The Notorious B.I.G. Signed “Ready to Die" Album Flat With Incredible “Da Illest Junior Mafia" Inscription (JSA). An incredibly rare “Ready to Die" album flat signed by The Notorious B.I.G. in black felt tip pen. Biggie has inscribed the album flat, “To Jay, Keep Bangin! B.I.G. Da Illest 95 Jm."
Provenance/Authenticity: James Spence Authentication (JSA) Letter of Authenticity and a Gotta Have Rock and Roll Certificate of Authenticity.
Cultural Significance: Released on September 13, 1994, by Bad Boy Records and Arista Records, “Ready to Die" is the debut studio album by The Notorious B.I.G. Recorded at The Hit Factory and D&D Studios in New York City from 1993 to 1994. The partly autobiographical album narrates the rapper's life experiences as a young criminal. It was the only studio album released during his lifetime, as he was murdered sixteen days before his second album launch. Signed copies are extremely rare.
Condition: Fair condition, with a crease in the album cover.