![Lincoln George Ayres Image: Abraham LincolnPhiladelphia, PA, ca. 1881Lincoln George Ayres ImagePhotographA photograph of Abraham Lincoln (O-26) produced by photographer George Ayres. Measuring 7" x 9", [Philadelphia],](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322244_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
Historical Memorabilia
![Lincoln George Ayres Image: Abraham LincolnPhiladelphia, PA, ca. 1881Lincoln George Ayres ImagePhotographA photograph of Abraham Lincoln (O-26) produced by photographer George Ayres. Measuring 7" x 9", [Philadelphia],](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322244_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Rare Signed Author’s Edition of “Leaves of Grass”: Walt WhitmanCamden, NJ, ca. 1881Rare Signed Author’s Edition of “Leaves of Grass”Signed bookA very scarce copy of the Author’s Edition of “Leaves of Grass” Camden,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322625_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Harry Houdini TLS Re: Death-Defying Underwater Sealed Coffin Experiment! 2 Months Before His Death: Harry Houdini[New York, NY], August 28, 1926Harry Houdini TLS Re: Death-Defying Underwater Sealed Coffin Experiment! 2 Months Before His DeathTLSA 1p typed letter boldly signed by American illusionist](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322477_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Jacqueline Kennedy to Card. Cushing After Marriage to Onassis: “…I will always be: Jacqueline Kennedyn.p., November 13 [1968]Jacqueline Kennedy to Card. Cushing After Marriage to Onassis: “…I will always be completely loyal to the Kennedys”ALSA superb content and v](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322224_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Patrick Henry Writes to Light-Horse Harry Lee, Collecting Taxes During the Whiskey Rebellion, Which: Patrick HenryCampbell County, VA, January 30, 1794Patrick Henry Writes to Light-Horse Harry Lee, Collecting Taxes During the Whiskey Rebellion, Which Lee Put DownALSPATRICK HENRY, Autograph Letter Sig](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322426_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Franklin Mint Sculptors' Studio Collection Series I Medals 19/20: 19 sterling silver medals from the Franklin Mint from their Sculptors' Studio Collection, the first of the series. Includes 19 of the original 20 medals. Additionally includes 9 of the original 20 ref](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9234/331906/179053360_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717190599)
![Rare ca. 1870's Fire Brigade Image on Card with Midget Firefighters: Incredibly Rare image of a ca. 1870's Fire Brigade, location unknown. The interesting aspect of this 1870's image is the the 2 midget firefighters located just in front of the pumper. Midgets were wid](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9187/329727/179160579_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717676249)
![Antique Victorian Brass Firefighter Fireman Helmet: An antique brass fireman's helmet featuring a dragon relief along each side of the top and a torch with crossed axes medallion at the front. The interior retains remnants of a leather strap. No appare](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4708/332906/179691709_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717971821)
![4 Vols Theodore Roosevelt 1882-1897 1st Ed: A wonderful set by President Theodore Roosevelt, before he was elected, includes The Wildnerness Hunter, The Naval War of 1812, Hunting Trips of a Ranchman, and American Ideals. All 1st Ed, published](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8050/328421/176939172_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1714605816)
![Glennon Kingsley's Apollo Program Silver Snoopy Pin & Name Tag: This is a Silver Snoopy from the personal collection of Grumman's Chief Test Astronaut for the Apollo Lunar Module Program. It has the same marking as the one sold in a past auction as the first ever](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6580/332187/179264863_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717526971)
![Silversmith Edmond Milne Seeks Help on Revolutionary War Claim in 1811: Revolutionary Warn.p., January 8, 1811Silversmith Edmond Milne Seeks Help on Revolutionary War Claim in 1811ALS[REVOLUTIONARY WAR.] Edmond Milne, Autograph Letter Signed, to Morgan and Biddle, January](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322444_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Abraham Lincoln & Tad Tintype CDV: Abraham LincolnPhiladelphia, PA, n.d.Abraham Lincoln & Tad Tintype CDVTintypeTintype photograph of a seated Abraham Lincoln with a book on his lap and his youngest son Tad at his right. Measuring 1.37](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322245_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Sale of Teenaged Slave Girl in Colonial Connecticut: SlaveryNorwich, CT, May 14, 1761Sale of Teenaged Slave Girl in Colonial ConnecticutMDS[SLAVERY.] Ebenezer Fitch, Manuscript Document Signed, Bill of Sale for slave Nancy, May 14, 1761, Norwich, Connec](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322401_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![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,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370605_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![Abraham Lincoln Funeral Notice: Abraham LincolnFremont, OH, April 18, 1865Abraham Lincoln Funeral NoticeDocumentFuneral Notice, 1p on bifold black-bordered mourning stationery, 4.5" x 7", Fremont, Ohio, April 18, 1865. By](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322238_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![NASA Red-Number Earthrise Photograph from Apollo 10 Mission: Apollo 10n.p., n.d.NASA Red-Number Earthrise Photograph from Apollo 10 MissionPhotographA NASA red-number photograph from the Apollo 10 Mission. Measuring 8" x 10", n.p., n.d. NASA "red number" photo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322307_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Owned and Signed Copy of “The Warden”: Franklin D. RooseveltHyde Park, New York, n.d.Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Owned and Signed Copy of “The Warden”Signed bookA scarce copy of “The Warden” by Anthony Trollope. N](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322270_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Dreams From My Father by Barack Obama (signed): A first edition of Dreams From My Father by Barack Obama (New York, 1995). Inscribed and signed by Obama on the half-title. The catalog sheet from Bauman Rare Books, which accompanies the item, descri](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/385/332379/179257738_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717521954)
![George Washington Engraved Dinner Invitation: George Washingtonn.p., ca. 1790sGeorge Washington Engraved Dinner InvitationPrinted documentAn engraved dinner invitation from George and Martha Washington. 1p on laid paper, measuring 6" x 3.25&](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322290_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Albert Einstein Letter With Great Mark Twain Association Ex: Sotheby's: Albert Einsteinn.p.Albert Einstein Letter With Great Mark Twain Association Ex: Sotheby'sTLSA superb typed letter signed by Einstein, Oct. 21, 1942. To Cyril Clemens, a more or less fictitious relativ](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322645_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![Peter the Great 1717 DS Recruiting German Craftsmen, Notably Shipbuilders, Fascinating and Stunning!: Czar Peter I of RussiaSaint Petersburg, Russia, December 17, 1717Peter the Great 1717 DS Recruiting German Craftsmen, Notably Shipbuilders, Fascinating and Stunning!DSRare manuscript DS untranslated i](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6306/332509/179322592_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717621384)
![CHICAGO FIRE EXTINGUISHER MANUFACTURING CO. PHOTOGRAPHIC TRADE ALBUM 19th Century Album 2.5" x 15.5": CHICAGO FIRE EXTINGUISHER MANUFACTURING CO. PHOTOGRAPHIC TRADE ALBUM19th CenturyExhaustive catalog documenting firefighting equipment used during the waning days of the horse-drawn fire truck era, wit](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7634/333445/180037798_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718397629)
![John F Kennedy Signed & Inscribed Postmarked Inauguration Envelope: John F. Kennedy Signed & Inscribed "With Warm Regards" Inauguration Envelope Postmarked Washington, DC, January 20, 1961. This extraordinary piece of American history is an inauguration day envelope s](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6667/333062/179797253_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718138232)
![Ringling Brothers Clown - circus poster: 1943, 21x28, US, B condition](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1037/330291/178052752_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716066264)
News about Historical Memorabilia
![Hake’s online-exclusive sale takes novel approach with $9.99 opening bids](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Hakes-GPA-News-Header-1029_1000x600-1.jpg)
Hake’s online-exclusive sale takes novel approach with $9.99 opening bids
YORK, Pa. – Hake’s is hosting a special online-exclusive auction covering a large array of collecting categories spread out over 2,500 lots. The auction is filled with comics, political material, action figures and toys, video games, art, VHS tapes, and more – all starting at just $9.99. The auction has opened for bidding and will close […]
![Suffrage movement recalled through memorabilia at Potter & Potter, Nov. 17](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/465-copy-1.jpg)
Suffrage movement recalled through memorabilia at Potter & Potter, Nov. 17
CHICAGO – Potter & Potter Auctions will hold a nearly 700-lot Historical Memorabilia & Americana Sale on Thursday, November 17, starting at 10 am Central time. It will feature relics of the suffrage movement, Civil Rights ephemera and Civil War memorabilia, as well as materials relating to Abraham Lincoln and other American presidents. Absentee and Internet live […]
![Serbian medal, diamond ring outshine all others at Michaan’s sale](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/25036_4-01-1.jpeg)
Serbian medal, diamond ring outshine all others at Michaan’s sale
ALAMEDA, Calif. – Michaan’s monthly gallery auction, which took place September 17, comprised decorative arts spanning an array of cultures and styles, including painted Russian icons, African masks and figures, framed Disney celluloids, a variety of designer jewelry and many genres of Chinese pottery and carvings.
![Rough Riders archive leads charge at John Moran, Sept. 20](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/PHOTO_1-1.jpeg)
Rough Riders archive leads charge at John Moran, Sept. 20
LOS ANGELES — John Moran Auctioneers will hold a Traditional Collector auction on Tuesday, September 20, beginning at noon Pacific time. With more than 300 lots, the sale has everything from 18th-century English and Neoclassical fine and decorative art to French Country and Colonial antique furniture. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.