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Five Presidents Photograph- A historic signed 8 in x 11 in color photograph taken at the Dedication of the Ronald Reagan Library in Simi Valley, CA. Accompanied by a Gerald Ford letter attesting to the historic significance of the photograph and in which he refuses to sign an unsigned copy of the photograph sent to him by a collector. Ford emphasizes that, by mutual agreement, the Five Presidents agreed to signs a limited number of this particular photograph. $OLD.
Seal of the President of the United States.The seal measures approximately 15 inches in diameter and is in near perfect condition. This seal was produced by the company who unsuccessfully bid on the contract to make such seals for the White House.This is a rare and unusual artifact to appear on the market. Tremendous item for display and certain to generate discussion.Price:Sold Four Presidents. The 37th through
40th Presidents of the United States. Bureau of Engraving image,
6 in x 9, in on heavy stock white card, of the White House signed
by Presidents Nixon, Ford, Carter and Reagan. President Reagan
signed as President (see notation on recto below) .The image
is also signed by three First Ladies Betty Ford, Rosalyn Carter
and Lady Bird Johnson. Three Presidents.The 37th through 39th Presidents of the United States. Printed Image of American Flag Signed on a 5.5 in x 7.5 in. card with a First Day of Issue cancelled stamp dated January 9th, 1963 and signed by Presidents Nixon, Ford and Carter. This historic image gathers three men who served this couintry and its flag as President. Notation on recto hat Nixon signature obtained in person.Price:$950.00 Three Presidents-Nixon, Ford and Carter. The 37th through 39th Presidents of the United States. Printed images of their faces on a 5.5 in x 9 in. sheet of paper it and signed by Presidents Richard Nixon, Gerald R. Ford and Jimmy Carter. This historic item gathers together the signatures and images of three men who served this country as president. President Carter has signed with his most desireable full signature Jimmy Carter.Price:$950.00 Three Presidents.The 37th through 39th Presidents of the United States. Printed 6 in x 8 in image of White House Signed by Presidents Nixon, Ford and Carter. This historic image gathers together the signatures of three men who served this country as President Carter signed with his most desirable full Jimmy Carter signature as opposed to the more common J.Carter. Price:$950.00
Stephen Grover Cleveland ( 1837– 1908). Cleveland was the twenty-second and twenty-fourth President of the United States. Cleveland is the only President to serve two non-consecutive terms (1885–1889 and 1893–1897).This offering is a 3 in x 5 in card signed Grover Cleveland, n.p, n.d. but circa late 1800's. The card shows normal aging and toning but is otherwise in fine condition and the signature is bold.Price:$350.00 William Jefferson "Bill" Clinton ( 1946). Bill Clinton was the 42nd President of the United States, serving from 1993 to 2001. Clinton served five terms as the Governor of Arkansas. His wife, former First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton(1947-), is currently the junior U.S. Senator from New York and the likely Democratic nomineee for President of the United States.This offering is an 8 in x 10 in color photograph of them dancing at Bill's Inaugral Ball. It comes with two signatures on 3 in x 5 in plain white cards as Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton. Price:$895.00 Jimmy Carter (1924-).ICarter Inauguration photograph.Carter was the 39th President of the United States from 1977 - 1981, and recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. Prior to becoming president, Carter served two terms in the Georgia Senate, and was the 76th Governor of Georgia from 1971 - 1975.This offering is a color 8 in x 10 in photograph taken at the Carter inauguration in January of 1977. The photograph shows both defeated President Gerald Ford and the new president Jimmy Carter being sworn in by Chief Justice Warren Burger, The photograph is signed Jimmy Carter and Gerald R, Ford. Signed inauguration photographs are sought after by collectors.Price: $1400.00  Clinton, William Jefferson (1946) . The 42nd President of the United States. His autobiography, My Life signed Bill Clinton. First Edition with intact dust jacket.Like new.Price:$375.00 Dwight Eisenhower (1890-1969). Ike was a General of the Army (five star general) in the United States Army and U.S. politician, who served as the thirty-fourth President of the United States (1953–1961).This offering is