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For readers who want full access, exclusive insights, and to support this living archive.

• Full access to the entire archive
• Weekly original documents, curated and analyzed
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$390/year, cancel anytime, or custom plans available

For museums, publishers, dealers, auction houses, collectors, and members of the entourage of great historical figures wishing to showcase exceptional documents and help build a living, curated archive of history.

• Submit up to 3 documents per year for curated publication ($130/post)
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• Appear on the "Contributors" page
• Full archive access + all new posts
• Custom editorial support: we write and promote for you
• Engage with readers via comments

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