The Declaration of Independence is up for sale, but it will cost more than most of us can afford. The document is part of a collection of over 400 historic items scheduled for auction in May, and is set to coincide with the 250th anniversary of American independence. However, this isn’t necessarily a recognizable version of the Declaration of Independence. In this case, Declaration of Independence broadsides were distributed throughout the colonies shortly after the original document was signed. The Declaration of Independence is a remarkable historical document not only for its ambitions, but how it justified severing colonial ties with Britain.