RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document, and Autograph Auction

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Headquartered in Boston’s North End, RR Auction is a globally recognized and trusted source for rare documents, manuscripts, autographs, and historic artifacts. Since its inception in 1980, RR has achieved countless record-setting prices in over 425 successful sales, including Truman Capote’s hand-notated manuscript for Breakfast at Tiffany’s for over $300,000, President Kennedy’s 1963 convertible for $318,000, and a pair of Bonnie and Clyde’s guns for over $500,000. Internationally known and frequently featured in all media outlets—with appearances on NBC’s Today Show, CBS This Morning, Fox News, the New York Times Sunday Magazine, and the London Times—RR Auction prides itself on selling authentic material, thoroughly examined by in-house experts and third-party authenticators, to uphold the guarantee of authenticity. With a stunning full-color print catalog and a massive online presence, RR Auction’s nearly four decades of business continue to grow, achieving record prices for clients around the world.
ALS - Autograph Letter Signed
ANS - Autograph Note Signed
AQS - Autograph Quotation Signed
AMQS - Autograph Musical Quotation Signed
DS - Document Signed
FDC - First Day Cover
Inscribed - “Personalized”
ISP - Inscribed Signed Photograph
LS - Letter Signed
SP - Signed Photograph
TLS - Typed Letter Signed
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Groucho Marx826 - Groucho Marx
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Vintage pearl-finish 10 x 8 MGM publicity photo of Groucho, Harpo, and Chico sporting cowboy hats for their film Go West, signed later in black felt t
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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Anna Pavlova827 - Anna Pavlova
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Russian-born prima ballerina (1881–1931) who won international fame for her exquisite interpretations of classical roles. Vintage semi-glossy 5.25 x 4
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Marilyn Monroe828 - Marilyn Monroe
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Original glossy 10 x 8 photo of Monroe in her famous sparkling cocktail dress entertaining troops in 1954, with one person adjusting something on her
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Estimate : 600.00 - 800.00
 
 
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Rat Pack829 - Rat Pack
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Cocktail napkin from the Sands Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, 4.75 x 4.75, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Paul Robeson830 - Paul Robeson
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ALS, one page, 6.25 x 8, February 9, 1928. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Thank you so much for including me in the list of your famous people. I am
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Lillian Russell831 - Lillian Russell
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Actress and singer (1860–1922) who became one of the most famous performers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Lovely vintage glossy 8.25 x 12
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Elizabeth Taylor832 - Elizabeth Taylor
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Gorgeous vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Taylor in a strapless top, circa 1950–51, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Howard—Best wishes
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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J. Willis Sayre Collection833 - J. Willis Sayre Collection
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James Willis Sayre (1877–1963) was a Seattle arts critic and journalist who specialized in music and theatre. Impressive collection of items from the
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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Gloria Swanson834 - Gloria Swanson
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Vintage glossy 10 x 8 Paramount promotional photo from Sunset Boulevard, signed and inscribed later in black felt tip, “‘Max, I’m ready for my close u
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Three Stooges: Moe Howard835 - Three Stooges: Moe Howard
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ALS signed “Moe Howard,” one page, 5.25 x 8.5, illustrated Three Stooges letterhead, no date. Letter to a fan. In part: “Upon my return from an extend
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Three Stooges: Shemp Howard836 - Three Stooges: Shemp Howard
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Vintage pencil signature and inscription, “‘To Elvira’ Best wishes, Shemp Howard,” on a light blue 5.5 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition. Accompanie
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Rudolph Valentino837 - Rudolph Valentino
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Dashing vintage glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Valentino with an open shirt, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mrs. Elinore Sayre, with best wishes
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
 
