Rare 1865 National Police Gazette Abraham Lincoln Assassination Newspaper

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Rare 1865 National Police Gazette Abraham Lincoln Assassination Newspaper :
$15000.00

RARE 1865 National Police Gazette Newspaper – Abraham Lincoln Assassination

Original Illustrated Issue – Museum Quality Historical Piece

This item was acquired from an estate collection of antique newspapers and historical artifacts.

This is an authentic original issue of the National Police Gazette dated April 22, 1865, reporting on the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. Considered by collectors to be among the most desirable Lincoln assassination newspapers, this illustrated issue is widely regarded as one of the rarest and most visually striking examples to appear on the market.

The newspaper features multiple detailed illustrations depicting scenes surrounding Lincoln’s death, including imagery of the assassination and deathbed. Early illustrated newspapers of this caliber are highly collectible and capture one of the most significant moments in American history.

NEWSPAPER DETAILS:

Original newspaper (NOT a reproduction)

Date: April 22, 1865

Publication: National Police Gazette (New York)

Subject: Abraham Lincoln assassination

DESCRIPTION:

This is the complete newspaper. The front page opens to reveal two interior pages and the back page.

The newspaper will be shipped folded and placed in a top loader, to preservation, and reduced risk during transit.

CONDITION:

The newspaper shows expected age-related wear consistent with over 160 years of age.

Visible fold lines and toning consistent with age (see photos).

There are multiple areas with amateur tape repairs, including older tape and reinforcement along folds and tears (see photos for details).

Item appears to have been previously cleaned and/or repaired.

There are small tears, separations, and areas of fragility consistent with age and prior handling.

Overall, the piece remains complete and presents well as a historical display item.

This is a museum-quality historical item, ideal for collectors of Civil War memorabilia, Lincoln artifacts, or early American newspapers.

SHIPPING:

Item will be carefully packed and shipped folded in a protective top loader with rigid support to ensure safe delivery.

Ships fully insured with signature confirmation.

Due to the value of this item, all shipments will be securely packaged and documented.

Local pickup is available in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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