Benjamin Franklin Autographs

Benjamin Franklin was one of the most influential Founding Fathers of the United States. Born in Boston in 1706, he began his life as an apprentice in his older brother’s printing business. He quickly developed a passion for writing and publishing, which eventually led him to create his own newspaper, the Pennsylvania Gazette. Through this publication, he became one of the most prominent voices of his time.
In addition to his work as a publisher, Franklin also played a significant role in the history of science. He conducted groundbreaking research on electricity, discovering that lightning was a form of electrical discharge. He also invented several practical devices, such as bifocal glasses and the lightning rod. As a result of his achievements in science, he became a member of the Royal Society of London, one of the most prestigious scientific organizations in the world.
Franklin’s historical career was also defined by his contributions to politics and diplomacy. He served as a delegate to the Continental Congress and was a signer of both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution. He also acted as a diplomat, working to negotiate treaties with European countries such as France and Spain. His diplomatic efforts helped secure the support of these nations during the Revolutionary War, allowing the fledgling United States to gain independence from Great Britain. Overall, Benjamin Franklin’s career had a profound impact on the development of the United States as a nation, influencing a wide range of fields from journalism and science to politics and diplomacy.
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Traded items with a signature of Benjamin Franklin

The most expensive item with a signature of Benjamin Franklin (Benjamin Franklin Signature As B FRANKLIN Constitution) was sold in May 2025 for $176,025.00 while the cheapest item (6th President POTUS Benjamin Franklin Auto Autograph Display w/ COA & Frame) found a new owner for $0.99 in July 2021. The month with the most items sold (2) was April 2025 with an average selling price of $150.00 for an autographed item of Benjamin Franklin. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in December 2025 with $21,600.00 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $4.99 was August 2012. In average, an autographed item from Benjamin Franklin is worth $100.00.

Most recently, these items with a signature of Benjamin Franklin were sold on eBay - click here for more items.

Picture	Item Title	Price	Store
	BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BUTLER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/10/1845	$662.85
	BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BUTLER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/10/1845	$662.85
	BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BUTLER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/10/1845	$662.85
	BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BUTLER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/10/1845	$662.85
	BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BUTLER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/01/1833	$714.85
	BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BUTLER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/01/1833	$714.85
	BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BUTLER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/01/1833	$714.85
	BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BUTLER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/01/1833	$714.85
	Benjamin Franklin Signed 1787 Land Grant As President Of The PA Supreme Council	$21,600.00
	Benjamin Franklin Signed 1787 Land Grant As President Of The PA Supreme Council	$21,600.00
	Benjamin Franklin Signed 1787 Land Grant As President Of The PA Supreme Council	$21,600.00
	Benjamin Franklin Signed 1787 Land Grant As President Of The PA Supreme Council	$21,600.00
	Gerald Ford Autographed Benjamin Franklin Stamped Envelope AUTHENTICATED	$100.00
	Gerald Ford Autographed Benjamin Franklin Stamped Envelope AUTHENTICATED	$100.00
	Gerald Ford Autographed Benjamin Franklin Stamped Envelope AUTHENTICATED	$100.00