Rod Organ "Joey's Island" signed print AP .
 
Hand Signed by Joey Dunlop and Artist Rod Organ  AP.
 
Overall framed size:  41in  x  33in
 
The difference between a numbered limited edition print and an artist’s proof (AP) comes down to purpose, quantity, and how they’re marked:
 
1. Numbered Limited Edition Print
These are the standard prints released as part of an edition.
Each print is numbered as a fraction, like 12/100 (meaning it’s the 12th print out of a total of 100).
The edition size is fixed and declared in advance.
These are the prints typically sold to collectors and the public.
 
2. Artist’s Proof (AP)
Artist’s proofs are separate from the main edition.
Originally, they were used by the artist to check quality during printing.
Instead of a number, they’re marked “AP” (or sometimes “A/P”).
There are usually fewer APs — often around 5–15% of the main edition size.
They’re often signed just like the regular edition.
 
Key Differences in Practice
Quantity: APs are rarer because there are fewer of them.
Numbering: Limited editions have fractions (e.g., 12/100); APs just say “AP.”
Purpose: Limited editions are for sale; APs were originally for the artist’s use.
Perceived Value: APs can sometimes be more desirable to collectors due to their scarcity and closer association with the artist — but this isn’t universal.