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flag A New York auction features rare U.S. historical items, including the Declaration of Independence and Emancipation Proclamation, to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary.

flag A New York auction titled “We the People: America at 250” is showcasing rare historical items to mark the U.S. 250th anniversary, including a 1776 broadside printing of the Declaration of Independence, Rufus King’s edited draft of the Constitution, and a signed Emancipation Proclamation, each estimated at $3 million to $5 million. flag Other highlights include a rare flag from the 1876 Battle of Little Bighorn, expected to sell for $2 million to $4 million, and artworks by Gilbert Stuart, Jamie Wyeth, and Grant Wood. flag The event, hosted by Christie’s, underscores the role of private collectors in preserving national heritage, with experts emphasizing the emotional and historical significance of these artifacts.

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