Lot 0057

R.B. Hayes ANS "Please Do the Best You Possibly Can In This Case."

Similar Sale History

View More Items in Presidential & First Lady Memorabilia

Sold

R.B. Hayes ALS Possibly Re: Civil War Military Order of the Loyal Legion: R.B. Hayes ALS Possibly Re: Civil War Military Order of the Loyal Legion A 1p autograph letter signed by former 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes (1822-1893), as "R. B. Hayes" at lower right. Wr

2022R.B. Hayes ALS Possibly Re: Civil War Military Order of the Loyal LegionSee Sold Price

Sold

R.B. Hayes Appoints Interim Sec. of State. Rare & Historic DS Signed as President from the Executive: R.B. Hayes Appoints Interim Sec. of State. Rare & Historic DS Signed as President from the Executive Mansion. 1p, [8.125” x 9.75"], DS “RB Hayes”, “Executive Mansion, Washi

2022R.B. Hayes Appoints Interim Sec. of State. Rare & Historic DS Signed as President from the ExecutiveSee Sold Price

Sold

R.B. Hayes Signed Naval Appointment of Mex-Am & Civil War Veteran, Future Rear Admiral: R.B. Hayes Signed Naval Appointment of Mex-Am & Civil War Veteran, Future Rear Admiral A 1p document signed by 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes (1822-1893), as "RB Hayes" near lower right.

2022R.B. Hayes Signed Naval Appointment of Mex-Am & Civil War Veteran, Future Rear AdmiralSee Sold Price

Sold

John F. Kennedy Autographed 16x20 Display: Album art and cuts displays are 24x36 and 16x20 Displays take 3 weeks to make possibly more and come framed! If you need this quicker please email asap. Displays are not framed, and can be framed for

2022John F. Kennedy Autographed 16x20 DisplaySee Sold Price

Sold

Norman Rockwell Signed John F. Kennedy Portrait, 1976: Norman Perceval Rockwell (New York/Massachusetts, 1894-1978) offset lithograph in colors depicting a bust-length portrait of President Kennedy, with Rockwell's name in block letters in the plate, lowe

2024Norman Rockwell Signed John F. Kennedy Portrait, 1976See Sold Price

Sold

JFK Nuclear Setback TLS, "price of freedom must be paid... by our best young men" In Wake of First L: JFK Nuclear Setback TLS, "price of freedom must be paid... by our best young men" In Wake of First Loss of Nuclear Submarine: "a great shock to freedom-loving people" TLS, Washington D.C. dated April

2024JFK Nuclear Setback TLS, "price of freedom must be paid... by our best young men" In Wake of First LSee Sold Price

Sold

[Presidential] Hayes, Rutherford B., and Lucy Hayes: [Presidential] Hayes, Rutherford B., and Lucy Hayes Group of 5 Signed Items 1. Hayes, Rutherford B.Signed Cabinet CardNo place, (ca. 1880). Cabinet card portrait of Hayes, signed by h

2021[Presidential] Hayes, Rutherford B., and Lucy HayesSee Sold Price

Sold

Teddy Roosevelt 3rd Person WWI-Dated ANS as "Colonel" 2 Weeks After Quentin Was K.I.A.: Teddy Roosevelt 3rd Person WWI-Dated ANS as "Colonel" 2 Weeks After Quentin Was K.I.A. An autograph note signed in the third person by former 26th U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919) as "Col

2023Teddy Roosevelt 3rd Person WWI-Dated ANS as "Colonel" 2 Weeks After Quentin Was K.I.A.See Sold Price

Sold

Franklin D. Roosevelt"s Cigarette Case: President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's personal owned sterling silver cigarette case Measurements: 4.75 x 3 inches

2017Franklin D. Roosevelt"s Cigarette CaseSee Sold Price

Sold

R. B. Hayes Document Signed, 1876: R. B. Hayes Document Signed, 1876 Rutherford B. Hayes (1822-1893). Partially Printed Document Signed, "R B Hayes", as Governor of Ohio, 1p, 13.75" x 17.5", Columbus, October 14, 1876, commissioning Wi

