Zane Grey Museum and the John & Annie Glenn Historic Site welcome (10/2013): NEW CONCORD -- The National Road/Zane Grey Museum at Norwich and the John & Annie Glenn Historic Site in New Concord will both soon be decorated for the holiday season and they're inviting groups to host their own holiday gatherings in their unique settings. Lawson earns fair's Zane Grey Award (09/2013): A longtime volunteer with the Northern Gila County Fair, Eileen Lawson won the 2013 Zane Grey Award. Firefighters boat in to protect Zane Grey cabin on Rogue River (08/2013): Western author Zane Grey built a cabin on the Rogue River in 1926. The cabin, which now belongs to the public, still stands today - and will be around for years to come if firefighters have anything to say about it. National Road/Zane Grey Museum to present 'Forlorn River' on July 13 (07/2013): NORWICH --The National Road/Zane Grey Museum will show the Zane Grey movie "Forlorn River" on Saturday, July 13 at 7 p.m. There is no charge for the movie but donations are appreciated. The museum is... National Road / Zane Grey Museum at Norwich to show 'Cars' (06/2013): NORWICH -- The National Road/Zane Grey Museum at Norwich will be showing the movie, "Cars" on Thursday, June 27 at 7 p.m. This is a computer animated comedy adventure film produced by Pixar where... Buyers and sellers wanted at National Road/Zane Grey Museum during National Road (05/2013): NORWICH -- Saturday, June 1 is the annual Historic National Road Yard Sale which spans across the six states which the National Road crosses from Cumberland, Maryland to Vandalia, Illinois. Big day Sunday at National Road/Zane Grey Museum (04/2013): The National Road/Zane Grey Museum will host Zane Grey Day Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. A number of outdoor activities and demonstrations are planned. There will be Dutch oven cooking,... New Concord National Road/ Zane Grey Museum awarded grant (03/2013): NEW CONCORD -- The National Road/ Zane Grey Museum numbered among just 11 museums and historic sites across Ohio to receive grants recently from the Ohio Historical Society. How Zane Grey Put The Rogue River On The Map (02/2013): If the Rogue River is a river of characters, Zane Grey is the most famous.The iconic Western writer came to the Rogue in 1919 for a fishing expedition, and fell in love with it. Zane Grey Museum Welcomes In the Holidays (12/2012): The National Road-Zane Grey Museum opened their doors to the public Sunday as a way to say thanks. The museum wanted to do something extra for the holiday season and asked various businesses and local organizations to sponsor and decorate a Christmas tree. Zane Grey: Your 2 p.m. Buckeye Bits A&E trivia (11/2012): Check out our daily entertainment factoid, Ohio-style. Buckeye Bits - a quick bit of trivia about entertainers and Ohio. 
Smiley library's old and rare book auction features books by Zane Grey, Bill Mau (10/2012): The Friends of the A.K. Smiley Public Library offer collectors four very different subject choices in the current old and rare book auction. Trew: Zane Grey's novels sparked love of reading (09/2012): Not many people know that Zane Grey, the famous early-day Western writer, was born Pearl Zane Gray in Zanesville, Ohio, and attained a degree to practice dentistry. His first novel, "Betty Zane," was self-published in 1903 and took place back east. Columbia College professor, Zane Grey aficionado to be memorialized (08/2012): A memorial service is set Friday for the Rev. Charles “Chuck” Pfeiffer, a retired Columbia College religion professor, inveterate traveler and expert on Zane Grey and the American West.
