Title:
1883 Brooklyn Bridge Opening Ceremony Admission Ticket by Tiffany & Co. – PSA Full NM 7 (Highest Graded, Blue Variant – 1 of 2)

Description:
Original admission ticket to the Opening Ceremonies of the New York and Brooklyn Bridge, dated May twenty-fourth, 1883, printed in elegant script on pale blue card stock with embossed "N.Y. & B.B." stamp at right center. Text reads:

"Opening Ceremonies / New York and Brooklyn Bridge / May twenty fourth, 1883. / Admit One. / This ticket must be presented at the entrance."

Printed at the bottom by Tiffany & Co., the ticket measures approximately 6.25" x 3", beautifully preserved in PSA encapsulation with a grade of Full NM 7. According to the PSA Population Report, only four original Brooklyn Bridge opening tickets have been graded, and this example is tied for the highest grade ever assigned. The only other PSA 7 is printed on plain white stock and is considered less desirable than this rare blue variant, which was also sourced and reviewed by our team.

Historical Context:
This ticket granted entry to the historic opening of the Brooklyn Bridge on May 24, 1883—a defining moment in American engineering and urban development. Spanning the East River and connecting Manhattan to Brooklyn, the bridge was the longest suspension bridge in the world at its debut and hailed as a marvel of 19th-century engineering. Designed by John A. Roebling and completed by his son Washington Roebling, the bridge's completion symbolized innovation, resilience, and the industrial prowess of the Gilded Age. The opening day included speeches from President Chester A. Arthur and New York Governor Grover Cleveland and was attended by tens of thousands. Tiffany & Co.'s role in producing the tickets underscores the grandeur and prestige of the event.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
Encapsulated and graded by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator) as Full NM 7, Cert #140679231.

• Only 4 total examples of the 1883 Brooklyn Bridge Opening ticket have been graded by PSA.

• This example is tied for the highest grade, and is the more desirable blue variant.

• The only other PSA 7 (white variant) has also been sourced, reviewed and sold by our team in the past.

• Additional Documentation & Provenance: At buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.

Closing Appeal:
This exceptional and visually striking artifact offers collectors a rare opportunity to own a piece of New York City history, directly tied to one of the most monumental public works achievements of the 19th century. As the highest graded blue ticket to the Brooklyn Bridge Opening Ceremonies in the PSA Population Report, its rarity, historical gravity, and aesthetic appeal make it a museum-worthy cornerstone for any advanced Americana or ephemera collection.

Shipping Notice:
For insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. This ensures both security and convenience for the buyer.