Books & Manuscripts, Including Americana

Freeman’s August 20, 2026, Books & Manuscripts, Including Americana sale highlights the continued celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of America. It includes important documents related to the American Revolution, Presidential history, the African-American experience, fine works of literature, natural history, and much more. The sale is led by an extremely rare 1781 French loan document printed and signed by Benjamin Franklin and used to help fund the American Revolution (est. $200,000-$300,000); a first edition of The Book of Mormon ($100,000-$150,000); and two very important letters signed by President George Washington, one transmitting the first major law passed...