2023R. B. Hayes Document Signed, 1876See Sold Price

Sold

Bill Clinton TLS "I will serve to the best of my ability.": Bill Clinton TLS "I will serve to the best of my ability." TLS, 8.5" x 11", Little Rock, Arkansas, dated August 22, 1983, and written on "State of Arkansas / Office of the Governor" stationary and add

2023Bill Clinton TLS "I will serve to the best of my ability."See Sold Price

Sold

A. Lincoln Signed Naval Appt. For Marine, Former Army Man who Saw Action With Meade at Antieitm,: A. Lincoln Signed Naval Appt. For Marine, Former Army Man who Saw Action With Meade at Antieitm, then With Farragut at Mobile Bay, Possibly Unique 1p of vellum, measuring 14.75" x 17.5" (sight), Washi

2022A. Lincoln Signed Naval Appt. For Marine, Former Army Man who Saw Action With Meade at Antieitm,See Sold Price

Sold

John F. Kennedy signed "Profiles in Courage" Book: John Kennedy (May 29, 1917 – November 22, 1963) signed book “Profiles in Courage" Signed and inscribed, "Best Regards". When John Kennedy took a leave of absence from the Senate in 1954 to

2023John F. Kennedy signed "Profiles in Courage" BookSee Sold Price

Sold

John F. Kennedy Typed Letter Signed: TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, March 23, 1963. Letter to Congressman Neal Smith of Iowa, in part: "Please accept my warmest congratulations on your birthday. I hope that

2022John F. Kennedy Typed Letter SignedSee Sold Price

Sold

2023John F. Kennedy signed "Profiles in Courage" BookSee Sold Price

Sold

John F. Kennedy Signed Inauguration Program: Just as he became President, John F. Kennedy inscribed this Inauguration Ceremonies Program "To Jim - Best - John Kennedy." 12 pages, 9" x 6" with red, white and blue ribbon binding. In near mint cond

2022John F. Kennedy Signed Inauguration ProgramSee Sold Price

Related Presidential & First Lady Memorabilia

McKinley Gives Up Seat to Old Civil War Commander Slabbed NM PSA 8: William McKinleyWashington, DC, March 9, 1897McKinley Gives Up Seat to Old Civil War Commander Slabbed NM PSA 8ANSWILLIAM MCKINLEY, Autograph Note Signed, March 9, 1897, on ?Executive Mansion? notecar

May 15, 2024McKinley Gives Up Seat to Old Civil War Commander Slabbed NM PSA 8

$300

Dealer's Lot, 4 Presidential SBs: Ike, LBJ, Nixon & Carter: Four Presidentsn.p., n.d.Dealer's Lot, 4 Presidential SBs: Ike, LBJ, Nixon & CarterArchiveA dealer's lot of four books signed by four U.S. Presidents: 34th U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower (1890-19

May 15, 2024Dealer's Lot, 4 Presidential SBs: Ike, LBJ, Nixon & Carter

$300

John F. Kennedy TLS + 14-Word ANS "looking forward to getting back to Washington" After Receiving La: John F. KennedyWashington D.C., January 7, 1954John F. Kennedy TLS + 14-Word ANS "looking forward to getting back to Washington" After Receiving Last Rites!A 1p typed letter signed by John F

May 15, 2024John F. Kennedy TLS + 14-Word ANS "looking forward to getting back to Washington" After Receiving La

$900

Ronald Reagan ANS Declining Invitation to Honor Tony Fazio: Ronald ReaganCalifornia, ca. February 7, 1967Ronald Reagan ANS Declining Invitation to Honor Tony FazioANSAn autograph note signed "Ronald Reagan", expressing regrets at not being able to at

May 15, 2024Ronald Reagan ANS Declining Invitation to Honor Tony Fazio

$240

Ronald Reagan Personally Owned "The Best of Flair", Presented to the President & First Lady Ex Chris: Ronald ReaganNew York, 1999Ronald Reagan Personally Owned "The Best of Flair", Presented to the President & First Lady Ex ChristiesSigned bookA second edition presentation copy of "The

May 15, 2024Ronald Reagan Personally Owned "The Best of Flair", Presented to the President & First Lady Ex Chris

