University Archives’ October 8th Online Auction Features Items Signed by Jefferson, Gandhi, others

Wilton, CT, USA — A 1793 document signed three times by then-Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson; a one-page document signed by Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots in 1565 (and co-signed by her second husband); and a two-page letter in Gujarati signed by Mahatma Gandhi in 1934 are just a taste of what’s in University Archives’ online-only Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books auction scheduled for Wednesday, October 8th, starting promptly at 10am Eastern Time.

Rare Autograph Highlights

The catalog in its entirety – all 452 lots – is up for viewing and bidding now on the University Archives website, plus the popular platforms Invaluable.com, Auctionzip.com and LiveAuctioneers.com. Telephone and absentee bids will also be accepted. “Our October sale will feature Part II of A Top-Notch Collection: over 75 lots – largely unreserved – from a sophisticated California connoisseur who purchased rare and desirable autographed items from Charles Hamilton, Joe Rubinfine, Kenneth Rendell, and other legendary dealers,” said John Reznikoff of University Archives.

“Also included is an assortment of items from U.S. Presidents, Early America, World Leaders, Science, Space, Literature, and Military.” University Archives has become world-renowned as a go-to source for rare items of this kind. It is actively seeking quality material for future auctions, presenting a rare opportunity for sellers. Anyone who has a single item or a collection that may be a fit for a future University Archives auction may call John Reznikoff. For more information about University Archives and the online-only Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books auction scheduled for Wednesday, October 8th, please visit website.

About University Archives

University Archives was founded in 1979, as a division of University Stamp Company, by John Reznikoff, who started collecting stamps and coins in 1968, while in the third grade. Industry-wide, Reznikoff is considered the leading authenticity expert for manuscripts and documents. He consults with law enforcement, dealers, auction houses and both major authentication companies. University Archives is located at 88 Danbury Road (Suite #2A) in Wilton, Conn.