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Lot #292
Jack Ruby: Bullet Fired From the Gun that Shot Oswald

A Ruby bullet—fired from the gun that shot Lee Harvey Oswald

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A Ruby bullet—fired from the gun that shot Lee Harvey Oswald

Limited edition bullet shot by the actual .38 caliber Colt Cobra revolver, Serial #2744 LW, used by Jack Ruby to shoot Lee Harvey Oswald on November 24, 1963, in the basement at Dallas Police Headquarters, along with its spent cartridge case. The bullet and casing, which are both impressed with the edition number 112/5000, are housed in a window-topped wooden case, 6˝ x 6˝ x 1.5˝, with an engraved edition plate. In fine condition. Accompanied by several photos of the original Jack Ruby gun, a certificate of authenticity signed by Anthony V. Pugliese III of the National Historical Mint, a copy of a 1992 notarized statement from Earl Ruby, and a copy of a Dallas Police Department inventory sheet that lists the gun and ammunition. A unique relic fired from 'The Most Famous Gun in the World.'

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring John F. Kennedy
  • Dates: #703 - Ended November 13, 2024