Urban Culture, Pop & Contemporary Art
Sun, Feb 24, 2019 11:00AM EST
Lot 802
James "Whitey" Bulger Jr. Prison Letter, Mug Shot Card
Estimate: $400 - $700
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $25,000 |
Lot is comprised of a handwritten letter from Boston, Massachusetts area organized crime boss James "Whitey" Bulger in envelope postmarked May 28, 2015, along with a photo holiday card featuring Whitey's 1959 Alcatraz mug shot. The black and white version of the mug shot is depicted in the listing photos for reference, as we have found it to be public domain. Provenance: Former business associate of Mr. Bulger's.
Designer & Manufacturer: James "Whitey" Bulger Jr. (1929-2018)
Markings: signed, marking(s); 2015
Country of Origin & Materials: USA; paper
Dimensions(H,W,D): envelope: 4"h, 9.5"w
very good, envelope with wear consistent with use
Designer & Manufacturer: James "Whitey" Bulger Jr. (1929-2018)
Markings: signed, marking(s); 2015
Country of Origin & Materials: USA; paper
Dimensions(H,W,D): envelope: 4"h, 9.5"w
Condition
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
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