Jeffrey Epstein's 'black book' with 221 additional high-profile names auctioned
An alleged "black book" believed to have belonged to the late financier and convicted sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein, will be auctioned on May 15. The book reportedly contains contact details of 221 previously undisclosed people. According to the auction house owner's conversation with the Daily Beast, this item could fetch a price upwards of $200,000, and the identities of those participating in the bidding will be kept confidential.
High-profile names listed in Epstein's alleged 'Black Book'
The book reportedly includes several high-profile names such as former President Donald Trump, New York billionaire John Catsimatidis, and Suzanne Ircha, a close friend of Melania Trump and co-owner of the New York Jets. Other notable figures listed are billionaire investor Carl Icahn, Cristina Greeven, spouse of former CNN anchor Chris Cuomo, ex-Playboy CEO Christie Hefner, and Marty Peretz, former publisher of New Republic. However, it should be noted that none of these individuals have faced charges related to Epstein.
Mysterious discovery and auction of Epstein's 'Black Book'
The book was reportedly found on Fifth Avenue in the East Village by a female musician during the 1990s. The book lists a total of 349 people, 221 of whom are not mentioned in Epstein's later, more infamous "black book." Alexander Historical Auctions will conduct the auction on May 15. A forensic examiner's report confirming its authenticity will be included in the sale.
Auction house owner estimates 'Black Book' value
Bill Panagopulos, owner of the auction house, spoke to the Daily Beast about the potential value of Epstein's alleged "black book." He stated, "There are no comparables for the sale of this kind of relic. But, based on my experience, if I'm pressed to offer a price I would think it would be $100,000 to $200,000, and up." The final price will ultimately be determined at the auction.
Individuals named in 'Black Book' respond to inclusion
Several individuals named in the book have now publicly responded to their inclusion. Catsimatidis told the Daily Beast that he only encountered Epstein once. Peretz expressed confusion about his inclusion, noting that he met Epstein once at a Harvard dinner about 25 years ago. Cuomo, speaking on Greeven's behalf, said: "She has no comment. They have absolutely no contact. Absolutely no relationship." The Trump campaign, Suzanne Ircha, Carl Icahn, and Christy Hefner have yet to respond to requests for comment.
