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Among the standout highlights in our highly anticipated Frontiers of Flight auction is a rare and historic collection of WWII Japanese Invasion Currency, each note hand-signed by key members of the legendary Enola Gay crew and other pivotal aviation figures from the Pacific Theater. The Enola Gay was a B-29 Superfortress bomber that was famously used by the United States to drop the atomic bomb "Little Boy" on Hiroshima, Japan, on August 6, 1945. These historic pieces of WWII-era occupation currency not only reflect Japan’s expansionist campaign across Asia but also bear the autographs of the men who helped bring...

Aerophilately documents the exciting frontier of flight. From pioneer aviation at the dawn of the 20th century, to the roaring 20s, the war years, supersonic flight, and beyond. Many of the items offered in this sale were actually carried on record flights and daring missions. Successful bidders can own an envelope on the first flight over the North (1926) or South Pole (1929), carried on General Balbo’s Air Armada from Rome to Rio de Janeiro (1931), winged its way with Charles Lindbergh (its autographed) to Dutch Guiana (1929), lofted into the stratosphere with Navy pilots (1961), accompanied Howard Hughes around...

The July History & Culture auction attracted outstanding participation from collectors worldwide, with 189 of 200 lots sold — an exceptional 95% sell-through rate. This historic and cultural memorabilia auction showcased a remarkable breadth and depth of autographs and collectibles spanning categories from classic cinema and Broadway theater to military history and pop culture photography. Highlight lots included a signed photo of Jack Nicholson from The Shining’s iconic bar scene, captivating film enthusiasts; an autographed print featuring Broadway legends Gwen Verdon, Chita Rivera, and Jerry Orbach from Chicago, highlighting our strong theater and art crossover offerings; and a compelling WWII...

Auction of Autographs & Artifacts: Featuring World History, American History, Space & Aviation, Art, Culture, Science, Classic Entertainment & Sports