Signature is a facsimile signature. McQuarrie did not sign these due to health concerns.
Officially licensed by Lucasfilm, Ltd., this piece was available only at the "Animation Art Gallery" booth at Star Wars Celebration Europe in the U.K. July 13-15, 2007.
Animation Art Gallery held a pre-order of 50 pieces via their website, but only allowed pick-up of pre-orders at the show (would not mail out to customers).
Piece originally cost 45 Pounds. Conversion to U.S. dollars - $91.35 is approximate based on monthly exchange rate in July 2007.