Rare autographs from Marilyn Monroe, Bruce Lee, and Al Capone head to online sale
University Archives will auction rare autographs and manuscripts online on Wednesday, July 28, starting at 10am Eastern Time. Highlights include a typed letter signed by Nikola Tesla on wireless telegraphy, a Marilyn Monroe signed presentation from the 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' era, and a program co-signed by Bruce Lee and Van Williams from the 1967 International Karate Championships in California. The 430-lot catalog is available for viewing and bidding on University Archives' website, Invaluable.com, Auctionzip.com, and LiveAuctioneers.com. Telephone and absentee bids are also accepted.
Key facts
- Auction date: Wednesday, July 28.
- Start time: 10am Eastern Time.
- Format: online-only.
- Total lots: 430.
- Top lot: Nikola Tesla signed letter on wireless telegraphy.
- Another top lot: Marilyn Monroe signed presentation from 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' era.
- Another top lot: Bruce Lee and Van Williams co-signed program from 1967 International Karate Championships.
- Bidding platforms: UniversityArchives.com, Invaluable.com, Auctionzip.com, LiveAuctioneers.com.
Entities
Artists
- Marilyn Monroe
- Bruce Lee
- Van Williams
- Nikola Tesla
Institutions
- University Archives
Locations
- California