University Archives ranked among the best historical book and manuscript auction houses for the week ending January 7, 2022, in a survey conducted by Rare Book Hub. Our January 6, 2022 sale achieved hammer prices 141% above collective high estimates, and we had one of the highest sell-through rates in the industry, with 98.13% of lots sold. In addition, University Archives delivered 8 of the top 25 highest selling lots industry-wide during the same time period.
Now Accepting Consignments for Future Sales
Seeking Rare Documents, Manuscripts, Books, & Historical Relics Related to General Interest! Contact us Today at 203.454.0111 / john@universityarchives.com
January 2022 Auction Results Highlighted By:
- George Washington Settles Account with Former Foe Turned Friend in 1762
Sold for $20,000 Including Buyer’s Premium
Estimate: $12,000 – $14,000 - Steve Wozniak Signed Photo of Apple I Computer
Sold for $4,687.50 Including Buyer’s Premium
Estimate: $200 – $300 - Detail of King Philip’s War 1676 ALS, “God hath utterly scattered delivered up & subdued the heathen…delivered up Philip to death”
Lot 156 / Sold for $5,937.50 Including Buyer’s Premium
Estimate: $800 – $900 - Superb U.S. Grant Carte de Visite Signed With Rank
Lot 21 / Sold for $10,625 Including Buyer’s Premium
Estimate: $3,000 – $4,000 - Iconic Civil Rights Photo Signed by Elizabeth Eckford of the “Little Rock Nine”
Lot 148 / Sold for $5,312.50 Including Buyer’s Premium
Estimate: $200 – $300 - Ernest Hemingway Signed Check to Friend & Finca Vigia Manager
Lot 310 / Sold for $3,000 Including Buyer’s Premium
Estimate: $800 – $1,000
WHY CONSIGN?
- Up to 100% Cash Advances
- Same day payment or check by FedEx available to ensure you the quickest access to funds, even with reasonable reserves.
- Competitive Seller’s Fees
- We can often match or beat any of our competitors’ commission rates, and on certain items we will not charge commission.
- Free Inbound FedEx Shipping
- We can often send shipping supplies, too!
- Free Authentication by a Leading Industry Expert
- John Reznikoff is a longtime historical expert for both PSA/DNA and JSA. He also authenticates for major auction houses and dealers, a service which is not usually complimentary.
- Free Insurance, & Peace of Mind!
- We are insured for many millions of dollars, and provide state-of-the-art security for your items while they are in our custody.
Do you have items to consign? Call us today at 203-454-0111 or e-mail John Reznikoff at john@universityarchives.com.