$300

R. B. Hayes Signed Speech as President on Garfield's Election and Holograph Cover: Rutherford B. HayesCleveland, OH, November 4, 1880R. B. Hayes Signed Speech as President on Garfield's Election and Holograph CoverDSA printed pamphlet signed "with compliments R. B. Hayes" as Preside

May 15, 2024R. B. Hayes Signed Speech as President on Garfield's Election and Holograph Cover

$140

James Polk Signed Copy of "Cases of Contested Elections in Congress", From his Legal Library: James K. PolkWashington, D.C., 1834James Polk Signed Copy of "Cases of Contested Elections in Congress", From his Legal LibrarySigned bookA first edition copy of "Cases of Contested Ele

May 15, 2024James Polk Signed Copy of "Cases of Contested Elections in Congress", From his Legal Library

$500

John F. Kennedy Campaign Pin: Large John F. Kennedy Campaign Pin. Completely intact. Incredibly Rare Piece. We are a veteran owned company. Please look at the pictures carefully to determine what you believe the condition of colle

7 days LeftJohn F. Kennedy Campaign Pin

$11

John F. Kennedy Autographed Note on Personalized Stationary: John F. Kennedyn.p., n.d.John F. Kennedy Autographed Note on Personalized StationaryANSAn autographed note initialed by John F. Kennedy and addressed to associate Langdon Marvin. Measuring 3.5" x

May 15, 2024John F. Kennedy Autographed Note on Personalized Stationary

$300

As President, Reagan Comments on His Ranch: "…I'm a little homesick…": Ronald Reagann.p., [March 17, 1981]As President, Reagan Comments on His Ranch: "…I'm a little homesick…"ANSAn autograph note signed with initials "RR" as President, written in bl

May 15, 2024As President, Reagan Comments on His Ranch: "…I'm a little homesick…"

$400

Ronald Reagan as Pres Handwritten, Signed Results of Telephone Calls to World Leaders: Ronald ReaganWashington, DC, ca. January, 1981Ronald Reagan as Pres Handwritten, Signed Results of Telephone Calls to World LeadersANSA fine set of six typed documents bearing autograph notes by Reaga

May 15, 2024Ronald Reagan as Pres Handwritten, Signed Results of Telephone Calls to World Leaders

$1,700

William H. Taft Signed and Inscribed Harris & Ewing Portrait: William H. TaftWashington, D.C., January 13, 1910William H. Taft Signed and Inscribed Harris & Ewing PortraitSigned photographA signed and inscribed portrait by President William H. Taft. Photo measur

May 15, 2024William H. Taft Signed and Inscribed Harris & Ewing Portrait

$140

3 Vintage Wire Photos ft. FDR, Gen. Pershing, & Gov. Al Smith: Franklin D. Rooseveltvarious, ca. 1920-19393 Vintage Wire Photos ft. FDR, Gen. Pershing, & Gov. Al SmithArchiveA group of 3 wire photographs of notable political and military figures, including Frankl

May 15, 20243 Vintage Wire Photos ft. FDR, Gen. Pershing, & Gov. Al Smith

$100

Woodrow Wilson Signed Attractive Clinedinst Studio Portrait: Woodrow WilsonWashington, D.C., ca. 1919Woodrow Wilson Signed Attractive Clinedinst Studio PortraitSigned photographA signed and inscribed studio portrait by President Woodrow Wilson. Measuring 9&quot

May 15, 2024Woodrow Wilson Signed Attractive Clinedinst Studio Portrait

$200

Two Silk Menus Depicting Theodore Roosevelt, ca. 1901 & 1908: Theodore RooseveltNew York, NY, ca. 1901, 1908Two Silk Menus Depicting Theodore Roosevelt, ca. 1901 & 1908Menu/ProgramRoosevelt, Theodore (1858-1919). A pair of silk menus depicting Roosevelt, both as

May 15, 2024Two Silk Menus Depicting Theodore Roosevelt, ca. 1901 & 1908

$140

Three U.S. Grant Large Lithographs: Portrait, with His Family & At Appomattox: Ulysses S. Grantvarious, ca. 1864 to 1868Three U.S. Grant Large Lithographs: Portrait, with His Family & At AppomattoxArchiveA group of three large Ulysses S. Grant lithographs including a portrait of

