Historical Significance
The lettercard, penned by Titanic survivor on April 10, 1912, expresses cautious admiration for the ship just days before its tragic sinking.
Gracie's letter is considered the sole surviving example from onboard the Titanic, adding to its value as an "exceptional museum-grade piece."
Auction Details
The letter was sold for 300,000 pounds ($399,000), significantly surpassing its initial estimate of 60,000 pounds, to a private collector in the .
The auction took place at Henry Aldridge & Son in Wiltshire, England, with auctioneer Andrew Aldridge highlighting the letter's historical and cultural importance.