One of the rare original copies of the U.S. Constitution will be auctioned off on September 28, offering history buffs and collectors an opportunity to own a crucial piece of American history. This document, one of about one hundred in existence, dates from the period following its adoption in 1787 and is an important record of the nation’s birth.
The document will be sold by a well-known auction house, arousing great interest and high expectations. Specifically, this copy of the Constitution is considered extremely significant, as owning such a copy means having a direct connection to the nation’s founders.
“This is the point of connection between the government and the people. The preamble – ‘We the people’ – is where the government asks the people to authorize them,” said auctioneer Andrew Brunk.
But this is not the first time documents of such historical and symbolic significance have been auctioned off; in fact, in 2021, Sotheby’s of New York auctioned off another rare copy of the Constitution for a record price of $43 million. This achievement demonstrated how valuable these historical documents can be and has increased anticipation for the current auction, with hopes that the price could approach or even surpass the record.
The document in question was found to be in relatively good condition, despite its 237-year history. It has some creases and slight discoloration but has been carefully preserved. It is remarkable that, despite time and circumstances, the document has remained so well preserved.
The Constitution, adopted in 1787 and ratified the following year, set the foundation for the federal government and democratic principles of the United States. This copy was printed soon after the adoption of the document and sent to the states for the ratification process. Currently, only eight copies are known, and seven of them are in the possession of public institutions.
The auction will represent a very rare and unique opportunity for scholars and collectors to acquire an authentic piece of American founding history. The sale of historical documents like this is not only a celebration of the past but also a reaffirmation of the continuing value of the country’s democratic heritage. With the auction now approaching, excitement is mounting, and history enthusiasts are eagerly waiting to see how far the final price of this precious fragment of American history may soar.
