Historical Items Marketplace Online Now
A collection of almost all Declaration Signers is being offered by John Reznikoff’s University Archives for live auction via the online marketplace: Invaluable.com. View their tweet below!
Hamilton Worth More Benjamins than Washington
John Reznikoff confirms that Alexander Hamilton has “exceeded the value of George Washington” based on recent auction returns. Read more about it in this recent article from The New York Times.
ESPN Relies on John Reznikoff for Historic Jackie Robinson Authentication
ESPN relies on John Reznikoff to authenticate the most valuable documents ever to be offered for sale: Jackie Robinson contracts. The signature of the legendary Los Angeles Dodgers player has taken a tour of ballparks across the United States so that fans everywhere could view a monumental piece of baseball history.
Up for auction: Pres Martin Van Buren signed document
Van Buren, Martin (1782-1862) Martin Van Buren, as President, signs a War appointment document, appointing future Civil War General “John H. King” to “First Lieutenant in the First Regiment of Infantry” in the service of the United States.Continue Reading
“The Things We Leave Behind.” John Reznikoff Shares His Father’s Story, Through the Lens of a World War II Archive
In this 9:31 video clip filmed in cooperation with PSA/DNA Authentication Services, John Reznikoff shares the story of his father, Dr. Marvin Reznikoff (1925-2013), through an archive of photos, letters, and relics. Reznikoff explains how his father, a first-generation American of Russian Jewish heritage, was profoundly affected by his experience serving in the Pacific Theater in World War II.
J.F.K. Historical Relics
President John F. Kennedy’s life and death revolved around his famous car collection. John Reznikoff goes in depth on the importance of these vehicles and underscores the need to preserve them.Continue Reading
Obama’s Jeep Grand Cherokee
John Reznikoff has acquired many historically renowned vehicles. In this video he picks up the keys to a historically “preowned” vehicle: President Barack Obama’s first car.Continue Reading
Authenticating Reagan
See the video below for an inside look on authenticating the writing patterns of a Hollywood actor and U.S. President Ronald Reagan.
Ronald Reagan Blood Vial Controversial as a Historical Relic
A small glass vial of blood from the assassination attempt of President Reagan appears online at auction. Some see it as collectible, others see it as disgraceful. Read the story in which John Reznikoff plays a key role in the mediation of this debate.
Apple’s First Contract Turns Black and White into Green
The two “Steve” pillars of Apple, Inc., Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, signed off as a corporation in 1976. Decades later, this significant document’s value has kept pace with the company itself! Find out just how much it’s worth here, according to John Reznikoff.
University Archives & John Reznikoff – Expert Witness Testimonials
Authentic recognizes authentic. Some of the top legal professionals in their field give their own verbal Certificate of Authenticity for John Reznikoff, founder of University Archives, and his work.
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John Reznikoff Identifies Elements of an Authentic L.B.J. Signature
L.B.J. – three letters, one mighty signature! In this 5:48 video clip, John Reznikoff exhibits a variety of documents bearing the signature of 36th U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson (1908-1973) to illustrate the variety of existent L.B.J. signatures, from authentic to secretarial, auto-pen, and forged. Follow Reznikoff as he identifies the characteristics of an authentic L.B.J. signature, from an angular “L,” triangular “J,” and almost omnipresent underline period!
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