 
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John Wayne838 - John Wayne
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Matte-finish 7.25 x 9.25 photo of Wayne from Rio Lobo, affixed to an 8 x 10 mount, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Good luck Bill, John Wayne
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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John Wayne839 - John Wayne
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Fairly early vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “Good luck Jack, John Wayne,” on a 5 x 2 album page. Attractively double-cloth-matted and
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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Wolfman: Curt Siodmak840 - Wolfman: Curt Siodmak
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Novelist and screenwriter (1902-2000) known for writing horror and sci-fi films, most notably The Wolf Man and Donovan’s Brain. Uncommon glossy 8 x 10
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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Florenz Ziegfeld841 - Florenz Ziegfeld
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TLS signed in pencil, one page, 6.25 x 7, personal letterhead, February 4, 1920. Letter to Jane Fairbanks, mother of twin actresses Madeline and Mario
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Florenz Ziegfeld842 - Florenz Ziegfeld
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Six telegrams sent by Ziegfeld to Mark Hellinger in 1930, regarding the possibility of Gladys Glad (Hellinger's wife and a former Ziegfeld Folli...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Blow: Johnny Depp845 - Blow: Johnny Depp
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This red and yellow tropical print short-sleeve, button-front shirt was worn by Johnny Depp in his portrayal of the character George Jung in the 2001
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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Catch Me If You Can: Christopher Walken846 - Catch Me If You Can: Christopher Walken
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This costume was worn by the character Frank Abagnale Sr., portrayed by actor Christopher Walken, in the 2002 motion picture Catch Me If You Can, star
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Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
 
 
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Chinatown: Jack Nicholson847 - Chinatown: Jack Nicholson
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Nicholson’s screen-worn suit from his role as Jake Gittes in the 1974 film Chinatown, worn during the scene in which his nose was slashed by henchman
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Estimate : 30,000.00 - 40,000.00
 
 
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Chinatown: Roman Polanski848 - Chinatown: Roman Polanski
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Screen-worn jacket from Polanski’s role as “Man with Knife” in the 1974 film Chinatown. Beige single-breasted jacket has a two-button front, with a We
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Estimate : 4,000.00 - 5,000.00
 
 
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Jesse James: Henry Fonda849 - Jesse James: Henry Fonda
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Screen-worn jacket from Fonda’s role as Frank James in the 1939 film Jesse James. Dark green single-breasted two-button jacket with a faint blue horiz
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Estimate : 6,000.00 - 7,000.00
 
 
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Jesse James: Randolph Scott850 - Jesse James: Randolph Scott
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Scott’s screen-worn vest from the 1939 film Jesse James in his role as Marshall Will Wright. Tweed vest features a seven-button front and two small po
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Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
 
 
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Sonny and Cher851 - Sonny and Cher
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Bono’s personally-owned and -worn coat. Double-breasted heavy wool jacket features a psychedelic floral print, a three-button front with a wide collar
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,200.00
 
