Presidential collectors and romantics will find irresistible this autograph letter dated May 5, 1853, from James Buchanan (1791-1868). Buchanan, the 15th U.S. president and the only chief executive to remain a life-long bachelor, writes to a young female acquaintance in Washington, D.C., named Eliza Watterston. Reference is made to Harriet Lane, his niece, who would serve as White House hostess during his administration. Buchanan writes that he looks forward to the pleasure of a tete a tete with your ladyship. Originality guaranteed with a certificate of authenticity from The Caren Archive. The Caren Archive is a collection of some one million extremely rare historical collectibles, covering the major events from the 16th to the early 20th centuries in the U.S. and Britain. This document should be considered in very good condition. As with any piece that dates back centuries, there may be some minor staining, wear, toning, foxing (discoloration) or small tears. Ship in 3-5 business days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 5200.00
Any presidential buff or constitutional scholar will wish to add to his collection this 1804 autograph letter of James Madison (1751-1836), father of the U.S. Constitution, serving Secretary of State, and the future fourth U.S. President - to James L. Cathcart, diplomatic envoy, Department of State, Washington. The letter advises Cathcart that a U.S. naval fleet is proceeding to the Mediterranean to do battle with the Barbary Pirates. Reference is made to an attached copy of the Act of Congress for raising the revenue and making appropriations. Originality guaranteed with a certificate of authenticity from The Caren Archive. The Caren Archive is a collection of some one million extremely rare historical collectibles, covering the major events from the 16th to the early 20th centuries in the U.S. and Britain. This document should be considered in very good condition. As with any piece that dates back centuries, there may be some minor staining, wear, toning, foxing (discoloration) or small tears. Ship in 3-5 business days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 10500.00
The perfect gift for the physician in your life! We offer a single ledger page from a mid-18th Century doctor in New England with detailed accounts of prescriptions, procedures and prices. Archivally matted 14 x 6 sheet with more than 50 bold manuscript entries. Since we have several of these pages, the purchaser will receive a ledger page similar to the one pictured, but not necessarily the exact one. Originality guaranteed with a certificate of authenticity from The Caren Archive, a leading source of significant historic printed matter. This document should be considered in very good condition. As with any piece that dates back centuries, there may be some minor staining, wear, toning, foxing (discoloration) or small tears. Ships in 3 5 business days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 240.00
Own a piece of history from one of Americas most famous printer, statesman, scientist and philosopher: Ben Franklin. We offer a leaf from Votes and Proceedings of the House of Representatives of the Province of Pennsylvania printed by Franklin on his own printing press, circa 1760. Each leaf is archivally matted to 20 x 16. A limited quantity of these pages is available. The purchaser will receive a leaf similar to the one pictured, but not necessarily the exact one. Originality guaranteed with a certificate of authenticity from The Caren Archive, a leading source of significant historic printed matter. This document should be considered in very good condition. As with any piece that dates back centuries, there may be some minor staining, wear, toning, foxing (discoloration) or small tears. Ships in 3 5 business days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 250.00
Complete, original newspapers -- the National Anti-Slavery Standard (New York, NY) dated between 1850 and 1870. These fervently anti-slavery newspapers have lots of text, names, and proclamations from among the most radical of the Abolitionist movement just before, during, and just after the Civil War. The pre- Civil War dates (1850-1860) and Civil War dates (1861-1865) have mostly anti-slavery content while the Reconstruction Era dates (post 1865) have issues that are for women's rights and equality for African-Americans. These newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are very rare collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of original anti-slavery material in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a newspaper of our choice (you can't order a specific date or event). Each newspaper, printed back then on durable rag paper, has 4 pages and will be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 140 years old. Dimensions: 22 x 16. Comes in a plastic envelope. Allow 3 - 5 for shipping.
