RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document and Autograph Auction

Retail magnate who founded the London-based department store Selfridges, becoming one of the most respected and wealthy businessmen in the United King

Representative from Pennsylvania who opposed fugitive slave laws and urged emancipation (1792–1868). Toward the end of his life, Stevens held more pol

German physicist (1874–1957) and winner of the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1919. He was also closely involved with the ‘Deutsche Physik’ movement under

ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, October 9, 1873. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In part: “I should be glad to unite with the bar

LS in French, one page, 8 x 10, May 9, 1821. Letter to Marion Pleudihen, in full (translated): “I need for my ship ‘The African’ ten logs of wood to b

Journalist (1849–1912), assistant editor of the Pall Mall Gazette, and founder of The Review of Reviews who perished in the Titanic disaster. Two lett

Excessively rare DS, signed “E. J. Smith,” one page, 7.75 x 6, stamp-dated November 21, 1895. Certificate of discharge issued to T. Riley, who served

Distinguished American painter (1756–1843) best known for his vivid historical scenes, and in particular for his epic canvas “Declaration of Independe

Administrator who served as secretary of state in President Abraham Lincoln’s cabinet (1816–1889). Partly-printed DS, signed “J. P. Usher,” two pages,

German physiologist (1854-1917) who received the 1901 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. ANS in German, signed “Prof. v. Behring of Marburg / Lahn

German physicist (1879–1960) who won the 1914 Nobel Prize in Physics for his research related to the diffraction of X-rays by crystals. ALS in German,

LS, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, November 27, 1903. “Our students pay their board, partly in work and p

LS signed “Danl Webster,” one page, 6.75 x 8, March 23, 1843. Letter to Charles S. Todd, US envoy at St. Petersburg, Russia. In full: “This letter wil

LS signed “Danl Webster,” one page, lightly-lined, 8 x 10, March 14, 1851. Letter of introduction to Jacob Burnet in Cincinnati. In part: “Allow me to

Partly-printed DS, signed “Dan’l Webster,” one page, 8.25 x 13.5, September 28, 1842. Warranty deed in which Webster, “in consideration of Fifteen hun

ALS signed “Danl Webster,” one page, 4 x 6.5, February 4, 1857. Letter to President Millard Fillmore. In full: “As you receive company this morning. I

Vintage matte-finish 8.75 x 10.5 photo of a painted portrait of Weizmann affixed to a 12 x 14 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black ink, “

Partly-printed DS, signed “Henry Wells” and “Wm. G. Fargo,” one page, 12 x 8.5, May 1, 1866. Handsomely engraved certificate for eight shares of capit

Signed book: Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age. First edition. NY: Alcoholics Anonymous Publishing Inc., 1957. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.5, 33

Governor of Massachusetts during the Civil War who helped to establish some of the first African-American army units (1818–1867). Original 2.5 x 4 car

Real estate magnate, military officer, and heir to the Astor fortune (1864–1912) who perished in the Titanic disaster. Importers and Traders National

Physicist and inventor (1903–1995) best known for inventing the first electronic digital computer. Color magazine page, 7.5 x 10, with an article rela

Ink signature, “Truly yours, P. T. Barnum, Dec. 30, 1875,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. In fine condition.

Signed book: The Piper. Private printing. San Francisco: Bohemian Club, 1938. Hardcover, 5.25 x 8, 80 pages. Signed on the opening pages in blue or bl

First female ‘General’ of the Salvation Army (1865-1950), and daughter of its founder, William Booth. Vintage pearl-finish 10 x 8 photo of Booth at he

Political activist (1833–1891) and one of the most famous English atheists of the 19th century, known for working closely with Annie Besant. ALS signe

AQS in pencil, “Thou art the strength of my life. Laura D. Bridgman, Hanover, NH,” on an off-white 4.75 x 2.25 lightly-lined slip, matted with an imag

British orator and statesman (1811–1889). ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, July 27, 1856. Letter to “Lady Alice Peel.” In part: “I h

Newspaper editor, minister, and politician (1805–1877) who served as governor and senator of Tennessee. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite full-length

African-American politician (1841–1898) who represented Mississippi as a Republican in the US Senate. Collection of five deeds of trust from 1890, all

French-born engineer (1769–1849). ANS signed “Mc I Brunel,” one page, 3.5 x 3, no date. Brief note to an unidentified recipient. In full: “I beg to ac

Lawyer and senator from Pennsylvania who was the most influential early advocate of proportional representation (1821–1899). Choice original 2.25 x 4

German biochemist (1903-1995), who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1939 for his work on sex hormones. He was initially forced by the Nazi

AQS on an off-white 3 x 2.25 card. Carnegie writes, in full: “Thine own reproach alone do fear. Andrew Carnegie.” In fine condition.

