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Political & Historical Americana
Potter & Potter Auctions, Chicago · 5 Nov 2026
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About this sale
This sale has 425 lots, listed under Firearms & Militaria and Memorabilia & Autographs. It takes place on Thursday 5 November 2026. Potter & Potter Auctions has 2 other upcoming sales on Auction Eagle.
Highlights from this sale
A selection of lots from the catalog.
Lot 1George Washington: Free Frank Signed Envelope Panel Addressed to Governor George Clinton
Lot 230 Star Flag: Rare Medallion Configuration
Lot 3Susan B. Anthony: Minnesota Woman's Suffrage Association Badge
Lot 4Harry S. Truman: Complete copy of the most famous "error" newspaper of all time, the November 3, 1948 edition of the Chicago Daily Tribune
Lot 5Abraham Lincoln: Salt Print photograph by Samuel Fassett
Lot 6McKinley & Hobart: Colorful Salesman's Sample of a Jugate Street Banner
The auction house’s description
Join us on November 5th for an exciting Political & Historical Americana sale. The auction features material dating to the 18th and 19th century, including a rare George Washington free frank, and a desirable John Quincy Adams Pewter mirror. Collectors will also find a wonderful selection of three-dimensional campaign items, an amazing Howard Hughes signed photograph, important association items, campaign posters, Lincolniana, and historical autographs.
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Catalog Lots
425 lots in Political & Historical Americana.
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Lot 1
George Washington: Free Frank Signed Envelope Panel Addressed to Governor George Clinton
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Lot 2
30 Star Flag: Rare Medallion Configuration
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Lot 3
Susan B. Anthony: Minnesota Woman's Suffrage Association Badge
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Lot 4
Harry S. Truman: Complete copy of the most famous "error" newspaper of all time, the November 3, 1948 edition of the Chicago Daily Tribune
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Lot 5
Abraham Lincoln: Salt Print photograph by Samuel Fassett
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Lot 6
McKinley & Hobart: Colorful Salesman's Sample of a Jugate Street Banner
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Lot 7
Abraham Lincoln: 1860 Portrait Ribbon
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Lot 8
William Jennings Bryan: Metal Donkey with Celluloid Button
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Lot 9
Western Union: Thomas A. Edison Classic 1920's Stock Ticker Tape Machine
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Lot 10
John Quincy Adams: Prohibitively Rare Pewter Rim
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Lot 11
Abraham Lincoln: Signed Diplomat Appointment Document and twelve Cabinet Members Signed Documents and Letters
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Lot 12
The Beatles: Group Signed Nempix 1963 Photograph
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Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Political & Historical Americana?
Political & Historical Americana takes place on Thu, Nov 5, 2026 · 10:00 am (ET) in Chicago, Illinois by Potter & Potter Auctions.
Is this auction online or in person?
This is an online-only auction, so you bid through the live catalog.
How do I bid or view the catalog?
View the full catalog and register to bid on the live catalog at https://www.bidsquare.com/auctions/potter-potter/political-historical-americana-23580.