Major Edward V. Rickenbacker Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
MAJOR EDWARD V. RICKENBACKER
Born: October 08, 1890 in Columbus, Ohio
Died: July 23, 1973 in Zurich, Switzerland
Edward Vernon Rickenbacker (1890-1973) spelling his last name "Rickenbacher" before he changed the spelling to "Rickenbacker" in 1918. Rickenbacker, who became America's top flying ace in WWI, had started his career in the automobile industry, first in a garage and then at the Frayer-Miller automobile manufacturing plant in Columbus, Ohio. In 1907, he went to Firestone-Columbus Motor Car Company. In 1910, as Firestone's branch manager for the mid-West, he began racing the cars he was selling, and by 1912, the 22-year-old had turned to racing full time, becoming known as "King of the Dirt Tracks". In 1914, the year of this document, Rickenbacker set a world speed record of 134 miles per hour at Daytona. Two years later, in November 1916, Rickenbacker took his first ride in an aircraft (flown by Glenn L. Martin, who was just beginning his career in aviation). In 1917, intending to go to Britain to race, Rickenbacker enlisted in the Army instead, beginning his distinguished career as a fighter pilot. After the war, Rickenbacker returned to the automobile business before going into commercial aviation and later inspecting American Air Force bases in the Pacific in WWII.
Film Credits
1956-Air-Power (in person), 1936-Ace-Drummond (Writer), 2003-Nova (Other), 1950-The-Golden-Twenties (Other)
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 175153Index card signed by Eddie Rickenbacker in black ink, reading "Eddie Rickenbacker". Rickenbacker was a notable race car driver and WWI flying ace, later serving as President of Eastern Air Lines after acquiring the company in 1938.
Price: $240.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 171122Photograph inscribed and signed by Edward V. Rickenbacker reads, “With my best wishes/To 'Eddie Sousa'/Captain Eddie Rickenbacker.” Rickenbacker, a notable World War I ace and aviation executive, is recognized for his contributions to commercial air travel.
Price: $500.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 87142Photograph of Edward Rickenbacker sitting behind a desk, inscribed and signed: "To my good friend/ 'Rev. Niles Stein'/Capt Eddie Rickenbacker." Rickenbacker, a notable WWI ace, served as President of Eastern Airlines after purchasing it in 1938.
Sale Price $275.00
$340.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1971 - HFSID 178568Photograph of Edward Rickenbacker sitting behind a desk, holding his glasses. Photograph inscribed and signed: "With my best wishes/To Peter Thayer/Capt Eddie Rickenbacker/1971." Rickenbacker was a distinguished pilot and business executive.
Price: $340.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 12/11/1969 - HFSID 102570Check signed by Edward Rickenbacker, dated December 11, 1969, made out to "U.S. News & World Report" for $12.00. Rickenbacker, a notable WWI ace and aviation executive, is recognized for his contributions to commercial air travel and military air power.
Sale Price $545.00
$650.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH 1951 - HFSID 165907Black and white publicity photograph of Edward V. Rickenbacker, signed with "With my best wishes/Eddie Rickenbacker 1951". Rickenbacker, a notable WWI ace and aviation executive, is shown talking to Jack Hesketh.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - COMMEMORATIVE ENVELOPE SIGNED - HFSID 152080Commemorative envelope signed by Eddie Rickenbacker as “Capt Eddie Rickenbacker,” marking his role as General Manager of Eastern Air Lines. It includes a stamped cachet for the inaugural flight on December 14, 1936, postmarked from Newark, New Jersey.
Price: $950.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - COMMEMORATIVE ENVELOPE SIGNED - HFSID 152081Commemorative envelope signed by Capt Eddie Rickenbacker, postmarked Houston, Texas, December 15, 1936, with a 6-cent Air Mail stamp. Rickenbacker was a WWI ace and later became President of Eastern Airlines, promoting air travel.
Price: $950.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - DOCUMENT SIGNED 05/20/1914 - HFSID 101282Document signed by Eddie Rickenbacker, reading "Please return/E.V. Rickenbacker" in ink, dated May 20, 1914. It serves as a certified copy of a judgment satisfaction involving George Payne and others, with Rickenbacker using the spelling "Rickenbacher."
Price: $1,950.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - ENVELOPE SIGNED CIRCA 1943 - HFSID 250658Envelope signed by Edward Rickenbacker in black ink, reading "Capt Eddie Rickenbacker." Postmarked Miami, Florida, March 5, 1943, with two 3-cent "Win the War" stamps affixed. Addressed to a Florida collector.
Price: $450.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 152151First Day Cover signed by Capt Eddie Rickenbacker, commemorating the 5-cent U.S. Air Mail postcard, postmarked Minneapolis, Minn., June 18, 1960. Issued after Rickenbacker's retirement, he was a renowned aviator and America's greatest Ace from WWI.
Price: $950.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 152158Philatelic envelope signed by Eddie Rickenbacker, inscribed "Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker", postmarked New York on November 21, 1958, marking the first day of issue for the 7-cent embossed Air Mail stamp. Rickenbacker was America's greatest Ace in WWI.
Price: $360.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 152161Philatelic envelope signed by Eddie Rickenbacker features his signature, "Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker", and is a First Day Cover of the 6-cent Air Mail stamp, postmarked Boston, Massachusetts, July 12, 1963, the first day of issue.
