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Posted By: scgaynor

I really don't see the problem with selling this kind of stuff. This is no different than buying a piece of Lincoln's bed sheets, a piece of coal from the Titanic or a gold coin from the Atocha. It is a relic that relates to a legitimate historical event, even if that event ended in tragedy.

I doubt the bidders want to buy it so they can spit on it everyday. They want it because it relates to a person that they admire and they want a unique piece that relates to their existance.

As far as asking the family for their opinion, I can tell you from experience that it is rare for a family to give an item their blessing unless they are getting a cut of the proceeds.

Scott