May 15, 2024Three U.S. Grant Large Lithographs: Portrait, with His Family & At Appomattox

$140

More Items in Presidential & First Lady Memorabilia

A Collection of U.S. Presidential Memorabilia: A Collection of 27 items of United States Presidential Memorabilia, comprising: George Washington with "Pater Patriae" printed in color on metal by the C.D. Kenny Co. — Hand fan printed in color

3 days LeftA Collection of U.S. Presidential Memorabilia

$250

First Lady Nancy Reagan's Personally Owned Silver Flatware Service...From Her Mother! Used By Ron an: Ronald ReaganThe White House, Washington, DC, n.d.First Lady Nancy Reagan's Personally Owned Silver Flatware Service...From Her Mother! Used By Ron and FamilyRelicA fine relic from the Ronald Reagan W

May 15, 2024First Lady Nancy Reagan's Personally Owned Silver Flatware Service...From Her Mother! Used By Ron an

$1,500

10 Days After His Assassination JFK Signed W. H. letter, Fantastic! Among JFK's Last Acts in White H: John F. Kennedy[Washington, D.C.], December 2, 196310 Days After His Assassination JFK Signed W. H. letter, Fantastic! Among JFK's Last Acts in White House Post Dated Before Dallas TripTLSJOHN F. KENN

May 15, 202410 Days After His Assassination JFK Signed W. H. letter, Fantastic! Among JFK's Last Acts in White H

$3,000

Martin van Buren Seeks a Running Mate "…It does not require a handshake to make me comprehend: Martin van BurenWashington, D.C., March 25, 1828Martin van Buren Seeks a Running Mate "…It does not require a handshake to make me comprehend about the Presidential election…"ALSFine polit

May 15, 2024Martin van Buren Seeks a Running Mate "…It does not require a handshake to make me comprehend

$400

Norman Rockwell - Portrait of John F. Kennedy: Artist: Norman Rockwell Title: Portrait of John F. Kennedy Year: 1976 Dimensions: 15 3/4in. by 11 7/8in. Edition: Artist Proof from the rare limited edition of 2500

21 hrs LeftNorman Rockwell - Portrait of John F. Kennedy

$2,000

Ronald Reagan White House Presidential Bill Signer Pen & Seal Box: President Ronald Reagan White House official presidential bill signer Pen and the Box with Presidential Seal and signature. The official President Ronald Reagan bill signer Parker pen, one of used by

May 16, 2024Ronald Reagan White House Presidential Bill Signer Pen & Seal Box

$350

Register With Two Rare Teenage Signatures of the Future President Signed "J. Calvin Coolidge" Includ: Calvin CoolidgePlymouth, VT, ca. 1882-1907Register With Two Rare Teenage Signatures of the Future President Signed "J. Calvin Coolidge" Including Numerous Signatures of His Father, Grandfather, and St

May 15, 2024Register With Two Rare Teenage Signatures of the Future President Signed "J. Calvin Coolidge" Includ

$400

U.S. Grant's Personal Copy of "War Powers Under the Constitution" Inscribed by the Author: Ulysses S. GrantBoston, MA, ca. 1871U.S. Grant's Personal Copy of "War Powers Under the Constitution" Inscribed by the AuthorSigned bookUlysses S. Grant's personal copy of "War Powers U

May 15, 2024U.S. Grant's Personal Copy of "War Powers Under the Constitution" Inscribed by the Author

$500

Lincoln Proclaims Himself "Always for the Man Who Wishes to Work" in Fantastic Endorsement: Abraham LincolnWashington, D.C., August 15, 1864Lincoln Proclaims Himself "Always for the Man Who Wishes to Work" in Fantastic EndorsementAESABRAHAM LINCOLN, Autograph Endorsement Signed, to [Col. Jam

May 15, 2024Lincoln Proclaims Himself "Always for the Man Who Wishes to Work" in Fantastic Endorsement

