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Founder of the great New York–based retail and design operation (1812–1902) that became legendary for its spectacular jewelry and decorative wares in

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

Eccentric American entrepreneur who helped organize the Union Pacific Railroad and circumnavigated the world three times (1829–1904). AQS, signed “Geo

Italian fashion designer (1946–1997) who was murdered by spree killer Andrew Cunanan. Satin-finish 7 x 9.5 photo of Versace standing on a pile of book

Fifteen items representing the four vice presidents who served between 1965 and 1981: three signed and inscribed photos, three TLSs, and two programs

The tallest documented human being of modern times (1918–1940), Wadlow reached a height of 8´11? and made his living as a touring novelty attra...

Governor of Maine during the Civil War who supported abolition and helped recruit Union troops (1813–1883). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite three-qu

Cardstock 4 x 5.75 photo of the famed Nazi hunter, signed in the lower border in blue ballpoint. In fine condition.

Chinese diplomat and politician (1842–1922) who was briefly acting premier during the early years of the Republic of China. Scarce vintage ink signatu

Sociologist (1865–1908) who gave Princeton's first course in the discipline. ALS signed “Walter A. Wyckoff,” one page, 4.75 x 5.75, Paul Smith’s...

Governor of Illinois during the Civil War who is often considered the greatest war governor of the period (1815–1873). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visi

Governor of Illinois during the Civil War who is often considered the greatest war governor of the period (1815–1873). Sharp original 2.25 x 4 carte-d

Union general (1805–1871) who commanded three United States forts: Castle Pinckney, Fort Moultrie, and Fort Sumter. In the face of South Carolina’s im

Florid ink signature, “G. T. Beauregard, 1884,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 card. In fine condition, with light toning.

Bank check, 8 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Beauregard, “G. T. Beauregard,” payable to S. R. Proctor for $25.00, July 27, 1878. A t

Union general and private secretary to U. S. Grant (1835–1884). ALS signed “O. E. Babcock,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, September

Original 2.5 x 3.75 carte-de-visite photo by S. Anderson of New Orleans, signed below the image in black ink, “G. T. Beauregard 1866.” A trimmed botto

Governor of Kentucky who was elected in 1863 and guided the state through the latter part of the Civil War and the beginning of Reconstruction (1817–1

French revolutionary (1756–1794) known for his exceptional violence and cruelty. LS in French, signed “Carrier,” one page, 8.5 x 10.75, Les Representa

Maine-born Union major general (1828–1914) who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his defense of Little Round Top at Gettysburg. He late

Mailing envelope, 8 x 4, addressed in Custer’s hand to “Mrs. Genl. Custer, Monroe, Michigan.” Envelope bears four three-cent George Washington postage

Naval leader (1809–1870) who headed the Union Navy's ordnance department during the Civil War and developed a number of guns and cannons. ALS si...

Officer (1755–1805) in the Continental Navy and later the United States Navy, who served on board Bonhomme Richard during its 1779 battle with HMS Ser

DS, signed twice, “N. B. Forrest,” one page both sides, 16.5 x 20, September 1, 1869. A handsomely engraved (including a vignette of black cotton work

Eldest son of Robert E. Lee, who served as a Confederate general and aide-de-camp to Jefferson Davis. ALS signed “G. W. C. Lee,” four pages on two adj

ALS signed “R. E. Lee,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 6.5, October 9, 1868. Letter to Mr. Edwin James. In full: “I have forgotten the year in which Mr.

ALS signed “R E Lee,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 7.5 x 9.5, October 2, 1869. Letter to his nephew John Mason Lee. In full: “ I recd this mrng

Superb original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Vannerson and Jones of Richmond, Virginia, signed below the image in black ink, “R. E. Lee, Genl.” A

TLS, one page, 7.5 x 9, February 9, 1955. Response to an admirer. In part: “Thank you so much for your cordial letter…It was thoughtful of you to writ

American soldier (1839–1925) who is the only man to serve as an officer in the Civil War, Indian Wars, and Spanish-American War. TLS, one page, 4.25 x

TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, General Headquarters United States Army Forces, Pacific letterhead, October 11, 1945. Letter to John Piskorowski. In part: “M

ALS signed “C. W. Nimitz,” one page, 7 x 7, personal letterhead, June 23, 1956. Nimitz writes to a gentleman in California. In part: “Thanks…for your

Address leaf, 8.75 x 7 unfolded, with the address panel measuring 4.5 x 3, addressed by Nelson to “William Pearce Esq, Admirality, London,” and initia

Highly esteemed British admiral (1758–1805) best known for his participation in the Napoleonic Wars, during which, in the Battle of Trafalgar, he lost

War-dated ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, November 4, 1862. Letter to Dr. Henry McSherry. In part: “Have heard as yet nothing from Ma

Rear Admiral in the US Navy (1797–1878) who served from the War of 1812 through the Civil War. Partly-printed DS, signed “H. Paulding Cmdt,” one page,

Italian nobleman (1599–1656) whose military career included service as a Spanish general and then as a field marshal of the Holy Roman Empire. ALS in

Vintage glossy 10.5 x 5.5 oversized postcard photo of the SS Leviathan, signed on the right side in fountain pen, “John J. Pershing.” Also signed by H

Admiral (1813–1891) who helped improve the Navy as the superintendent of the US Naval Academy after significant service in the American Civil War. Par

Rare ALS signed “G. E. Pickett, Capt. 9th Infy, Comg Co. D,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, July 4, 1856. Brief letter to Colonel H. K. Craig,

French Consul General (1775-1860) in Washington from 1810–1815 and envoy from 1831–1835. ALS in French, to Louis Bignon (1771-1841) former Foreign Min

US naval officer (1819–1892) who served in the Mexican-American War, the American Civil War, and as superintendent of the Naval Academy. LS, one page,

Naval officer and writer (1816–1885) remembered for taking the first photograph of the Fort McHenry flag that inspired The Star-Spangled Banner. ALS s

Engineer for the Union during the Civil War (1826–1906) known for his work on the ‘Marsh Battery’ during the Second Battle of Charleston Harbor. War-d

Ink signature, “W. T. Sherman, General,” on an off-white card. Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Sherman in uniform to an overall size of 10

War-dated ALS signed “W. T. Sherman, Maj Genl,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, Headquarters, Military Division of the Mississippi letterhead, O

German officer (1907–1944) who was one of the leading members of the failed plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler as part of Operation Valkyrie. He was exe

Union soldier who served as a lieutenant in a regiment of the US Colored Troops. Civil War–dated partly-printed DS, signed “Wm. L. Ames,” one page, 9.

Well-done 1/100 scale composite model of a B-2 Spirit, with a wing span of 20.5?, signed on the front in silver ink by pilots Bruce Hinds and Richard

Union general and secretary of war (1829–1890) who holds the distinction of being the only Cabinet secretary ever to have been impeached. AQS on an of