Diverse collection of nine checks of various types and sizes, each signed or endorsed by a notable figure. Signers are: Julius Erving, Cher, James Mic

Scarce and desirable matte-finish 3.75 x 5.5 portrait of the leader, signed in black ink in Chinese. Creases to lower corners, otherwise fine conditio

Prominent abolitionist leader (1810–1903) known as the ‘Lion of Whitehall.’ An ardent supporter of Lincoln, he served as American Minister to Russia f

Governor of the Territory of Washington (1826–1906). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Cole, boldly signed in black ink, “Geo. E. Col

Six carte-de-visite portraits of Civil War–era abolitionist congressmen, each signed in black ink. Signers are: Thomas Jenckes, George S. Boutwell, Ja

Senator from California during the Civil War (1821–1909) who was a strong advocate for Chinese immigration and civil rights. Original 2.25 x 3.75 cart

Senator from Pennsylvania during the Civil War (1815–1885). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Cowan with a stern expression, signed at the

British Conservative statesman (1859–1925) who was viceroy of India and foreign secretary. Ink signature, “Cuzon of Kedleston,” on an off-white 4.5 x

Signed book: Ethics for the New Millennium. First edition, first printing. NY: Riverhead Books, 1999. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 237 pag

Signed book: On Non-Violence and Compassion. Dharamshala, India: Department of Information and International Relations, 2005. Hardcover with dust jack

Signed book: The Dalai Lama’s Historic Visit to North America. NY: Clear Light Publications, 1981. Softcover, 8.5 x 11. Signed on the half-title page,

Inventor of the Monopoly board game (1889–1967). Peach-colored Chance Monopoly card, 3 x 1.75, issuing a “Ride on the Reading,” signed on the reverse

Representative and senator from Kentucky who opposed secession (1801–1872). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Davis in profile, signed at

Physician and temperance leader (1821–1894). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Day in a stoic pose, signed at the bottom of the image in b

Prolific American inventor (1873–1961) often referred to as ‘the father of radio’ for his pioneering work in wireless telegraphy. Bank check, 6.25 x 2

Commemorative cover, 7.5 x 4.5, with a cachet honoring the millennium countdown and the decoding of DNA, signed in black ink by Crick. In very fine co

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, The Salk Institute letterhead, May 14, 1997. Letter to Barbara Marinacci, editor of the book entitled Linus Pauling in His Ow

TLS signed “Francis Crick,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The Salk Institute for Biological Studies letterhead, February 24, 1999. Letter concerning a proposed

Glossy 7 x 5 photo of Watson, signed in black felt tip, “James D. Watson”; and an ink signature, “Francis Crick,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine

Four hardcover copies of Genes, Girls, and Gamow, each a First American Edition, signed on the title page in black ballpoint by Watson. In fine condit

Austrian Christian Social and Patriotic Front statesman (1892–1934), who was Chancellor of Austria from 1932 and right-wing dictator of Austria from 1

Democratic politician (1818–1893) who served as senator from Indiana. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Edgerton, signed in the lower bord

Partly-printed DS in Italian, signed “Vittorio Emanuele,” one page, 10 x 15, June 29, 1924. Untranslated. A noticeable diagonal crease, small tears al

US senator (1789–1871) who also served in the cabinets of William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, and Zachary Taylor. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of nine explorers, signed in various color ink and felt tip by eight of the men pictured. Signers are: Jacques Piccard (deepest di

Bank check, 7 x 2.5, filled out and signed by Field, payable to his daughter, Miss Alice D. Field, for $50, February 11, 1878. In very good condition,

American industrialist (1868–1938) who organized the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1900. He later became a close associate of Henry Ford an...

