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ONLY NATIVE AMERICAN ON A US BANKNOTE

Fr.281, 1899 $5 "Indian Chief" Silver Certificate, N57171144, VF

This rare $5 Silver Certificate from 1899 is a sight to
behold. Featuring the iconic portrait of Chief Running
Antelope, it’s the only US banknote that features a
Native American Indian chief. This historic currency
was issued in the late 19th century and has become
an increasingly sought-after collectible recently.

This note has historical significance, and its unique
design makes it a beautiful work of art.

Photograph of Sioux chief Running Antelope 10"x13", Chief of the ...
Running Antelope (1821–1896)

Running Antelope became a head chief
of the
Húŋkpapȟa in 1851. Known for
his bravery in war, and skills in oratory
and diplomacy.

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KING’S GUN AUCTIONED FOR BIG MONEY

elvis revolver

An Elvis Presley firearm sold for a pretty penny on an Illinois
auction block recently.

The king of rock ‘n’ roll’s Smith & Wesson Model 53 revolver
fetched $199,750 at Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC)’s
August Premier Auction on Aug. 26 in Rock Island, Illinois.

The engraved revolver exceeded its pre-auction estimate of
$60,000 to $90,000 due to "competitive bidding from gun
enthusiasts" and Elvis fans around the world, according to
a press release from RIAC
.

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Some of Elvis’ gun collection.    
    
    
    
.: Elvis and guns   
Elvis Aaron Presley       
(January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977)

Rock Island Auction Company: The Largest Auction of Rare Firearms | Virtual-Strategy Magazine

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A SMALL FORTUNE COULD BE IN YOUR ATTIC

Ty Princess Diana Beanie Baby

The purple Princess Diana beanie baby was created shortly
after her death in 1997  to raise money for the Princess of
Wales Memorial Fund.         

        
       
As with everything that has the lady’s name attached to it, it
caused a massive frenzy and they have been collecting dust
in people’s attics ever since, waiting for them to rise in value. 

The question of what the Ty beanie babies are actually worth
is disputed. Some say they aren’t worth more than $5-$7 while
others speculate there are some valued at over $500,000.

The deciding factor is allegedly the stuffing, with the first
edition filled with PVC pellets, therefore, getting a higher 
valuation.

      

 est100 一些攝影(some photos): Princess Diana, 黛安娜王妃      
Diana, Princess of Wales
(born Diana Frances Spencer)
(1 July 1961 – 31 August 1997)
     

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ASKING PRICE OF $4,000 FOR A COMIC BOOK?

Roy Rogers (#1): Four Color #38. Dell Comics. Click for values
This is a rare Roy Rogers first cover photo four – color Dell comic book, #38 – 1944, in good condition.


Dell Comics was the comic book publishing arm of Dell
Publishing
, which got its start in pulp magazines.

It published comics from 1929 to 1974. At its peak, it was
the most prominent and successful American company
in the medium. In 1953 Dell claimed to be the world’s
largest comics publisher, selling 26 million copies each
month.

Its first title was The Funnies (1929), described by the
Library of Congress as "a short-lived newspaper tabloid
insert" rather than a comic book. Comics historian
Ron
Goulart
(below) describes the 16-page, four-color,
newsprint periodical as "more a Sunday comic section
without the rest of the newspaper than a true comic book.


Ron Goulart | Open Library

Comic Book Culture : An Illustrated History Hardcover Ron Goulart - Picture 1 of 1

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MARILYN MONROE ITEMS TO BE AUCTIONED

A rare photo of Marilyn Monroe hitting the auction block
Rare photos (like above) of a young Marilyn Monroe, taken
by Andre de Dienes, have an estimated value of $4,000-
$6,000. (Julien’s Auctions / Fox News)

(Fox News) – A rare handwritten note from Charles Stanley Gifford,
who was recently proven to be
Marilyn Monroe’s father, is going
up for auction.

More than 175 items associated with the Hollywood icon will be headlining the upcoming "Julien’s Auctions and TCM Present:
Icons & Idols Hollywood," which will be held both in person and
online next month.

"This card is the only known material artifact that establishes
any connection or communication between Gifford and his
famous daughter," read a release. According to the auction
house, it is believed the card was hand-delivered by Gifford to
Monroe while she was hospitalized.

Scott Fortner, who owns the world’s largest private collection of Monroe’s possessions, said he discovered the card "purely by
chance." The historian and co-host of the "All Things Marilyn"
podcast is considered to be an authority on Monroe and assists
major auction companies in authenticating and verifying
memorabilia.

A greeting card Stanley Gifford delivered to his famous daughter Marilyn Monroe

See the source image

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