Description: Offered for your consideration a page out of history - SIR EDMUND HILLARY"The First Man to Stand on the Highest Point on Earth" Here's a beautiful museum framed display featuring a rare hand signed vintage circa. 1963 autographed card signed by SIR EDMUND HILLARY and a vintage Yousuf Karsh photograph of the Legendary Explorer considered the the quintessential mountaineer, and the first man to reach the summit of Mt. Everest. Beautifully framed to an approximate overall size of 17" x 22" the piece also features a beautiful large black and white Yousuf Karsh vintage photograph of Sir Edmund Hillary and will certainly be the centerpiece on your den or library wall. This vintage historical display features the hand signed beautiful original vintage circa. 1963 signature of Sir Edmund Hillary. The elements in this collection have been double matted and further highlighted by using a deep blue black inner mat board and brilliant, almost reflective, silver colored acid free top matting. We further highlighted this display by utilizing an iridescent ice blue custom hardwood frame and all the elements of this magnificent investment grade collectible is further preserved under UV glare free Plexiglas. We take great care in every step of preserving each investment quality document as well as the framing process to ensure not only safe preservation but a lifetime of enjoyment. You would be hard pressed to find another Sir Edmund Hillary framed autograph that displays more beautifully than this one! Sold with PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity and The Merchant of Memories Inc Photographic Numbered and Purchaser Registered Certificate of Authenticity with Unconditional Lifetime Money Back Guarantee of Authenticity and your complete satisfaction with your purchase. The custom laser lettered engraved silver metal display plate reads as follows: “People do not decide to become extraordinary. They decide to accomplish extraordinary things.”― Edmund Hillary EDMUND HILLARYSir Edmund Percival Hillary KG ONZ KBE (20 July 1919 – 11 January 2008) was a New Zealand mountaineer, explorer, and philanthropist. On 29 May 1953, Hillary and Sherpa mountaineer Tenzing Norgay became the first climbers confirmed to have reached the summit of Mount Everest. They were part of the ninth British expedition to Everest, led by John Hunt. On 6 June 1953, Hillary was appointed Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire, and he received the Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Medal the same year. On 6 February 1987, he was the fourth appointee to the Order of New Zealand. He was also awarded the Polar Medal in 1958 for his part in the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition, the class of commander of the Order of Sports Merit of France, the Order of Gorkha Dakshina Bahu, 1st Class of the Kingdom of Nepal in 1953 and the Coronation Medal in 1975. On 22 April 1995, Hillary was appointed Knight Companion of The Most Noble Order of the Garter. On 17 June 2004, Hillary was awarded the Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland. The Government of India conferred on him its second highest civilian award, the Padma Vibhushan, posthumously, in 2008. Our framed historical investment rarities are truly works of art and the finest high grade investments. Nobody does it better. We cut no corners and spare no expense preserving history for future generations. Absolutely beautiful! We always money-back guarantee your satisfaction. FREE ONE DAY PRIORITY HANDLING AND FREE INSURED SHIPPING ON BUY IT NOW PRICE! Best offers accepted do not also include free shipping. Please visit our Merchant of Memories Inc. eBay store for other one of a kind investment grade rarities and museum preserved historical and entertainment rarities. Our Merchant of Memories Inc. inventory contains documents in all areas of interest including presidents, military, aviation, religion, business, science, celebrities, vintage entertainment, sports, music, authors, etc. Whether looking to add to your collection, acquire an investment quality rarity for the home or office, or an investment rarity unique one-of-a-kind gift for someone cial, visit our Merchant of Memories eBay store or contact us today and let us assist you in finding that perfect piece. The Merchant of Memories Inc. in the 70’s… The Merchant of Memories, Inc. have been collectors and prominent purveyors in the autograph field since the 1970s. From the very beginning and long before the advent of the internet there was CoinNet dealer to dealer trading. With a satellite dish mounted on the rooftop and dot-matrix printers running running 24/7 pouring out cartons full of continuous sheet data we would search through every line of every page day in, day out…our mission; to find and preserve history. To locate unique and valuable treasures, one-of-a-kind investment grade rarities, and memories of the past for future generations. Today over 50 years later, we continue our commitment to provide you with the finest authentic Autographs, Art & Antiquities. The Merchant of Memories, Inc. is a leader in providing authentic autographed items, vintage collectibles, memorabilia and the highest museum quality framed investment grade rarities to private collectors, dealers and galleries around the world. Our impeccable reputation stands behind our products and company. The Merchant of Memories Inc. sell only the finest quality, 100% authentic autographs, historical and entertainment collectibles, and museum framed and preserved investment grade rarities. The Uniqueness of Our Products The Merchant of Memories, Inc. prides itself on preserving history and memories. We sell no reproductions, reprints or replicas. Only 100% authentic autographs, vintage collectibles and memorabilia from days gone by. We carry a broad range of collectibles in hundreds of varying categories of collecting. Our category diversity includes film and television, military, models, music, notables, politics, science, space and aviation, sports and fine arts. Our investment grade museum framed collectibles make wonderful additions to long standing collections, great starting points for new collectors looking for trusted authentic material, and make for a truly unique and valuable gifts you’ll be proud to present that special person in your life or very special client. 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Price: 1057 USD
Location: Bella Vista, Arkansas
End Time: 2024-11-01T23:40:45.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Industry: Historical
Signed by: Sir Edmund Hillary
Signed: Yes
Autograph Authentication: Professional Sports (PSA/DNA)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Modified Item: No