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Feb. 23, 2022
George Washington Carver Autographed Letter Signed
Est: $300 - $500
An extensive letter written by George Washington Carver (1864-1943), noted agricultural scientist. The letter discusses soil and clay, and is produced on letterhead from the Voorhees Normal & Industrial School, dated 2/15/17. Framed, double matted and including a photograph of the inventor. 16" x 20" (framed).
Caza Sikes
Jun. 26, 2021
WASHINGTON CARVER AND PAN PAC HALF COMMEMORATIVES
Est: $50 - $100
George Washington Carver & Booker T. Washington 1952 half dollar. Panama Pacific Exposition Half Dollar commemorative. Condition: UNCIRCULATED
Manor Auctions
May. 03, 2019
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER PLATEBLOCK
Est: $80 - $340
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER PLATEBLOCK
Figlio Designs LLC
Apr. 18, 2019
(TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE) George Washington Carver (1864-1943) supervising male and female students at Tuskegee Institute.
Est: $300 - $450
(TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE) George Washington Carver (1864-1943) supervising male and female students at Tuskegee Institute. Silver print, the image measuring 7 1/4x9 1/4 inches (18.4x23.5 cm.), the sheet slightly larger, with notations, hand stamps, and labels on verso. Circa 1910
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 05, 2018
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON. 1864-1943. 4 items: 1. Autograph Letter Signed ("G.W. Carver") to Ford Davis ("My Beloved Boy Mr. Davis") expressing a dream that they might take a lecture tour of the South together,
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON. 1864-1943. 4 items: 1. Autograph Letter Signed ("G.W. Carver") to Ford Davis ("My Beloved Boy Mr. Davis") expressing a dream that they might take a lecture tour of the South together, 2 pp, 4to, on Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, July 16, 1933, old folds, clean.2. Autograph Letter Signed ("G.W. Carver") also to Ford Davis ("My Dear boy, Mr. Davis"), discussing the importance of calcium, 1 p, on Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, June 25, 1932, old folds, clean.3. Tuskegee Institute Chapel Bulletin," Vol 1, no 3, September 24, 1933, 2 pp, annotated by Carver to p 2, where he has written in ink "This is what you mean to me," over the poem "This is Friendship," drawing a line along the first four stanzas beginning "I love you not only for what you are...."4. Photograph Signed ("G.W. Carver"), 4 x 5 inch gelatin silver print, with stamped "0051" to verso, with owners address in ink, "J.E. Hales ... Charlotte, N.C."IMPORTANT COLLECTION OF CARVER MATERIAL TO FORD DAVIS, including a very tender letter (July 16, 1933), remarkable for its familiar tone, "I know you know exactly what I mean when I say beloved boy ... Dear, I believe you look better than ever, so much more intellectual. Your skin is not the fresh baby pink that I like, but a few massages will bring it back again." He continues with his vision for a lecture and investigative tour, "My mind keeps telling me that the time is now ripe for a trip even in parts of the South where we could be together unmolested ... and have you recognized as a coming scientist ... it hurts my very soul to think I cannot have the very one that God has endowed with a brain, spirit and personality to fit into this great work, simply because of complexion and nationality."
Bonhams
Dec. 05, 2018
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON. 1864-1943. Photograph Signed ("Geo. W. Carver"), 8 x 10 inch gelatin silver print, dated in Carver's hand, "Jan 27 - 1938."
Est: $800 - $1,200
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON. 1864-1943. Photograph Signed ("Geo. W. Carver"), 8 x 10 inch gelatin silver print, dated in Carver's hand, "Jan 27 - 1938." Carver standing at a podium during a public appearance, with clear signature to the right. Marked on the verso in blue pencil "George Washington Carver, Negro Scientist." Date stamps of June 8th 1937 and May 26, 1946 on verso. Together with a large-format photographic negative taken from this print of the image (including signature). Handling wear.
Bonhams
May. 17, 2018
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER HALF DOLLARS
Est: -
1952, 1952 AND 1954-S GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER HALF DOLLARS, UNC.
PA Auction Center
Jan. 20, 2018
George Washington Carver Half Dollar
Est: -
Nice looking coin gaining in collectible value of late. Good Luck!!!
