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Erich Topp multi-signed by 5 print! U-Boat KC Winner. U-552 Red Devils.WWII
PLEASE NOTE...I DO NOT HAVE A USABLE PHOTO OF THE WHOLE PRINT SIGNED BY THE 5.... ONLY A PHOTO OF A PRINT THAT WAS SIGNED BY 3, FROM THE ORIGINAL SIGNINGS.. THE 2 ADDITIONAL MEN WERE FOUND AFTER THE INITIAL SIGNING, AND THEN THEY SIGNED AS WELL...NOW MAKING 5. I TOOK A SHOT OF THE SIG AREAS, SO I COULD ADD THEM IN TO THE PHOTOS HERE... SO YOU COULD SEE WHAT THE PRINT SIGS LOOK LIKE THAT HAS THE SIGS OF ALL FIVE. THE PRINT YOU GET WILL HAVE 2 SIGS ON THE LEFT, 2 ON THE RIGHT, AND TOPP'S IN THE CENTER. THERE ARE NO OTHER REAL DIFFERENCES THANK YOU. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Beautiful, signed print of the crew of U-552....

Fiorello LaGuardia Signed Letter RE: Esmonde O’Brien Byrd Antarctic Ex Engineer
Fiorello LaGuardia Signed Letter RE: Esmonde O’Brien Byrd Antarctic Expedition Engineer This so a signed letter and signed envelope from Congressman Fiorello La Guardia sent to Esmonde O’Brien , a member of the Byrd Antarctic Expedition where he served as the Engineer. He had resigned his post as a marine engineer of NY Fire Company No. 77 and was reinstated by a special municipal assembly. These items were recovered from a warehouse in Brooklyn, NY over 50 years ago. Letter is in VG condition, envelope shows wear. Please see photos Signatures are not authenticated

MAFIA BOSS LUCKY LUCIANO GENOVESE CRIME FAMILY HANDWRITTEN Revelation Relic 49
The product is a handwritten Revelation Relic 49 /79 handwritten word from letter by Lucky Luciano Genovese, the head of the crime family in the United States. This historical item holds significance as it represents a piece of history from the Mafia era, making it a valuable collectible for those interested in autographs and historical artifacts. The authenticity of the signature adds to the allure and rarity of the item, making it a sought-after piece for collectors of historical memorabilia.

Abraham Lincoln Collector Meserve Offers Joshua Speed Negative
“Here is a small print from my negative of Joshua F. Speed about which I wrote. Speed was a close friend of Lincoln. “With best regards.

BLANCHE K. BRUCE SIGNED October 1890 1st Black US Senator & Auto On US Currency
Blanche Kelso Bruce (1841-1898), the son of a white Virginian planter and a black slave, was educated and emancipated by his father. Refused for Civil War service, he worked as a printer's assistant and steamboat porter, attended Oberlin College, and founded a school for black youths in Hannibal, Missouri.

Southern California Water Co. - Utility Stock Certificate - General Stocks
Vignette of man working on water tanks, etc. All original and authentic.

Bermuda - 20 Bermudian Dollars - P-60a - 2009 dated Foreign Paper Money - Fore
20 Dollars, P-60a. Security strip and hologram! Great frog vignette! Front and back shown. Read more at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bermudian_dollar Item ordered may not be exact piece shown. All original and authentic.

Cerrillos Coal Railroad Co. - Territory of New Mexico - 1890's dated Unissued
We have never seen a fully issued example. This is a branch line of the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway (ATSF), commonly known as the Santa Fe or AT&SF. To generate demand for its services, the ATSF strategically established real estate offices and sold farmland acquired through land grants granted by Congress.

POTTER STEWART - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 06/24/1981
Typed Letter Signed:"Potter Stewart", 1p, 5¾x9.Washington, D.C., 1981 June 24. The decision to retire was not easy, but I firmly believe that it is far better to go too soon than to stay too long. Sincerely yours," Potter Stewart (1915-1985), appointed by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, wasAssociate Justice from 1958-1981.

CLINT HILL Signed 3x5 Index Card - John F Kennedy Secret Service Agent Autograph
CLINT HILL Signed 3x5 Index Card - John F Kennedy Secret Service Agent Autograph

RUBY, JACK SIGNED DOCUMEN, LEE HARVEY OSWALD ASSASSIN, KENNEDY, CUBA, DALLAS, TX
In fine condition, with minor age toning and a small tear to upper right side. #12807ZWLI. THIS IS AN ORIGINAL HAND SIGNED AUTOGRAPH. This is our 34.