 
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The Sopranos: James Gandolfini852 - The Sopranos: James Gandolfini
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This cream and blue tropical print short-sleeve, button-front shirt by Burma Bibas was worn by James Gandolfini in his portrayal of the character Tony
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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The Sopranos: Tony Sirico853 - The Sopranos: Tony Sirico
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Blue silk tracksuit with a lighter blue stripe down the sleeves by Genelli. This tracksuit was worn by the character Paulie ‘Walnuts’ Gualtieri, play
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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Academy Award Winners855 - Academy Award Winners
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Nine photos, eight 8 x 10 and one 10 x 8, various finishes, each signed in ink or felt tip by the Academy Award–winning actor or actress pictured. Sig
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Academy Award Winners856 - Academy Award Winners
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Collection of 12 photos, all 8 x 10, various finishes, each signed in felt tip or ink by the Academy Award-winning actor or actress pictured. Signers
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Actors857 - Actors
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Collection of 10 photos, all approximately 8 x 10, various finishes, each signed in ink or felt tip by the actor pictured. Signers are: Donald O’Conno
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Actors and Actresses858 - Actors and Actresses
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Fifty-five photos, almost all 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, various finishes, each signed in ink or felt tip by the actor or actress pictured, with almost all ad
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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Actors and Actresses859 - Actors and Actresses
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Seven vintage signed photos of various sizes, each signed by the actor or actress pictured, including: Billie Burke, Buddy Rogers, Debbie Reynolds, Je
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Actresses860 - Actresses
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Seven photos, all approximately 8 x 10, various finishes, each signed in ink or felt tip by the actress pictured. Signers are: Lillian Gish, Debbie Re
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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George Arliss861 - George Arliss
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Vintage pearl-finish 8 x 10 double-weight photo of Arliss in a three-piece suit and monocle, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Jack Trevor, Very
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Batman862 - Batman
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Color 27 x 40 reproduction Italian movie poster for Batman, signed in silver ink by Adam West and Julie Newmar, in blue felt tip by Burt Ward and Yvon
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Ingrid Bergman863 - Ingrid Bergman
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Vintage fountain pen signature, “Ingrid Bergman,” on an off-white 4 x 3 sheet. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned vintage glossy 8 x 10 pho
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Richard Burton: Joseph Losey864 - Richard Burton: Joseph Losey
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Signed book: The History of the Russian Revolution by Leon Trotsky. Later printing. London: Gollancz, 1965. Leatherbound hardcover, 6 x 8.5, 1295 page
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Child Stars865 - Child Stars
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Two signed photos: vintage matte-finish photo of Temple as a young woman, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Clara, Love, Shirley Temple”; and
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Bing Crosby866 - Bing Crosby
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Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bob and Billye Hagedorn, Every good wish, Bing Crosby.” In fine condition
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Peter Cushing867 - Peter Cushing
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Satin-finish 4 x 5 photo of Cushing, signed on the front in blue ink, “Peter Cushing,” and signed and inscribed on the reverse, “(‘A Tale of Two Citie
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Olivia de Havilland868 - Olivia de Havilland
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Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of de Havilland, signed and inscribed in black felt tip; and an ALS, one page, 5.75 x 8.25, July 26, 1980. In p
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Directors869 - Directors
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Six signed photos, five 8 x 10 and one 10 x 8, various finishes, each signed in ink or felt tip by the director pictured. Signers are: John Huston (in
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Father Knows Best870 - Father Knows Best
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Glossy 8 x 10 cast photo of the Warren family, signed in various color felt tip by Robert Young, Jane Wyatt, Lauren Chapin, Elinor Donahue, and Billy
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Foreign Actresses871 - Foreign Actresses
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Seven photos of various types and finishes, ranging in size from 3.5 x 5.5 to 10.25 x 14, each signed in ink by the actress pictured, most inscribed.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Ava Gardner872 - Ava Gardner
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Five checks, ranging in date from 1959-1965, all signed by Gardner (with two also filled out in her hand). In very good condition, with cancellation s
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Judy Garland873 - Judy Garland
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Collection of five color glass slides of movie title cards, 2.75 x 2.25, used to promote upcoming Garland films, all still stapled into their 4 x 3.25
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Judy Garland874 - Judy Garland
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Collection of 19 unsigned items consisting of: 10 promotional photos, almost all glossy 10 x 8, from various Garland films including: A Star Is Born,
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Judy Garland875 - Judy Garland
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Collection of 13 items, including 12 color lobby cards, all 14 x 11, for various Garland films. Titles are: Words and Music; Everybody Sing; Till the
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Judy Garland876 - Judy Garland
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Large collection of Garland promotional material including paint and paper doll books, press books and promotional materials. Items include: 1940 Fash
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Cary Grant877 - Cary Grant
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Bold vintage ink signature, “Cary Grant,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 card. In fine condition. Accompanied by a vintage unsigned 8 x 10 glossy photo.
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Alec Guinness878 - Alec Guinness
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Vintage color movie program for Doctor Zhivago, 9 x 12, signed and inscribed in fountain pen on an inside page next to his biography, “For Janice—Good
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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