catalog Auction info Buyers Premium of 20.00% added to each and every lot The Manuscripts, Collectibles & Space Au(#79) 04/19/2014 11:00 AM PDT CLOSED! Lot 262 of 1002: Byrd, Richard E. Click image to enlarge PreviousNext Lot closed - unsold (1 bid) Estimate: $175 - $225 Remove from watchlist Add to watchlist Tell a friendAsk a question The Manuscripts, Collectibles & Space Au(#79) 04/19/2014 11:00 AM PDT CLOSED! Description Description: Byrd, Richard E (1888-1957) American naval officer, aviator, and explorer. Typed letter signed ("R.E. Byrd"), on "Byrd Antarctic Expedition" letterhead, 1p, 11 x 8½", On Lecture Tour, Dulith, Minnesota, Nov. 22, 1930. To Mrs. Paris, regretting that he cannot attend a luncheon in Philadelphia. A 1931 typed letter signed to Mrs. Paris from Paul A. Siple, a member of the expedition, regarding a medal made for him by the Junior Forum of Philadelphia. With a cover commemorating Little America Antarctica signed ("R.E. Byrd"), postmarked from New York City, Feb 19, 1930. Letters toned, else fine. (3 items). Estimated Value $175 - 225. The Arden Family Holdings of Beverly Hills. Categories: