LaVergne explained that he refused the request because there were already existing contracts with the court for selling the bible through an auction. He calculated that challenging the contract would incur more costs than what Kim was willing to pay for the item.
He elaborated, “The financial aspect left me with no alternative. Why would I spend $15,000 from the estate’s funds or on attorney fees just to sell the bible to Kim for the same amount?” LaVergne expressed to People. “It would result in a financial loss. It wouldn’t make sense. If Kim had offered $150,000, then we would have pursued legal action outside of the planned auction.”
However, Kim still may have a chance of obtaining the bible which currently has a leading bid of just under $10k.
“Kim can bid on it online,” LaVergne added. “She may even get it cheaper than the 15 grand, so who knows.”
Kardashian Sr. reportedly wrote a handwritten message in the bible, which was dated June 18, 1994. Simpson was arrested on June 17.
The note found in the bible meant for O.J. Simpson reads, “O.J., this book will help you. God loves you and will guide you with his words. Make it a habit to read this book daily. God has a specific plan for your life. You are his child, and he intends to use you positively. I care for you, and God’s love is with you.”
LaVergne is the executor tasked with selling off Simpson’s assets and personal items in order to pay off leftover debt.
The bible, which appears to hold sentimental value to the Kardashians, is not the only item being auctioned off.
Bidding for the personal items opened on Wednesday, March 13 via Goldin Auctions. As well as the bible, a framed photo of Simpson with former U.S. president Bill Clinton that was signed by both men is up for grabs.
Other items include football memorabilia from Simpson’s time playing professional NFL prior to the deaths of Brown and Goldman. Among the items for sale is a replica of Simpson’s 1968 Heisman Trophy. Punters can also bid for a trophy he was awarded after making history for being the first NFL player to rush for over 2,000 yards in a season in 1973.