$9,000

President McKinley Signed Photo with His First Lady & Short-lived Vice President: William McKinleyn.p., ca. 1899President McKinley Signed Photo with His First Lady & Short-lived Vice PresidentSigned photographA group photograph of President and First Lady McKinley, together with Vi

May 15, 2024President McKinley Signed Photo with His First Lady & Short-lived Vice President

$200

May 15, 2024John F. Kennedy TLS + 14-Word ANS "looking forward to getting back to Washington" After Receiving La

$900

Reagan Presidential "Camp David" Pickard China Dinner Plate: Presidential[Camp David], n.d.Reagan Presidential "Camp David" Pickard China Dinner PlateTablewareA Pickard China (Antioch, Illinois) dinner plate, almost certainly dating from the Reagan ad

May 15, 2024Reagan Presidential "Camp David" Pickard China Dinner Plate

$200

A "Lincoln Solferino" Tea Cup and Saucer from the Ronald Reagan White House: Ronald ReaganThe White House, Washington, DC, n.d.A "Lincoln Solferino" Tea Cup and Saucer from the Ronald Reagan White HouseA lovely relic from the Family Residence in the Reagan White House, a limit

May 15, 2024A "Lincoln Solferino" Tea Cup and Saucer from the Ronald Reagan White House

$500

Ronald Reagan Signed Note About Baseball: "…I've got a stack of stories myself…": Ronald ReaganWashington, D.C., March 20, 1981Ronald Reagan Signed Note About Baseball: "…I've got a stack of stories myself…"An autograph note signed with initials "RR" as Presid

May 15, 2024Ronald Reagan Signed Note About Baseball: "…I've got a stack of stories myself…"

$600

Ronald Reagan Personally Owned "Don Quixote" Ltd. Ed. Vols. 1 & 2, Signed by Illustrator Ex Christie: Ronald ReaganBarcelona, Spain, ca. 1933Ronald Reagan Personally Owned "Don Quixote" Ltd. Ed. Vols. 1 & 2, Signed by Illustrator Ex ChristiesGroup signed booksVolumes 1 and 2 of "The Ing

May 15, 2024Ronald Reagan Personally Owned "Don Quixote" Ltd. Ed. Vols. 1 & 2, Signed by Illustrator Ex Christie

$300

John F Kennedy signed Air Force One memo page: A RARE embossed memo page approx 5x7 from Air Force One signed in ballpoint ink by John F Kennedy adding to Don (an interviewer) with warm regards with COA

May 13, 2024John F Kennedy signed Air Force One memo page

$500

Recommended Historical Memorabilia

3 days LeftA Collection of U.S. Presidential Memorabilia

$250

Islamic Architectural Model in Frame: Islamic architectural model in framed case. Plaster, wood with pigment and gilding, alabaster pilasters. Frame: H 18-1/4" W 16-3/8" Model: H 15-1/2" W 13" Condition: Good. One pilaster cracked and rep

5 days LeftIslamic Architectural Model in Frame

$225

Robert Indiana Signed "LOVE" Artwork: Robert IndianaVinalhaven, ME, August 6, 1981Robert Indiana Signed "LOVE" ArtworkSigned artRobert Indiana (1928-2018). Original "LOVE" artwork completed in wax pastels and pen, sign

May 15, 2024Robert Indiana Signed "LOVE" Artwork

$600

Long Island Railroad Nickel Police Badge: Long Island Railroad nickel police / patrol badge with black enameled lettering. Plating shows wear, but the body is in good condition. The reverse is stamped with N. Stafford as the maker.

5 days LeftLong Island Railroad Nickel Police Badge

$160

Paul Revere Silver Teaspoon Possibly Gifted to Alexander Hamilton: Paul Reveren.p., n.d.Paul Revere Silver Teaspoon Possibly Gifted to Alexander HamiltonTablewareSmall silver teaspoon hand-crafted by Paul Revere, engraved with the initials "A.H." Featuring

May 15, 2024Paul Revere Silver Teaspoon Possibly Gifted to Alexander Hamilton

$1,900

May 15, 2024First Lady Nancy Reagan's Personally Owned Silver Flatware Service...From Her Mother! Used By Ron an

$1,500

May 15, 202410 Days After His Assassination JFK Signed W. H. letter, Fantastic! Among JFK's Last Acts in White H