Price: 125.00
These issues of the London Gazette (England) are complete, original newspapers, dated 1776, that momentous year in the American Revolutionary War. Imagine the thrill of reading or displaying a newspaper dated during the American Revolution in the very year that the United States declared its Independence from Great Britain. These Revolutionary War newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are very rare collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of Revolutionary War era history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a newspaper with the date of our choice in 1776. We cannot guarantee American content and you can't order a specific date or event. Each newspaper, printed back then on durable rag paper, has 4 or more pages and will be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 232 years old. Dimensions: 11.5 x 7.5. Comes in a plastic envelope. PLEASE ALLOW 2 - 3 DAYS TO SHIP Ships within 2 days
Price: 325.00
Yes, you read that correctly. These are complete, original and RARE Confederate newspapers -- the Richmond Daily Dispatch (Virginia) -- from the Civil War, all dating between 1861 and 1865. Imagine the thrill of reading detailed first-hand accounts of the battles and generals FROM THE CONFEDERATE PERSPECTIVE. This is the closest you can get to the Confederate side without sneaking through the Union lines! These antique Confederate Civil War newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are rare collectors items, much scarcer than Union Civil War newspapers. Just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of Confederate history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a newspaper of our choice (you can't order a specific date or event). Each newspaper, printed back then on durable rag paper, has either 1 or 2 pages and will be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 140 years old. Dimensions: 16 x 23. Comes in a plastic envelope. Ships within 2 days
Price: 145.00
These are complete, original four-page newspapers -- the Las Vegas Gazette (New Mexico TERRRITORY) -- from July-September 1881, when Billy the Kid was on the loose or had just been killed in the Las Vegas area. Imagine the thrill of reading detailed first-hand accounts of the goings on in frontier Las Vegas when Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett were household names to the local residents. These rare New Mexico territorial newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are rare collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of wild west outlaw history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a newspaper of our choice (you can't order a specific date or event). Each newspaper, printed back then on durable rag paper, has 4 pages and will be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 125 years old. Dimensions: 16 x 22. Comes in a plastic envelope. PLEASE ALLOW 2 - 3 DAYS TO SHIP Ships within 2 days
Price: 125.00
An unusual document from the early career of the 12th U.S. President, Zachary Taylor (1784-1850). This manuscript 1817 requisition is for stationery supplies for the troops at Fort Howard (Wisconsin) where then Major Taylor was in command. This 7 x 7 document is matted with a portrait of an older Taylor in military uniform. Originality guaranteed with a certificate of authenticity from The Caren Archive, a leading source of significant historic printed matter. This document should be considered in very good condition. As with any piece that dates back centuries, there may be some minor staining, wear, toning, foxing (discoloration) or small tears. Ships in 3 5 business days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 2600.00
Bertolt Brecht (1898-1956), an important force in German poetry and playwriting in the 20th Century, writes a lengthy letter concerning his literary output. Though written in German, this comes with a full transcript in English. Unfortunately there is not yet an authorized translation of Mutter Courage und ihre Kinder in English, Brecht writes, which indicates this undated letter was written after 1941. Written on 11 x 8 sheet of Berliner Ensemble stationery. Comes with transmittal envelope. Originality guaranteed with a certificate of authenticity from The Caren Archive, a leading source of significant historic printed matter. This document should be considered in very good condition. As with any piece that dates back centuries, there may be some minor staining, wear, toning, foxing (discoloration) or small tears. Ships in 3 5 business days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 1875.00
British actor Basil Rathbone (1892-1967) received accolades for Broadway performances, but is probably most generally remembered as Sherlock Holmes in numerous films and radio performances. In this typed letter, Rathbone addresses a fan and mentions his service in WWI with the Liverpool Scottish . . . not the Gordon Highlanders. Boldly signed on a 10 x 7 sheet of his stationery with an imprinted signature at the top. Originality guaranteed with a certificate of authenticity from The Caren Archive, a leading source of significant historic printed matter. This document should be considered in very good condition. As with any piece that dates back centuries, there may be some minor staining, wear, toning, foxing (discoloration) or small tears. Ships in 3 5 business days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 540.00
These are complete original newspapers, the Continental Journal (Boston), each dated in 1782 or 1783 and published while the American Revolutionary War was still being contested. The newspaper contains essays, news, and reports from the Revolutionary War as well as local ads and news from Boston during this exciting era in US history. Imagine the thrill of reading accounts of the War while George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, Ben Franklin and other patriots were still alive! These antique newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are true collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a newspaper date of our choice between 1782 and 1783 (you can't order a specific date or event). Each newspaper, printed back then on durable rag paper, has four pages and be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 225 years old. Dimensions: 16 x 11. Comes in an acid-free Mylar envelope. Ships in 2-3 business days.
