Exploring the Million Dollar Deal for the Declaration of Independence

The video explores the historical significance of an original Declaration of Independence broadside, one of the few remaining in private hands. The document, printed by John Dunlop in 1776, was distributed across the colonies to spread the news of independence. The video includes an expert's authentication and valuation of the broadside, leading to a negotiation and purchase for $1.45 million.

What is the significance of the Declaration of Independence broadside?

• It was printed in the 19th century.

• It is one of the few remaining original printings from 1776.

• It is a fictional document.

• It is a modern reprint of the original document.

Who was responsible for the initial printing of the Declaration of Independence broadside?

• George Washington

• John Dunlop

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

How many copies of the original broadside were estimated to be printed?

• 200

• 500

• 100

• 50

What indicates that the broadside was displayed publicly?

• The presence of signatures

• The type of paper used

• The pinholes in the corners

• The color of the ink

Where was this particular broadside displayed before being sold?

• The White House

• The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia

• The Library of Congress

• The Smithsonian Museum

Who was called in to authenticate the broadside?

• A local historian

• Seth Caller, a document expert

• A museum curator

• A university professor

What was the expert's final valuation of the broadside?

• Three million dollars

• Two million dollars

• 1.5 million dollars

• One million dollars

What was the final agreed sale price of the broadside?

• 1.6 million dollars

• 1.5 million dollars

• 1.45 million dollars

• 1.4 million dollars

Why did the seller agree to a lower price than the expert's valuation?

• He was friends with the buyer.

• He didn't believe the expert.

• He wanted to avoid auction fees.

• He needed the money urgently.

What was the buyer's reaction after purchasing the broadside?

• He regretted the purchase.

• He was indifferent.

• He immediately resold it.

• He was thrilled and felt it was a great deal.