Complete Auctions LLC
Apr. 07, 2017
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER
Est: $800 - $1,200
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864 - 1943) Black-American botanist and the son of slaves, Carver worked his way through school to become a leader in agricultural research and found hundreds of products made possible by the cultivation of peanuts and sweet potatoes. Handwritten signed letter on Tuskegee Normal & Industrial Institute letterhead, 2pp. 8 1/2" x 11", Mar. 5, 1932. In part: "...I am working hard to catch up with my back work...I have been waiting to see you so we could talk things over...I have wanted to tell you about the great laboratories I visited...I want to hear you tell me about ''The answer''...To me this is one of the finest and most expressive poems you have written...". Very good.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Apr. 07, 2017
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER WRITES OF EXPERIMENTS WITH PEANUTS
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER WRITES OF EXPERIMENTS WITH PEANUTS GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864 - 1943) Black-American botanist and the son of slaves, Carver worked his way through school to become a leader in agricultural research and create hundreds of products made possible by the cultivation of peanuts and sweet potatoes. Interesting typed letter signed, 2pp. 8 1/2" x 11", [n.p.], July 21, 1931, a retained copy of a letter to W.F. Cheney, a County Agent for Andalusia, Alabama, discussing some of Carver''s recent experiments with peanut plants. In small part: "... After thirty-six hours of incubation in a moist chamber, kept at a temperature of eighty-five and ninety degrees Fahrenheit, no specific disease developed. The roots and stems remained free from moulds of any kind except certain species of bread moulds which had nothing to do with the field condition of the peanuts in question. These particular plants impress me a having been injured at sometime in the cultivating process. I was impressed with the large size of the vines and the small number of peanuts they contained..." He goes on to give Cheney a list of characteristics to look out for that might indicate disease in his plants: "...Wilting plants, which have a white mould on the roots and stem of the plant often forming little mustard seed like bodies on the ground and around the stem ... Wilting plants with a pale pink mould on the roots and stems just above the ground ... Wilting plants with the same white mould ... sparingly on the roots and stems, with a decided rotting of the nuts..." Carver signs as "G. W. Carver" in black ink at the conclusion. Products derived by Carver from soil-enriching crops such as soybeans and peanuts helped to revolutionize the Southern economy by lessening its dependence on cotton, which heavily depleted the soil. His programs ultimately developed 300 products derived from peanuts alone. The letter shows original folds, with two small tears on the left edge of the first page, else very good.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
May. 25, 2016
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER - Current Bid: $180.00
Est: $200 - $300
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864 - 1943) African-American botanist and the son of slaves, Carver worked his way through school to become a leader in agricultural research and found hundreds of products made possible by the cultivation of peanuts and sweet potatoes. T.L.S. on Tuskegee Institute letterhead, 1p. oblong 8vo., Tuskegee, June 27, 1936 to an ex-student. In part: "...I am happy to learn that my dear boy is well, working hard, and making progress. I am also glad that you are getting rain and that the prospect for crops looks good... I shall be happy to see you at any time that you should come down. The latch string is always on the outside for you...". Folds, else very good.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Dec. 10, 2015
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER
Est: $200 - $300
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864 - 1943) Black-American botanist and the son of slaves, Carver worked his way through school to become a leader in agricultural research and found hundreds of products made possible by the cultivation of peanuts and sweet potatoes. T.L.S. on Tuskegee Institute letterhead, 1p. oblong 8vo., Tuskegee, June 27, 1936 to an ex-student. In part: "...I am happy to learn that my dear boy is well, working hard, and making progress. I am also glad that you are getting rain and that the prospect for crops looks good...I shall be happy to see you at any time that you should come down. The latch string is always on the outside for you...". Folds, else very good.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Dec. 10, 2015
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER
Est: $200 - $300
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864 - 1943) Black-American botanist and the son of slaves, Carver worked his way through school to become a leader in agricultural research and found hundreds of products made possible by the cultivation of peanuts and sweet potatoes. Good content T.L.S. on Tuskegee Institute letterhead, 1p. 4to., Tuskegee, May 27, 1936 to an ex-student. In part: "...I note that you have a big crop in this year...I am still watching with interest the problem relative to your harrow, and hope that you will find a market for it...you have been a very great satisfaction to me ever since I knew you. I will be pleased when you can come down...The latch string is always out when you can come...". Very good.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Jul. 14, 2013
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON.
Est: $200 - $300
Autograph Letter Signed ("G.W. Carver"), 1 pp, January 25, 1940, to a Mr. Williston, regarding the various types of brown sedge, matted and framed with a portrait photograph and plaque.
Bonhams
Apr. 21, 2013
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON.
Est: $400 - $600
Autograph Letter Signed ("G.W. Carver"), 1 pp, January 25, 1940, to a Mr. Williston, regarding the various types of brown sedge, matted and framed with a portrait photograph and plaque.
Bonhams
Jan. 13, 2013
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON.
