Titanic Survivor's Letter Sold at Auction

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
A letter written by a Titanic survivor days before the ship sank has been sold at auction for $399,000. The letter, penned by Archibald Gracie, provides insight into his experiences on the ill-fated steamship.

Key Points

  • Archibald Gracie's letter sold for $399,000 at auction
  • Gracie wrote the letter days before the Titanic sank
  • The letter is considered a museum-grade piece

Pros

  • Provides historical insight into the Titanic disaster
  • Unique item from a well-known survivor