German chemist who received the Nobel Prize in 1973 for his work in organometallic chemistry. Cardstock 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Fischer seated at his desk,

Four items from the classic Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas. Items are: a scarce pair of original ‘birdseye spots’ dice from the casino, circa 1946–47; a

Politician from Vermont (1802–1866) who served as senator for over 25 years. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Foot in profile, signed in

Italian patriot and soldier (1807–1882) best known for leading the attack of the ‘Red Shirts’ on Sicily in 1860. Bold ink signature, “G. Garibaldi,” o

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Goodall interacting with a chimp, signed in black felt tip, “Together we can change the world, Jane Goodall.” In fi

Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Gorbachev with Ronald Reagan, signed in blue felt tip, “M. Gorbachev.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of

Leather softcover edition of the King James Bible (Reference Edition), 5.25 x 7.5, published by Thomas Nelson Bible Publishers, signed on the presenta

American statesman and jurist (1832–1895) whose important positions included secretary of state, secretary of the treasury, and postmaster general. Or

Senator and governor of Iowa (1816–1872). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Grimes, boldly signed at the bottom of the image in black ink,

Signed book: The Quest of the Romanoff Treasure. First edition. NY: William Farquhar Payson, 1932. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.25, 241 pages. Signed on the fi

English soldier and naturalist (1756–1835) who collaborated with John Edward Gray in the publication of Illustrations of Indian Zoology. ALS signed “T

Senator and secretary of the interior under President Johnson (1820–1899). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Harlan, boldly signed at

Czech writer, dissident, and politician (1936–2011) who served as the last president of Czechoslovakia and the first president of the Czech Republic.

Ink signature, “William Randolph Hearst, May 24th, 1911,” on an off-white 5 x 6.25 album page, signed by seven others on both sides, with collector’s

Swiss chemist (1906–2008) best known for the discovery of LSD. Glossy 5 x 7.5 photo, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In fine condition,

Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Courtney R. Cooper, payable to J. Edgar Hoover for $235.34, September 22, 1939, and endorsed on the

TLS signed “J. E. Hoover,” one page, 7 x 9.25, FBI letterhead, July 18, 1940. Letter to Congressman Hampton P. Fulmer. In part: “Please be advised tha

Three TLSs to William A. Johnson, an FBI agent: first is signed “J. E. Hoover,” one page, Department of Justice letterhead, February 15, 1935, in resp

TLS signed “J K Javitz,” one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate, Committee on Labor and Public Welfare letterhead, July 31, 1962. Letter to Mr. Alan

Two items: TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs letterhead, November 5, 1985. Letter to an admirer reads, in part: “Yo

Pencil signature, “Helen Keller,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 card. In fine condition.

Representative from Illinois during the Civil War appointed to a position in Alabama during Reconstruction; he returned to Congress to represent Alaba

Lawyer, journalist, and politician (1789–1869) who served as postmaster general under Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren. Partly-printed DS, one page

Signed book: JFK: The Last Dissenting Witness. First edition. Gretna, Louisiana: Pelican Publishing, 1992. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.75, 25

Souvenir typescript of the statement made by the arresting officers of Lee Harvey Oswald and submitted to Police Chief J. E. Curry, two pages, 8.5 x 1

Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Hill in the Dallas motorcade, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition.

Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Jack Ruby shooting Lee Harvey Oswald, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a crease to lower right corner.

Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Leavelle assisting Oswald on the stretcher, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label

Physicist (1923-2005) who won the Nobel Prize in 2000 for his 1958 invention of the integrated circuit. FDC with a cachet honoring Leonardo da Vinci a

The first king of Norway (1872–1957) who ruled from 1905 until his death. Ink signature, “Haakon R,” on a light gray 5 x 2.5 slip. In fine condition,

TLS signed “Henry A. Kissinger,” one page, 6.25 x 8.5, personal letterhead, July 6, 1984. Letter to Reverend W. Thomas Smith, in part: “I found your l

French naturalist (1756–1825). LS in French, signed “B. G. cte de Lacepede,” one page both sides, 8 x 12.5, Legion D’Honneur letterhead, November 19,

ALS, one page, 9 x 6.75, January 11, 1939. Letter to Carl Laemmle. In part: “A pioneer in the development of the moving picture industry, which has gi

Politician who served as secretary of war under Grover Cleveland (1851–1905). Choice original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet three-quarter-length photo of Lamont

British (1913–1996) paleoanthropologist who discovered the first fossilized Proconsul skull as well as the Laetoli footprints. Booklet entitled “Excav

One of America’s first female lawyers (1830–1917), she was a supporter of women’s rights and temperence. Ink signature, “Belva A. Lockwood, Atty &am...

ALS signed “Margaret,” one page, 5.75 x 8.25, Kensington Palace letterhead, March 12, 1985. Letter to Vera Hull. In part: “It is indeed nice to be hom

Italian patriot (1805–1872) who dedicated his life, much of which was spent in exile, to uniting his country under a republic. Uncommon ALS signed “Jo

Civil rights icon (born 1933) who gained worldwide attention in 1962 when, after a public political struggle between JFK and segregationist Governor R