Price: $300.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 24358First day cover signed by Eddie Rickenbacker, featuring the inscription "Capt Eddie Rickenbacker". It commemorates the 100th Anniversary of the American Institute of Architects, with a 3-cent stamp postmarked from New York on February 23, 1957.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED 1966 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 164433Philatelic envelope signed by "Mrs. Robert H. Goddard," Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker/1966 and "J.H. Doolittle", honoring the "Father of Modern Rocketry," Robert H. Goddard. Postmarked in Roswell, New Mexico, on October 5, 1964, First Day of Issue.
Price: $380.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - ILLUSTRATION SIGNED CIRCA 1943 - HFSID 215336Illustration signed by Edward Rickenbacker is a sepia printed image of him, signed in black ink with the text "Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker." Rickenbacker, a World War I ace and commercial aviation promoter, became President of Eastern Airlines.
Sale Price $295.00
$350.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - INSCRIBED BOOK SIGNED 1967 - HFSID 177289Book titled Rickenbacker: An Autobiography is inscribed and signed "To my good friend/'Carl Squier'/Eddie Rickenbacker 1967" on the blank flyleaf. Accompanied by a typed letter signed by D.J. Haughton regarding the book's signing event.
Price: $450.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - INSCRIBED BOOK SIGNED 1967 - HFSID 285418Book Rickenbacker, signed and inscribed by Eddie Rickenbacker in 1967 on the blank flyleaf with the inscription, "To 'Carl'/with best wish/With my best wishes/Eddie Rickenbacker 1967". Published by Prentice Hall, this is a later printing.
Price: $450.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - INSCRIBED FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED 1970 - HFSID 176294First Day Cover signed by Eddie Rickenbacker, inscribed: "To Sgt Roger D. Christensen/Capt Eddie Rickenbacker/1970". Postmarked New York, November 21, 1969, with 45-cent and 6-cent stamps affixed, commemorating the new rate of 45-cents.
Price: $300.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 02/09/1971 - HFSID 297329Letter reporting that Eddie Rickenbacker has autographed a copy of his book Seven Came Through. Signed "Eddie Rickenbacker," dated February 9, 1971, and addressed to Peter J. Thayer, it includes the original mailing envelope.
Price: $400.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/22/1972 - HFSID 86767Typed letter signed by Edward Rickenbacker, dated May 22, 1972, expresses gratitude for receiving War Birds--Diary of an Unknown Aviator. The letter, written on personal letterhead, is addressed to Mr. Vincent E. Edmunds, detailing Rickenbacker's appreciation for the book.
Sale Price $250.00
$325.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 06/28/1968 - HFSID 29116Typed letter signed by Eddie Rickenbacker, dated June 28, 1968, expresses gratitude for praise on his autobiography, Rickenbacker, An Autobiography. The letter discusses his plans to provide copies to libraries, emphasizing the importance of his life experiences for youth.
Price: $1,400.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 07/11/1929 - HFSID 101301Letter signed by Eddie Rickenbacker as Vice President of Fokker Aircraft Corporation, dated July 11, 1929, to Charles Edison. Discussing music selections for a presentation, the correspondence highlights their friendship and shared passion for music.
Sale Price $1,350.00
$1,600.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 08/28/1964 - HFSID 13164Typed letter signed by Edward V. Rickenbacker, stating his inability to respond until after the election, dated August 28, 1964. The letter expresses appreciation for continued interest amidst his commitments to the Goldwater campaign.
Sale Price $250.00
$325.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/08/1970 - HFSID 174788Typed letter signed by Eddie Rickenbacker, dated October 8, 1970, expresses gratitude for birthday greetings. Addressed to Mr. Thomas L. Alford, Sr., it discusses his autobiography and plans to visit his son. Rickenbacker was a notable WWI ace and aviation executive.
Price: $750.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/09/1939 - HFSID 321036Typed letter thanking a friend for birthday wishes, signed "Eddie", dated October 9, 1939. Addressed to Mr. Dick Hyman, it expresses appreciation for birthday greetings. Captain Edward Vernon Rickenbacker, a notable aviator and businessman, authored the letter.
Sale Price $315.00
$375.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/11/1967 - HFSID 4508Typed letter signed by Major Edward V. "Eddie" Rickenbacker expresses gratitude for birthday wishes, dated October 11, 1967, on personal letterhead. The letter begins with "My dear Mark" and conveys warm personal regards. Rickenbacker is noted as a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient and America's greatest Ace during WWI.
Price: $325.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/13/1942 - HFSID 320812Letter from Edward V. "Eddie" Rickenbacker, typed and signed "Eddie", dated October 13, 1942, expressing gratitude for birthday wishes. Rickenbacker, a WWI hero and aviation executive, is recognized for his contributions to air travel and military aviation.
Price: $375.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/12/1934 - HFSID 44292Typed letter signed by Eddie Rickenbacker expresses regret for not being able to grant an interview. Dated November 12, 1934, the letter is addressed to Miss Marion Ferguson on North American Aviation, Inc. letterhead.
Price: $425.00
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MAJOR EDWARD V. "EDDIE" RICKENBACKER - TYPED NOTE SIGNED 1970 - HFSID 167538Typed note signed by Edward V. Rickenbacker, reading, "I did appreciate receiving your Birthday Greetings and assure you they helped make my eightieth milestone a memorable one." Rickenbacker was a notable aviator and businessman, serving as President of Eastern Airlines.
Price: $325.00