Abstract: Collectable fingerprinted items, and methods of making such fingerprinted items, including original and simulated fingerprints for application to an item to create a collectable item. The processes may be used to create a variety of collectable items, such as instrument picks, pendants, key fobs, charms, and other collectables. The process includes taking an original fingerprint impression, using the original impression to create a simulated fingerprint impression. The methods optionally include altering at least one identifying characteristic in a manner that prevents identity theft of other misuse of the fingerprint impression. The process optionally includes applying the simulated fingerprint impression to an item, such as by making a mold incorporating the simulated fingerprint, such as by using CAD/CAM technology and molding an item using the created mold.

Abstract: A pick for a stringed musical instrument includes a first and a second surface. At least one of the first and the second surface has a replica of a fingertip impression for achieving enhanced pick gripability. A process for forming a stringed musical instrument pick includes the steps of forming the pick having first and second gripping surfaces. At least one of the first and second gripping surfaces has a replica of a fingertip impression therein for enhancing gripability of the pick. A pick holder for use in holding a standard pick used for playing a stringed musical instrument is also disclosed. The pick holder includes a first side and a second side connected with and spaced from the first side. A pocket is formed between the first and second sides and includes means for engaging the pick. At least one of the first surface of the first side and the second surface of the second side includes a replica of a fingertip impression for achieving enhanced pick gripability.