Oil Creek and Allegheny River Railway - Pennsylvania Railroad Stock Certificat
Interesting scene with horses, train and river boat at top center vignette and small train vignette at bottom center. In 1869, John Pitcairn was appointed its General Manager. All original and authentic.

Tombstone Consolidated Mines Co., Limited - 1902 dated $1,000 Arizona Mining B
Falling silver prices and high maintenance costs for the massive pumping machinery posed substantial obstacles. Item ordered may not be exact piece shown. All original and authentic.

Wright Brothers 1936 Check Signed By Orville
This item is a personal bank check signed by aviation pioneer Orville Wright. The check is dated February 19, 1936, for the amount of $200 and is made payable to Violet Pollard. Item Details Signer: Orville Wright (1871-1948), one of the inventors of the first successful airplane. Bank: The Winters National Bank & Trust Co. in Dayton, Ohio. Date: February 19, 1936. Amount: Two hundred dollars and 00 cents ($200.00).

1945 Typed Faber And Faber, LTD Letter - Signed: Elliot T. S. Eliot
You are buying a two page 1945 typed Faber and Faber LTD letter, which was signed by TS Elliot (The original mailing envelope comes with it) Buy with confidence 100% satisfaction guaranteed Provenance David Schulman autographs New York 1989 invoice Note: The buyer will receive the pictured invoice without the Post-it note establishing the fact that a big celebrity bought it in 1989

Letter Signed by Benito Mussolini and King of Italy Victor Emmanuele III
The product is a rare and valuable historical artifact - a letter signed by Benito Mussolini and King of Italy Victor Emmanuele III. This autographed piece of history offers a unique glimpse into the past, making it a sought-after item for collectors and enthusiasts. Authenticated by Nate D Sanders Auctions, this original piece from Italy adds to its historical significance and value, making it a prized addition to any collection of historical memorabilia.

Rome-Civita Castellana-Viterbe - 1907 Dated Stock Certificate - Foreign Stocks
Stock in purple and green. Rome, Italy. Gorgeous! Item ordered may not be exact piece shown. All original and authentic.

American Express Co. Signed by William G. Fargo - 1873 or 1881 dated Autograph
Especially Nice! He was a director of the New York Central and of the Northern Pacific railways. All original and authentic.

Compania Agricola Del Chapala, S.A. - 1911 dated Mexican Stock Certificate - C
Several rows of coupons. Choice condition. Item ordered may not be exact piece shown. All original and authentic.

Beckett certified BAS Louis L’Amour 3x5 Index Card 🔥 Autograph 🔥 Auto 📕 d1988
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Norfolk Southern Railway Co. - Rare Variety - 1956-1962 dated Virginia Railroa
Norfolk Southern Railway functions as the primary subsidiary of Norfolk Southern Corporation. Alongside its main competitor, CSX Transportation, Norfolk Southern holds a duopoly over the transcontinental freight rail lines in the Eastern United States.

Pittsburgh and Steubenville Rail Road Co. - 1888 dated Stock Certificate - Rai
Railroad Stock printed by Wm. Schuckman Lith., Pittsburgh. Some stub glue residue. Item ordered may not be exact piece shown. All original and authentic.

POTTER STEWART - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/01/1979
Typed Letter Signed:"Potter Stewart", 1p, 5¾x9.Washington, D.C., 1979 October 1. As a result of that selection, I shall not have the pleasure of an interview with you this year, but I do want to congratulate you on your record, and to convey my best wishes for a successful professional career.

1931 HAMLIN GARLAND AMERICAN NOVELIST AUTOGRAPH LETTER DISCUSSING BOOK, MEDAL
The letter which is signed in ink by Garland is hand-written on personal stationery with 507 CATHEDRAL PARKWAY NEW YORK CITY letterhead. Sullivan was a confidant to Theodore Roosevelt as well as a good friend and confidant to Herbert Hoover.

VINTAGE FOLDER OF THE ARISTOCRACY COLLECTION OF AUTOGRAPHS 1972
PHOTO FLAT 2 THIS IS A REFERENCE PAMPHLET AND ARE NOT REAL AUTOGRAPHS BUT SCANS OF WHAT THE AUTOGRAPHS LOOK LIKE.
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Fiji - One Dollar - P-71a - dated ND 1974 - Foreign Paper Money - Paper Money
1 Dollar, P-71a. Item ordered may not be exact piece shown. All original and authentic.

