October Books, Autographs, and Postcards
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October 16 Books & Autographs Auction
Over 500 lots of rare books, manuscripts, and autographs across literature, history, entertainment and music, sports, and the fine arts. Highlights include signed & limited editions, first printings, notable archives, and scarce autographs from the 18th–20th centuries through modern classics.
Auction: Thursday, October 16, 2025 · 10:00 AM ET
Pre-bidding closes: 9:00 AM ET (day of sale)
Preview: Viewing by appointment. Contact us to view in person or request additional photos.
Weiss Auctions
74 Merrick Road
Lynbrook, NY 11563
Pre-Bidding · Absentee · Online (Live on 10/16) · Telephone
The Otto Penzler Collection
First Editions and rarities in crime & detective literature—many signed or inscribed.
Signed Literature
George R.R. Martin, Robert Frost, Ernest Hemingway, Walt Disney and other literary giants; signed & limited editions.
18th–19th Century & Earlier Literature
First editions, early American printing, fine bindings, maps, ephemera, and significant documents.
Autographs & Music History
Entertainment & music highlights alongside politics, science, and cultural figures.
Hall of Fame & Sports Signatures
Single-signed and classic sports autographs – baseball, boxing, and more. Includes very scarce signed Cooperstown Hall of Fame Plaques (Jackie Robinson, Jimmie Foxx, and others)
Hollywood & TV History
Signed Scripts, photos, and memorabilia from beloved film/TV titles.
Bidding Options
- Pre-Bidding – Leave bids prior to the sale directly on weiss.auction/auctions
- Online Bidding – Bid in real time on sale day starting at 10:00 AM ET.
- Absentee Bids – Call prior to the auction to leave absentee bids with us.
- Telephone Bids – Call prior to the auction to register.
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