One of A Kind Collectibles: An Auction on this 17th
- by Announcement, Rare Book Hub staff
Collectible paper!!
One of A Kind Collectibles, a division of Gindy Auctions, are specialists in collectible paper in its many forms. For the past 17 years the firm has been offering rare and collectible material at auction. On October 17th they will sell a fresh assortment of material.
Featuring a collection of signed documents, rare memorabilia, and historical artifacts from some of the most iconic figures in history, science, aviation, entertainment, and the arts. This highly anticipated event will showcase items that have left a permanent mark on history, including an Abraham Lincoln rare signed letter on Executive Mansion stationery to the secretary of the Navy. An extremely rare letter written while onboard the ship the Hornet signed by American naval hero James Lawrence who uttered the famous “ Don’t Give up the ship! The quotation is still a popular naval battle cry.
Founding Fathers: Signed documents from Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Samuel Adams, John Hancock, Patrick Henry, and John Jay.
Literary Treasures: A 1623 first folio leaf from William Shakespeare's work, approximately 14 leaves from 15th century illuminated manuscript, and more, nestled within an extra-illustrated edition of Dibdin’s book on collecting. A very rare Benjamin Franklin publication printed in 1762 on the subject of slavery. A fine autograph album with the Rare signature of James A. Garfield as president. Literary and Music collectors will be delighted with an Ernest Hemingway oversized signed photo, complete with an inscription about his love for drinking. A George Gershwin signed copy of Porgy & Bess, one of the most significant American operas. Hector Berlioz: A musical quotation signed by the famed French composer. Louis Pasteur correspondence related to his groundbreaking work on rabies.
The diverse array of items spans centuries and genres, offering something for every collector and historian. From presidential documents to literary giants and scientific pioneers, this event is not to be missed.
Auction Date: October 17th, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM EST To participate, register at One of A Kind Collectibles. Bidding is available online, by phone, and in person.
High Bids Win Rare Books, Catalogs, Magazines and Machine Manuals December 24 to January 9
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: Ellis Smith Prints unsigned. 20” by 16”.
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: United typothetae of America presidents. Pictures of 37 UTA presidents 46th annual convention United typothetae of America Cincinnati 1932.
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec signed Paper Impressionism Art Prints. MayMilton 9 1/2” by 13” Reine de Joie 9 1/2” by 13”.
High Bids Win Rare Books, Catalogs, Magazines and Machine Manuals December 24 to January 9
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: Aberle’ Ballet editions. 108th triumph, American season spring and summer 1944.
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: Puss ‘n Boots. 1994 Charles Perrult All four are signed by Andreas Deja
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: Specimen book of type faces. Job composition department, Philadelphia gazette publishing company .
High Bids Win Rare Books, Catalogs, Magazines and Machine Manuals December 24 to January 9
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: An exhibit of printed books, Bridwell library.
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur Court By Mark Twain 1889.
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: 1963 Philadelphia Eagles official program.
High Bids Win Rare Books, Catalogs, Magazines and Machine Manuals December 24 to January 9
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: 8 - Esquire the magazine for men 1954.
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: The American printer, July 1910.
High Bids Win, Dec. 24 – Jan. 9: Leaves of grass 1855 by Walt Whitman.
Sotheby's Fine Books, Manuscripts & More Available for Immediate Purchase
Sotheby’s: William Shakespeare. The Poems and Sonnets of William Shakespeare, 1960. 7,210 USD
Sotheby’s: Charles Dickens. A Christmas Carol, First Edition, 1843. 17,500 USD
Sotheby’s: William Golding. Lord of the Flies, First Edition, 1954. 5,400 USD
Sotheby's Fine Books, Manuscripts & More Available for Immediate Purchase
Sotheby’s: Lewis Carroll. Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There, Inscribed First Edition, 1872. 25,000 USD
Sotheby’s: J.R.R. Tolkien. The Hobbit, First Edition, 1937. 12,000 USD
Sotheby’s: John Milton. Paradise Lost, 1759. 5,400 USD