Coca-Cola Beverages plc (Coke) - 2000 dated Great Britain Stock Certificate -
So Popular! John Pemberton, born in 1831 in Georgia, is most renowned for inventing Coca-Cola. However, his life was significantly influenced by his service as a Confederate officer. In 1861, he joined the Confederate Army and eventually rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

J. Edgar Hoover Signed FBI Letter 1956-JSA LOA-Authentic Autograph DOJ Letterhea
Signer: J. Edgar Hoover. Position: Director of the FBI (1924–1972). Does not include any FDC, has its own LOA. Authentication: JSA Full Letter of Authenticity. Date: July 17, 1956. Signature: Original blue ink autograph.

Empress Josephine Napoleon Queen HANDWRITTEN Word Letter Cut Revelation Relic
The product is a hand-written letter cutting featuring the signature of Empress Josephine Napoleon Queen, making it a valuable historical relic. This original piece of writing, originating from the United States, holds significance due to its association with a prominent historical figure, adding a touch of authenticity and history to any collection or display. Ideal for collectors of autographed memorabilia or those interested in historical artifacts, this unique item offers a glimpse into the past with the personal touch of the Empress's own handwriting. Short run rare 46/75

Wayne Williams Signed Phoenix Lifers Group Flyer Rare
Nice Wayne Williams signed Phoenix Lifers Group Flyer Any questions feel free to Ask Please check out my other listings Thanks!

Charles H. Mayo & William Mayo Signed & Framed Pictures 1930s
The brothers created the Mayo foundation in 1915 to aid in the education.

general norman schwarzkopf Signed Personal Note / Letter
Awesome signed general Norman Schwarzkopf letter / note from 1991 from his central command base at Macdill Tampa Fl. Very nice historical piece from one of the finest Generals in America history , Patton MacArthur , Schwarzkopf ! Selling as you see no returns

ROBERT J. WALKER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/11/1862
Autograph Letter signed:"Robert Walker", 1 page, 7¾x9¾. Washington City, 1862 May 11. This mistake they desire to correct. Yours very respectfully". Robert J. Walker (1801-1869) was aU.S. Senator from Mississippi from 1836 until he was appointedSecretary of the Treasury by President Polk in 1845.

State of South Carolina Known as the Whorehouse Bond - 1871 dated 100 Sterling
The State of South Carolina Sterling Funded Debt 6% Bonds of 1871 stand as a notorious chapter in Reconstruction-era finance. Because of their fraudulent nature, the bonds were eventually repudiated and canceled by the state, rendering them worthless as financial securities.

GUY GARDNER NASA LEGEND GENUINE SIGNED AUTOGRAPH 1ST DAY COVER RARE
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New England Steamship Co. - Unissued Stock Certificate - Shipping Stocks
Unissued Stock printed by American Bank Note Company, New York & Boston. Attractive stock! Please specify color. Item ordered may not be exact piece shown. All original and authentic.

J. Edgar Hoover Signed First Day Cover FDC 1956– JSA LOA –FBI Director Autograph
Authentic J. Edgar Hoover autograph on a 1956 Mount Vernon First Day Cover, professionally authenticated by JSA with full Letter of Authenticity. A historically significant collectible from the longtime Director of the FBI and one of the most influential figures in American law enforcement. ⸻ ✍️ Item Details: * Signer: J. Edgar Hoover (FBI Director, 1924–1972) * Authentication: JSA Full Letter of Authenticity (LOA) * Cert #: BB77010 * Medium: First Day Cover (FDC) * Postmark: February 22, 1956 – Mount Vernon, VA * Signature: Original blue ink autograph ⸻ 📦 Condition: * Vintage envelope with light toning consistent with age * Clean overall presentation * Strong, legible signature * Minor handling wear (see photos)

South Easton and Phillipsburg Rail Road Co. - Unissued Railroad Stock Certific
Unissued Stock with red printing. Item ordered may not be exact piece shown. All original and authentic.

SPAIN ARTIST SALVADOR DALI SIGNED UNCOVER BOOK Signed Autographed 1942 ORIGINAL
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25th Amendment to US Constitution Original Signed by Bayh, McCormack, Humphrey
25th Amendment to US Constitution Original Signed by Bayh, McCormack, Humphrey