a typescript of the Oath of Office as President of the United States. It is on plain white paper that is 6 in x 9 in and it is signed Dwight D Eisenhower as shown, n.p, n.d. but probably circa early 1960's.Price:$1950.00 Dwight Eisenhower (1890-1969). Ike was a General of the Army (five star general) in the United States Army and U.S. politician, who served as the thirty-fourth President of the United States (1953–1961).This offering is a 5 in x 7 in sepia toned photograph of General Eisenhower in uniform signed Dwight D. Eisenhower.The photograph is in fine condition. The photograph comes in a presentaion folio as shown that also contains a secretarial letter of transmittal.Price:SOLD Dwight D. Eisenhower (1890-1969)34th President of the United States. (1953-1961). Signed Limited Edition Book Mandate For Change, 8vo, cloth; all edges trifle spotted; slipcase ; book # 771 of 1434 numbered copies signed by Eisenhower, as Dwight D. Eisenhower. Garden City, (1963). Magnificent book in wonderful condition. Price:$1295.00 Millard Fillmore (1800-1874). 13th President of the U.S. (1850-1853). Free Franked Envelope Signed as Vice-President, on a 3 in. by 5.5 in. envelope, with red wax seal intact on verso, postmarked "FREE Washington D.C. June 11". Addressed entirely in Fillmore's hand: "From M. Fillmore V.P. John Hancock Esq Albany N.Y." Normal aging, nice dark, bold signature. In fine condition. $650 Gerald R. Ford ( 1913-2006). 38th President of the United States (1974-1977). Document Signed, one page large octavo on official Gerald R. Ford letterhead. Being an official reply to the findings of the Warren Commission. Boldly signed: "Gerald R. Ford 12/2/96". Price: 595.00 Gerald R. Ford. (1913-2006). 38th President of the United States (1974-1977). Historic Photograph Signed. The 8 in x 10 in color photograph shows Gerald Ford being sworn in as President of the Unuited States by Chief Justice Warren Burger. The photograph is signed by both Gerald Ford and Warren Burger. Price:$1,359.00. James A. Garfield (1931-1881). General, US Representative, and 20th President of the United States (1881). A Scarce House of Representative Check, signed by Garfield, Washington, D.C., dated March 25, 1874, accomplished entirely in Garfield's hand. Overall, in good condition. $OLD Benjamin Harrison ( 1833 –1901). Harrison was the twenty-third President of the United States, (1889 to 1893).He was the grand son and also the great grandson of the two former Harrison Presidents of the United States.Signature, as President, on a card with an engraved image of the White House. Approximately 3.5 x 4.5 inches. Signed Benj Harrison [Washington],March 1st 1893. Card in good condition with ageing and toning.Price:$1075.00 Rutherford Birchard Hayes ( 1822 – 1893). Hayes was an American politician, lawyer, military leader and the nineteenth President of the United States (1877–1881).This offering however is a partial military appointment document measuring 10 in x 15 in signed by R. B. Hayes as President of The United States and by George W.McCrary as Secretary of War. Fine.Price:$695.00 Rutherford Birchard Hayes ( 1822 – 1893). Hayes was an American politician, lawyer, military leader and the nineteenth President of the United States (1877–1881).Hayes usually signed as RBHayes. This offering however is a scarce full signature Rutherford B. Hayes in ink pen ink on a 2.5 in x 3.5 in card. The card shows some toning from age but the signature is bold and dark. Fine.Price:$685.00 Herbert Hoover (1874-1964). 31st President of the U.S. (1929-1933). TLS, typed letter signed, Augst 12, 1952 on Hoover's personal letterhead and on stationery that measures appx. 7 in x 10 in.The letter reads in part--"A birthday is not an entirely an agreeable punctuation mark--" It is signed Yours faithfully, Herbert Hoover. The letter is in excellent condition. Price:$195.00
Herbert Hoover (1874-1964). 31st President of the U.S. (1929-1933). TLS, typed letter signed, New York City, October 9, 1939 on Hoover's personal letterhead. In this letter the former president is refusing an invitation to appear because, as he states, "In view of the shifting situation both in our country and abroad I do not wish to commit myself to any public address at the present time---Herbert Hoover." Bold signature and the letter is in excellent condition. There is a trace of adherrent album page on the back but not affecting the appearance of the letter.Price: $OLD