Price: 900.00
These are complete original newspapers, the Votes of the House of Commons (London, England), each dated between 1715 and 1717. Each is a one or two page newspaper with coverage of the important events and affairs of the British Empire in 1715, during the reign of King George I. Imagine the thrill of reading first-hand accounts of the debates and laws discussed in the halls of power of the most powerful nation on Earth, 300 years ago. This is the closest you can get to the political action of that era ! These antique British newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are true collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a newspaper date of our choice between 1715 and 1717 (you can't order a specific date or event). Each newspaper, printed back then on durable rag paper, has two or four pages and will be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 290 years old. Dimensions: 11.5 x 7. Comes in an acid-free Mylar envelope. Ships in 2-3 business days.
Price: 80.00
These are complete original newspapers / magazines, Barron's, the National Financial Weekly (New York, NY), dated in 1929. From the year of the Stock Market Crash that began the Great Depression, this original weekly newspaper / magazine has the same detailed analysis of the financial world and the same stock market tables with prices quoted, so familiar to readers today. Great coverage of the year of the Wall Street Crash in 1929- and in the financial newspaper / magazine of record from that terrible year. Would make a great gift for a Stock Broker or his / her favorite clients !! Imagine the thrill of reading first-hand accounts of the events leading up to the great Stock Market Crash of 1929. This is the closest you can get to the Stock Market Crash of 1929 without actually being there at the time !! These antique American newspapers / magazines can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are true collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a Barron's newspaper / magazine with the date of our choice in 1929 (you can't order a specific date or event). Each newspaper / magazine, printed back then on quality glossy paper, has over 18 pages and will be complete. Expect wear and tear as these are more than 80 years old. Dimensions: 20 x 15. Comes in an acid-free Mylar envelope. Ships in 2-3 business days.
Price: 130.00
Yes, an original 1914-1918 issue of the Illustrated London News (England), a weekly newspaper with approximately 24 pages of text and illustrations covering the events of WW I. Many photos, engravings, and a myriad of text tells the story of World War I while it was still raging, with the final outcome unclear. Imagine the thrill of reading and seeing detailed first-hand accounts of the battles and generals of WW I. This is the closest you can get to WW I without being there ! These antique WW I newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are true collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent an Illustrated London News newspaper of our choice (you can't order a specific date or event), dated between Sept 1, 1914 and November 11, 1918. Each newspaper, printed on glossy durable paper, has approximately 24 pages and will be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 90 years old. Dimensions: 15.5 x 10.5. Comes in an acid-free Mylar envelope. Ships in 2-3 business days.
Price: 50.00
These are complete original newspapers, the Wall Street Journal (New York, NY), dated in 1929. From the year of the Stock Market Crash that began the Great Depression, this original newspaper looks almost exactly like the Wall Street Journal of today and has the same stock market tables with prices quoted, so familiar to readers today. Great coverage of the year of the Wall Street Crash in October, 1929 - and in the financial newspaper of record from that terrible year. Would make a great gift for a Stock Broker or his / her favorite clients !! Imagine the thrill of reading first-hand accounts of the events leading up to the great Stock Market Crash of 1929. This is the closest you can get to the Stock Market Crash of 1929 without actually being there at the time !! These antique American newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are true collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a Wall Street Journal newspaper with the date of our choice in 1929 (you can't order a specific date or event). Each newspaper, printed back then on pulp paper, has over 18 pages and will be complete. Expect wear and tear as these are more than 80 years old. Dimensions: 24 x 16. Comes in an acid-free Mylar envelope. Ships in 2-3 business days.