Est: $500 - $700
Autograph Letter Signed ("G.W. Carver"), 1 pp, January 25, 1940, to a Mr. Williston, regarding the various types of brown sedge, matted and framed with a portrait photograph and plaque.
Bonhams
Jun. 30, 2012
Carver, George Washington
Est: $300 - $500
Carver, George Washington. (1864 - 1943) African American botanist who developed 100 products from peanuts, and created alternatives to growing cotton in the South. Scarce Autograph Letter Signed ("G.W. Carver") as Director of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute...For the Training of Colored Young Men and Women," 1 page, 11 x 8 1/2 inches, on school stationery, Tuskegee, Alabama, Feb. 25 (19)35. Sending thanks for a letter from future Rabbi Louis Wolsey, who was a student at George School. Carver tells him how much he enjoyed his visit to the school and how pleased he was to meet the teachers and student body. Fine. Estimated Value $300 - 500.
Goldberg Coins & Collectibles
Dec. 03, 2011
Carver, George Washington
Est: $500 - $600
Carver, George Washington. (1864 - 1943) African American botanist who developed 100 products from peanuts, and created alternatives to growing cotton in the South. Scarce Autograph Letter Signed ("G.W. Carver") as Director of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute...For the Training of Colored Young Men and Women," 1 page, 11 x 8 1/2 inches, on school stationery, Tuskegee, Alabama, Feb. 25 (19)35. Sending thanks for a letter from future Rabbi Louis Wolsey, who was a student at George School. Carver tells him how much he enjoyed his visit to the school and how pleased he was to meet the teachers and student body. Fine. Estimated Value $500 - 600
Goldberg Coins & Collectibles
Oct. 13, 2011
ROTHSTEIN, ARTHUR George Washington Carver (1864-1943) at Tuskegee Institute, Alabama-1942,
Est: $300 - $500
ROTHSTEIN, ARTHUR George Washington Carver (1864-1943) at Tuskegee Institute, Alabama-1942, gelatin silver print, image 13 x 10 inches (330 x 255 mm), signed in pencil (lr), titled by Rothstein on print verso. Fine condition. C The Arthur Rothstein Photograph Collection
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Mar. 30, 2011
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER - Current Bid: $120.00
Est: $200 - $300
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864 - 1943) Black-American botanist and the son of slaves, Carver worked his way through school to become a leader in agricultural research and found hundreds of products made possible by the cultivation of peanuts and sweet potatoes. A.L.S. on his Tuskegee Agricultural and Industrial Institute, 1p. 4to., Tuskegee, Sept. 7, 1932, to Geady Porter, in part: "...Thank you so much for the interesting bunch of Spanish peanuts with the Diplopia. It is indeed interesting to note that the disease attacks the central stem first, and seems to involve the top first. I wish you would examine the roots of a number of affected plants, by splitting the lap root and see if any of them are back inside. Mr. Miller was interest in it also, the dear little chap stayed all night with me last night. We had a glorious time examining things yesterday afternoon...". With the original holograph envelope, very good condition.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Mar. 30, 2011
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER - Current Bid: $300.00
Est: $300 - $400
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864 - 1943) Black-American botanist and the son of slaves, Carver worked his way through school to become a leader in agricultural research and found hundreds of products made possible by the cultivation of peanuts and sweet potatoes. Two A.L.S.s, the first 4pp. 4to.,. Tuskegee, Oct. 17, 1931, on his Tuskegee Institute letterhead to Ford Hartwick, a young scientist who Carver befriended. He writes in his typically affectionate tone: "...My Great Spiritual Boy, Your glorious letter has just reached me. How wonderful the message, so full of the real spirit....I too dear seem to have such great spiritual visions...The thing I believe that makes me the happiest of all is that you, the pioneer is now beginning to see more clearly what God meant when He chose you as a trail blazer...How I wish we could have a little season of prayer in the 'den', again...O how I wish the whole world knew the secret of true happiness...", and more. Along with a second A.L.S. 2pp. 4to., Tuskegee, Nov. 29, 1931, again on his letterhead to Hardwick. In part: "...How I wish you knew just what your visit has and is meaning to me. Marvelous, I cannot explain it myself, I have faced every trying problem in such a triumphant way ever since you were here. Dear, the main reason for this feeling of triumph is the fact that you never have left me..." and more. Light wear and toning, very good. Two pieces.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Oct. 09, 2010
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER
Est: $200 - $300
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864 - 1943) Black-American botanist and the son of slaves, Carver worked his way through school to become a leader in agricultural research and found hundreds of products made possible by the cultivation of peanuts and sweet potatoes. Fine content A.L.S. 2pp. 4to., Tuskegee, AL, Sept. 27, 1932, on Tuskegee letterhead to a Mr. Miller, in part: "...Thank you so much for your rich paper on the 'Pathogenicity of Three Red-Cedar Rusts that Occur on Apple'. It contains much information that I have long wanted to know...I have been out collecting this morning...huge masses of sand stone and mica schist, they are said to be Indian mounds...I got some fine rusts for you...". More scientific content, very good.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Jul. 14, 2010
Autograph: George Washington Carver
Est: $300 - $400
Autograph: George Washington Carver - Self-educated African-American botanist (circa 1864-1943) who became a leading expert in agricultural science, most notably relating to the cultivation and practical uses of the peanut. ALS signed "G. W. Carver," one page, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, January 30, 1934. Letter to a young boy recovering from the measles. In part: "I hope by this time that they haven't about expended their force and that you will soon be able to resume your daily activities...I have a dear boy here, just about your age, who is attending Auburn A&M College, he is greatly interested in what you are collecting. I told him you was one of the best young collectors I had ever met." In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a uniform shade of toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Carver's hand.
