Denise Nickerson Signed Willy Wonka Violet Beauregarde Funko Pop #331 PSA/DNA Autographed
Ultra-Rare Denise Nickerson Autographed Funko Pop #331 – Violet Beauregarde – PSA Encapsulated & Graded
This is not just a collectible — it’s a true grail piece for Funko Pop and film memorabilia collectors. Signed by the late Denise Nickerson, who brought Violet Beauregarde to life in the 1971 classic Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, this Pop is considered one of the rarest celebrity-autographed Funkos in existence. Industry insiders estimate that fewer than 20 authentic signed examples are known worldwide — meaning most collectors will never even have the chance to own one.
Why so rare? Denise Nickerson was not a regular on the autograph signing circuit, and signed merchandise from her career is extremely limited. Factor in that Violet Beauregarde Funkos were only produced in small runs years before her passing, and the result is a combination of scarcity and pop culture significance almost never seen in the Funko market.
99.9% of Willy Wonka Funko collectors need this signed Pop to complete their set! Even without an autograph, this Violet Beauregarde Funko is vaulted and has been out of production for many years. Demand has skyrocketed, and in just the past year, values have doubled as collectors scramble to secure higher-grade examples. Finding one in very good condition like this one is becoming increasingly difficult due to the Pop’s age and the fact that many were not stored or handled with care. This example stands out as one of the few that has survived in the upper echelon of better conditions, now elevated even further by the addition of Denise Nickerson’s rare signature and PSA’s protective encapsulation!
— Hand-signed by Denise Nickerson (Violet Beauregarde)
— Among the top 1% of rarest signed Funkos ever documented
— Slabbed and permanently sealed by PSA for lifetime preservation and protection
— PSA has certified the autograph as authentic and graded the box an impressive 8.5, outstanding for a 9-year-old Funko Pop
— Autograph signed in blue paint pen for vibrant display
— Funko Pop #331 – Violet Beauregarde Edition / 2016 Funko San Diego Comic Con Convention Exclusive
The Pop comes in PSA’s tamper-proof permanent slab, offering museum-level protection and presentation. The images provided show the item from multiple angles to highlight its condition and display appeal.