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