$3,000

45 Tsuba From the Collection of a Lifetime Connoisseur of Japanese Art and Arms: Japanese Sword GuardJapan, various45 Tsuba From the Collection of a Lifetime Connoisseur of Japanese Art and ArmsOtherWe are pleased to offer a collection of 45 antique tsubas – Japanese sword g

May 15, 202445 Tsuba From the Collection of a Lifetime Connoisseur of Japanese Art and Arms

$10,000

Meyer Lansky with Jimmy "Blue Eyes" Alo Type 1 Photo At Birthday Party! PSA Certified Authentic: Meyer Lanskyn.p., ca. 1970sMeyer Lansky with Jimmy "Blue Eyes" Alo Type 1 Photo At Birthday Party! PSA Certified AuthenticPhotographA vintage color photograph showing mobster Meyer Lansky (1

May 15, 2024Meyer Lansky with Jimmy "Blue Eyes" Alo Type 1 Photo At Birthday Party! PSA Certified Authentic

$140

"The American Museum": Three Signed Volumes, Includes First Serial Printing of Constitution, Owned b: Ebenezer Elmern.p., n.d."The American Museum": Three Signed Volumes, Includes First Serial Printing of Constitution, Owned by a Member of Congress/Revolutionary War VeteranSigned bookThree original si

May 15, 2024"The American Museum": Three Signed Volumes, Includes First Serial Printing of Constitution, Owned b

$750

May 15, 2024Martin van Buren Seeks a Running Mate "…It does not require a handshake to make me comprehend

$400

Die Wiener Werkstätte 25th Anniversary Rare 1st Ed., Striking Appearance: 20th Century DesignVienna, Austria, ca. 1929Die Wiener Werkstätte 25th Anniversary Rare 1st Ed., Striking AppearanceFirst Edition bookDie Wiener Werkstätte, 1903-1928: Modernes Kunstge-werbe und Sei

May 15, 2024Die Wiener Werkstätte 25th Anniversary Rare 1st Ed., Striking Appearance

$700

21 hrs LeftNorman Rockwell - Portrait of John F. Kennedy

$2,000

Wabash Railroad Nickel Police Badge: Wabash railway nickel six point star police badge with black enameled lettering. The plating shows wear, but the body is in good condition.

5 days LeftWabash Railroad Nickel Police Badge

$110

May 16, 2024Ronald Reagan White House Presidential Bill Signer Pen & Seal Box

$350

American History September 7, 1835 Handwritten Slave Deed Framed wording Translation: September 7, 1835 Handwritten Slave Deed Framed with Interpretation Papers. Written by William Rush, County of Scott, State of Missouri from Elizabeth Baley, Phillips County, Arkansas. Has hand writte

Jul 07, 2024American History September 7, 1835 Handwritten Slave Deed Framed wording Translation

$50

R.B. Hayes ANS "Please Do the Best You Possibly Can In This Case."

Item Details

Description

R.B. Hayes ANS "Please Do the Best You Possibly Can In This Case."

Rutherford B. Hayes, ANS, 5" x 8", no date. A short note boldly signed by Hayes as "R.B. Hayes". Expected folds from mailing, scattered foxing not affecting the signature.

In full:

"Please do the best you possibly can in this case

R.B. Hayes"

Rutherford Birchard Hayes was an American lawyer and politician who served as the 19th president of the United States from 1877 to 1881, after serving in the U.S. House of Representatives and as governor of Ohio.

This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.

WE PROVIDE IN-HOUSE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE!

Buyer's Premium

R.B. Hayes ANS "Please Do the Best You Possibly Can In This Case."

Name: R.B. Hayes ANS \"Please Do the Best You Possibly Can In This Case.\"
SKU: 130127866
Price: 325 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

See Sold Price

Starting Price $70

Sell a Similar Item

2 bidders are watching this item.

Shipping & Pickup Options

Item located in Wilton, CT, us

Offers In-House Shipping

Local Pickup Available

Payment

University Archives

TOP RATED

Wilton, CT, United States

128 Reviews

2,875 Followers

Auction Curated By

John ReznikoffPresident