Description
BARBARA BILLINGSLEY (1915-2010). An autographed letter on personal card/stationery signed by the actress, to collector Professor Harold Layer in response to offer of STORK CLUB memorabilia, explaining that she is not the daughter of Sherman Billingsley. She writes, in part: "Sherman Billingsley has a daughter named Barbara... I am not related to Sherman. I married his nephew Glenn." 8" x 5." With envelope postmarked Marina Del Rey, CA, October 18, 1990. Condition: some ink smearing from dampstain, but signature clear. PROVENANCE: THE HAROLD A. LAYER COLLECTION.
Buyer's Premium
30%
Actress Barbara Billingsley, Signed Letter Re: Relation to Sherman Billingsley
Estimate $80-$120
Starting Bid
$40
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Oct 9, 2026, 1:30 PM EDTSouth San Francisco, CA, United States
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