Andrew Jackson (1767-1845).Seventh President of the United States signed a four language ship's papers for the ship "Logan" out of New Bedford. The papers were signed by Andrew Jackson on May 20, 1834. Presentation housed in a beautiful archival framing.Price: $2,750.00 Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) Oath of December 8, 1863.Lincoln, Abraham. AES ("A Lincoln"), cut from a larger sheet, 1¾" x 2¾", n.p., 1864 Feb. 1. The President writes, "Let this man take the oath of Dec. 8 and be discharged." Very fine. Some interesting fragments appear on the verso: "of irreproacha[ble]…the rebel…he never will…[u]nion man…[unc]onditional…A.H. Buckner…[McCle]llan of the…." Price:$ 6900.00 JOHN F. KENNEDY (1917-1963 ) .War hero, Congressman, US Senator and 35th President of the United States.A spectacular Phillipe Halsman 8 in x 10 in photograph signed "To Patricia / Keating / with very best / wishes / John Kennedy," probably as Senator from Massachusetts. Signed in the image. Staple holes in margin at top left, very minor dings otherwise excellent condition.Phillipe Halsman was a world famous photographer and his images are avidly sought by photograph collectors. A check of photograph auctions shows that Halsman photographs and portraits sell for between 5 hundred and 20 thousand dollars each.This photograph is exquisite an combines a high quality signature and inscription of JFK with the finest in a photo portrait. Volumes have been written about the difficulty in finding authentic JFK signatures. All the Kennedy sons were famous for their liberal use of both secretarial signatures and autopens.This authentic signature and inscription is one of the nicest we have ever seen. Price: $7950.00
William McKinley (1843-1901). 25th president of the U.S (1897-1901). A Fine Choice Signature as President, "William McKinley", measuring 4.25 in. by 2.5 in., on a White House card, and dated March 8, 1899 in another hand on the lower left. Very bold, dark signature, mounted to another card to an approximate overall size, 5 in. by 3 in. Some foxing, age toning, otherwise Very Good. $450 Richrd M. Nixon (1913-1994).Typed letter about China initiative and three post cards from China postmarked Feb 25, 1972. In the letter Nixon candidly discusses US policy on China, recollecting the important influence of German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer in the establishment of US-Chinese relations in 1972. . One page, large octavo, d. April 28th, 1983, on "Richard Nixon" personal letterhead stationary, New York City. Reads in part:"You are correct in observing that Chancellor Adenauer played an important role in my consideration of U.S. policy toward Peking. It is interesting to note that I confirmed my recollection when I reviewed some handwritten notes I made after a talk with Former President Hoover in 1954. I had raised the issue with him and he disagreed with Adenauer's recommendation. With warm regards, Sincerely, Richard Nixon".The three postcards mention historic trip, historic plac and are signeed in one case by Richard Nixon and pat and in 2 instances by Rose mary Woods. Price: $4500.00. Pardon of Richard M. Nixon Richard Nixon(1913-1994) and Gerald Ford (1913-2006 ). 37th and 38th Presidents of the United States. Extraordinarily Rare Document Signed, being a typed transcript copy of Presidential Proclamation 4311 of September 8, 1974, by President Gerald R. Ford granting a pardon to Richard M. Nixon, 09/08/1974, two separate pages, large octavo, no place or date, but signed in the late 1980s. Boldly signed by each.There are less than 5 of these pardons signed by both presidents known This is the only one currebntly on the market..One of the rarest forms of presidential memorabilia available on the private market.Price:$4900.00 [Nixon Impeachment Document].A unique original U.S. Government Publication (93rd Congress 1st session - 718 pages beige softcover as issued by USGPO - United States Govt. Printing Office here in Washington, D.C.) official release from October, 1973 - IMPEACHMENT - SELECTED MATERIALS from the Committee on the Judiciary of the United States House of Representatives - 93rd Congress - First Session. This is a very scarce original 1973 official Government Publication of the first hearings on the IMPEACHMENT of President Richard Nixon.What makes it desirable is that three (Conyers, Lott and Cohen) of the last surviving original House Judiciary Committee Members signed this original Congressional issued - Nixon Impeachment Publication In addition one of the prime Watergate Conspirators: G. Gordon Liddy also signed the document.Price: $345.00 Richard M. Nixon (1969-1974). A Typed Letter Signed "RN" on official "The White House Washington" letterhead, octavo, d. March 7, 1974, to Senator Norris Cotton of New Hampshire. Related to legislation in the aftermath of the OPEC oil embargo of 1973–1974. Archivally framed. In fine condition. $950
