Infamous outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow's letter to a former gang member, which includes the line: "The most I can do is hope you miss the ‘chair'," will cross the auction block Sept. 26 through RR Auction.
Ephemera
Virgil Earp-signed Tombstone brothel license could bring $10K
An important collection of early Tombstone, Arizona, ephemera will be offered for sale at Heritage Auctions June 11, including rare and authentic Wild West documents.
Temple treasure trove may command nearly $3K
Shirley Temple is one of the most beloved actress of early Hollywood. In a recent edition of Ask the Expert, Dr. Cavo assesses a collection of Temple-related memorabilia.
Rare Marriage Contract signed by Napoleon & Josephine tells the story of history’s most celebrated couple
Centuries before the fascination with celebrity relationships of today, Napoleon and Josephine were one of the 'it' couples of the late 18th century. Lion Heart Autographs is bringing an seldom-seen artifact bearing both of their signatures to The Palm Beach Jewelry, Art & Antique Show Feb. 10-16.
Regionalism plays into popularity of vintage newspapers
In addition to the age, condition, and content (stories about celebrities of the day) of vintage newspapers, regional appeal is a factor in the value and appeal of vintage newspaper, explains Dr. Anthony Cavo, in the latest installment of Ask the Experts.
Ask the Experts: Hindenburg menu is a seldom-seen treasure
A uncommon relic from the famous Hindenburg airline of the early 20th century prompts Ask the Experts panel member, Susan Mullikin, to provide a brief history lesson about the iconic airliner.
Scarce Roosevelt political pin coming before bidders July 15
An animated Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider political pin is one of 75 items in the July 15 currency and political memorabilia auction being offered by Pook & Pook.
Albert Einstein’s letters open for bidding June 3
Albert Einstein will be represented during Profiles in History's June 3 auction, as 25 lots of documents and memorabilia associated with Einstein, including letters to family, are set for sale.
Sometimes vintage yearbooks serve best as upcycling project fodder
Last year, during a local estate auction, my husband and I spied a box lot of assorted old college yearbooks. Always on the lookout for new old Knapstein Brewery memorabilia to add to our collection, we looked through the lot, spying a couple booklets that, indeed, held brewery advertisements. (I realize I’ve just given...
Scarce promissory note signed by Jim Bowie tops Texana sale
A promissory note signed by James Bowie, a leader in the Texas Revolution and a casualty of the Battle of the Alamo, on 1833 commanded $62,500 during a March 14 auction at Heritage Auctions.