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Lot #326
Melvin Purvis

Melvin Purvis

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Melvin Purvis

FBI agent and archetypal ‘G-Man’ (1903–1960) responsible for the capture of John Dillinger, ‘Pretty Boy’ Floyd, ‘Baby Face’ Nelson, and other notorious gangsters. First National Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out and signed by Purvis, “Melvin H. Purvis,” payable to Selected Dairies, Inc. Florence, S. C. for $8.64, January 12, 1943. In the lower left corner, Purvis adds the memo, “Nov. & Dec. 1942, Milk bill.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #487 - Ended November 09, 2016





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