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Check written to Southern California Edison in the amount of $13. 30, check number 205. $13.30 in 1921 is the equivalent of over $150.00 in today’s economy. In the 1920s Turpin was making several films a year and while his fame was not overwhelming, his shrewd real estate investments made him one of the richest men in Hollywood. 3 by 8 1/2 inches Categories:


Juliens Auctions

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Juliens Auctions

Date:
2009-06-26

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Check number 221, made out to South Hollywood Pharmacy by Ben Turpin (1869-1940) for $10.50 on April 5, 1921. Drawn on the Bank of Italy, Read more…


Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions

Date:
2008-06-21