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Al Capone Original Negative Outside Court House

Sold for $500 at Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC on Sep 10, 2025.

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Al Capone outside the court house Original Negative (image taken in the 1930s Miami, Florida) and TYPE IV Vintage Photograph. Photo is a later-issued 1950's restrike that was made off the original negative. The original negative measures 7.625 x 9.625 inches. The Type IV glossy black and white photo on single weight paper measures 8 x 10 inches. VG-EX/EX condition. Provenance: Estate of Gordon Pouliot (1927-2004). Mr. Pouliot was a Motorcycle Police and Patrol Officer in Southern Florida in the 1950's-1970's. Mr. Pouliot saved some of these items from disposal while working in law enforcement and collected others in his travels. Guaranteed an original negative and NOT a reprint, photocopy or facsimile. Photo is Printed Later (1950's) from original negative. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. Photos may also act as a condition report. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding and ask further questions if so desired.

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