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Charles Dickens Hair

Charles Dickens

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Charles Dickens

Two short strands of Dickens’s hair, encapsulated in clear plastic, and affixed to an 8.5 x 11 informational sheet, which bears a copy of the original letter of provenance by his sister-in-law Georgina Hogarth, which reads, “I certify this lock of hair to be that of my brother-in-law Charles Dickens.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from University Archives’ John Reznikoff. RR Auction COA.

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