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Auction 49, February Finale, February 26th

Thu, Feb 26, 2026 12:00PM EST
Lot 142

Collection of Vintage Horse Racing Correspondence and Track Ephemera

Estimate: $100 - $250

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$150 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$4,000 $500
$15,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

This lot features a fascinating historical archive of horse racing correspondence and official documents. The collection includes typed letters on official Calder Race Course and Tropical Park letterhead, along with handwritten personal correspondence and detailed handicapping worksheets. These documents offer a rare behind-the-scenes look at the administrative and personal side of the Florida racing circuit during the mid-to-late 20th century. The archive contains official communications regarding track operations, horse entries, and press relations, providing significant primary source material for turf historians and collectors of sports ephemera.

CONDITION REPORT The documents are in overall good vintage condition with expected age-related toning. Some sheets exhibit original fold lines from mailing, minor edge wear, and occasional light foxing or staple marks. The ink and type remains clear and legible throughout the collection.

Horse Racing, Correspondence, Vintage Letters, Calder Race Course, Tropical Park, Racing History, Sports Ephemera, Archive, Handwritten Letters, Florida Racing

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