Richard M. Nixon. The Opening of China. Nixon candidly discusses US policy on China, recollecting the important influence of German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer in the establishment of US-Chinese relations in 1972. Typed Letter Signed. One page, large octavo, d. April 28th, 1983, on "Richard Nixon" personal letterhead stationary, New York City. A fine letter of historical associations with one of the great diplomatic achievements of the twentieth century. In fine condition. Unframed. $3,950 Ronald Reagan (b.1911-2004). Actor, Governor of California, and 40th President of the United States (1981-1989). Beautiful Photograph Signed, being an 8 in.x 10 in. color photograph of The White House , boldly signed , Ronald Reagan. In fine condition.Price:SOLD Ronald Reagan (b.1911-2004). Actor, Governor of California, and 40th President of the United States (1981-1989). Beautiful Photograph Signed, being an 8 in.x 10 in. B&W photograph of a smiling Reagan , boldly signed and inscribed, "To Jules Greenberg - With very best wishes, Ronald Reagan." In fine condition.This photograph was more than likely taken when he was governor of California.Price: $295.00
Franklin Roosevelt (1882-1945).TLS responding to request for autograph. Governor of New York (1995-2001) & 32nd President of the U.S. (1933-1945). President Roosevelt is one of the presidents who died in office.A great war time leader. .Roosevelt was an inveterate autograph collector and often took pleasure ain sending his autograph to fellow collectors.This offering is a typed letter signed on the mint green and watermarked White House stationery dated November 1, 1933 in which he is obviously responding to a request for an autograph. The letter reads in part---it is a plesure to return to you this letter to add to your collection (of signed presidential letters)--Franklin D. Roosevelt. Price:$850.00 Franklin D. Roosevelt
(1882-1945) and Anton J. Cermak (1873-1933). These men were
joined together in history forever because Cermak was killed
when Guissepe Zaranga attempted to assassinate FDR on Feb 15,
1933 in Miami.FDR was returning from a cruise and he delivered
a short speech from his limosine in Bayfront and Cermak was in
the car with him. As the crowd surged forward shots were fired
and one hit home in Cermak wounding him in the abdomen. Cermak
lingered for six weks but died after 6 weeks. When Cermak died
Zaranga was tried and convicted and went to his death in the
electric chair 6 weeks after the assassination attempt.When Cermak
was on his way to the hospital he turned to FDR and said, "I
am glad it was me instead of you." This archive consists
of a photo of FDR and Cermak in the car and autographs of Cermak
and FDR as described in the listing.Price:$850.00
Harry S Truman (1884-1972).Senator, Vice-President and 34th President of the United States. Bess Truman and Margaret Truman. Entire First Family signed signed menu, October 10-16, 1948. An uncommon and very desirable souvenir of Harry Truman’s dramatic 1948 'whistle-stop' campaign for election as President. The menu is signed on the front cover with large signatures by Harry Truman, Bess Truman and Margaret Truman. The menu is a stiff board with a gold Great Seal on the cover as shown. Inside are two facing pages with menu selections and prices. The original decorative red, blue and gold ribbon is intact.Price:SOLD
George Washington (1732-1799). 1st President of the U.S. (1789-1797). Historic Autograph Letter Signed as President, pertaining to the nation's cultural heritage. Two pages (recto/verso), quarto, Baltimore, September 9, 1790. Written to financier and Signer of the Declaration, Robert Morris (1734-1806). Preparing to move the nation's capital to Philadelphia, in this historic letter he supervises the remodeling and planning for the new Executive Mansion—A rented three-storied structure owned by financier and statesman, Robert Morris, a Signer of the Declaration—offering us a singular insight, in his own words, of the transformation from private residence to statehouse. $OLD Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924). 28th President of the U.S. (1913-1921). This offering is an autograph letter signed on Princeton University letter head stationery (5 in. x 6.5 in) and dated Feb 25, 1913 and which reads---" I cheerfully comply with your request for my autograph, and the letter is signed, Sincrely Yours, Woodrow Wilson. The letter is in good condition with one transfold as shown not involving the signature.Price:SOLD |