RR Auction
Jun. 17, 2010
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON An interesting collection of 6 autograph letters signed by Carver, various places, dates, lengths, and correspondents, as detailed below; various, generally very good condition. Housed in four various folding-cases and portfolios.
Sotheby's
Apr. 14, 2010
Autographs: George Washington Carver
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George Washington Carver. Self-educated African-American botanist (circa 1864–1943) who became a leading expert in agricultural science, most notably relating to the cultivation and practical uses of the peanut. ALS signed "G. W. Carver" one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, March 19, 1930. Carver writes to Henry Overton. In part [his spellings and language retained]: "There seems to be industrial unrest all over the country, where it is all going to end is beyond us to figure out. The prospect to me is not very easy. I found this unrest croppin out wherever I went on my tour. A person with a reasonably good job now had better hold on to it. I am glad you like your work and studies. I am sure also that you get a certain amount of enjoyment out of batching [i.e., bacheloring] haveing thing such as you want and the way you want them as far as your knowledge of the culinary art will permit you. Sometimes it prepares you to enjoy a good wholesome meal occasionally elsewhere. I am sure also that you find it much cheaper. I did. I kept ‘Batch.’ most of the time throughout my school career. The stains, paints etc. from clay are very numerous, and varied. The vegetable dyes give a much wider range of colors….” Intersecting folds and mild handling wear, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a portion of the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.
RR Auction
Mar. 18, 2010
Carver, George Washington. 1864-1943. Autographed
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Carver, George Washington. 1864-1943. Autographed Letter, signed, from Carver to "My esteemed friend, Mr. Porter". 18 lines, in ink, on letterhead of the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute. Tuskegee Institute, Alabama: 1935 George Washington Carver, African-American botanist, writes Grady Porter at the Tom Huston Peanut Co. in Columbus, Georgia, inquires about various matters, and discusses the peanut business, "...just how are we going to pull out of it is a very serious problem. Just think of it, $110.00 per ton for peanuts, phenomenal. My strength is holding up I guess fairly well for a person of my age. The latch string always hangs on the outside for you here." With original mailing envelope. Fine condition.
PBA Galleries Auctions & Appraisers
Jun. 17, 2009
Small Silver Presentation Box, Nathaniel Mills, Birmingham, England, 1832, the box purportedly once the pr...
Est: $400 - $600
Small Silver Presentation Box, Nathaniel Mills, Birmingham, England, 1832, the box purportedly once the property of the noted American scientist, botanist, educator, and inventor George Washington Carver (1864–1943), with the initials "GWC" engraved on the cover; rectangular box with hinged lid, the interior lid cover engraved with the names "Queenie Woods Washington" and "Marina Harris Meade," ht. 5/8, wd. 2 1/8, lg. 2 3/4 in., approx. 2 troy oz.
Skinner
Oct. 14, 2006
CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON
Est: $250 - $350
449. GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (1864-1943) Black-American botanist and the son of slaves, Carver worked his way through school to become a leader in agricultural research and found hundreds of products made possible by the cultivation of peanuts and sweet potatoes. A.L.S. on Tuskegee Normal Industrial Institute letterhead, 1p. 4to., Mar. 9, 1933 to "My Very Own Precious Boy Harry". In part: "...Yes, dear, I have some bulletins which I think will be of service to your father. I am writing him and sending them today. I shall be most happy to render him any service I can. Must go right away on my lecture tour. With genuine love and good wishes..." Folds, else fine, elaborately and tastefully signed framed with a photo and biographical plaque. $250-350
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