Price: 160.00
These are complete original newspapers / news books, The Present State of Europe or the Historical and Political Monthly Mercury. (London, England), each dated between 1700 and 1718. Each monthly issue has approximately 36 pages with detailed coverage of the important events and affairs of Europe and the World in the early 18th Century. Much of this newspaper / news book (the direct precursor of the newspaper) is concerned with the political and military affairs of Europe and is organized into news by country or region, with commentary on the events. Imagine the thrill of reading first-hand accounts of the political and military affairs going on in Europe in 1700-, over 300 years ago. This is the closest you can get to the political and military action of that era ! These antique British newspapers / news books can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are true collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a newspaper / news book date of our choice between 1700 and 1718 (you can't order a specific date or event). Each newspaper / news book, printed back then on durable rag paper, has approximately 36 pages and will be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 300 years old. Dimensions: 8 x 6. Comes in an acid-free Mylar envelope. Ships in 2-3 business days.
Price: 110.00
These are complete original newspapers / magazines, Barron's, the National Financial Weekly (New York, NY), dated in 1930. From the year after the Stock Market Crash that began the Great Depression, this original weekly newspaper / magazine has the same detailed analysis of the financial world and the same stock market tables with prices quoted, so familiar to readers today. Great coverage of the first year of the Great Depression that followed the Wall Street Crash in October, 1929 - and in the financial newspaper / magazine of record from that terrible year. Would make a great gift for a Stock Broker or his / her favorite clients !! Imagine the thrill of reading first-hand accounts of the Great Depression just after the Stock Market Crash of 1929. This is the closest you can get to the Great Depression in 1930 without actually being there at the time !! These antique American newspapers / magazines can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are true collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent a Barron's newspaper / magazine with the date of our choice in 1930 (you can't order a specific date or event). Each newspaper / magazine, printed back then on quality glossy paper, has over 24 pages and will be complete. Expect wear and tear as these are more than 80 years old. Dimensions: 20 x 15. Comes in an acid-free Mylar envelope. Ships in 2-3 business days.
Price: 85.00
Yes, an original issue of the Illustrated London News (England), a weekly newspaper with approximately 24 pages of text and illustrations covering the events from over a Century ago. Many photos, engravings, and a myriad of text tells the story of our world at the beginning of the 20th Century, 1900-1909. Imagine the thrill of reading and seeing detailed first-hand accounts of the events and personalities of our world, 100 years ago. This is the closest you can get to a time machine and travel back to that earlier era ! These antique 100 year old illustrated newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are true collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent an Illustrated London News newspaper of our choice (you can't order a specific date or event), dated between 1900 and 1908. Each newspaper, printed on glossy durable paper, has approximately 24 pages and will be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 100 years old. Dimensions: 16 x 11. Comes in an acid-free Mylar envelope. Ships in 2-3 business days.
Price: 50.00
Yes, an original 1939-1945 issue of the Illustrated London News (England), a weekly newspaper with approximately 24 pages of text and illustrations covering the events of WW II. Many photos, engravings, and a myriad of text tells the story of World War II while it was still raging, with the final outcome unclear. Imagine the thrill of reading and seeing detailed first-hand accounts of the battles and generals of WW II. This is the closest you can get to WW II without being there ! These antique WW II newspapers can be an educational gift for students and adults alike. They are true collectors items; just imagine the thrill of holding a piece of history in your hands. When you order, you will be sent an Illustrated London News newspaper of our choice (you can't order a specific date or event), dated between Sept 1, 1939 and August 15, 1945. Each newspaper, printed on glossy durable paper, has approximately 24 pages and will be complete. Expect minor wear and tear as these are more than 60 years old. Dimensions: 15.5 x 10.5. Comes in an acid-free Mylar envelope. Ships in 2-3 business days.
Price: 50.00
