One note, which appears to be from a Florida property investor, includes a photograph of Epstein holding a large novelty cheque seemingly from Trump. The accompanying text jokes that Epstein sold a “fully depreciated” woman to Trump for $22,500 – using a financial term for an item whose value has been reduced through use.
Other notes included lewd drawings, nude photographs and, in one instance, images of animals having sex.
There were messages from politicians, lawyers and business leaders. Former President Bill Clinton referenced Epstein’s “childlike curiosity” and his desire to “make a difference”.
Lord Peter Mandelson, the current UK ambassador to the US, included photographs of tropical locations and referred to Epstein as “my best pal”.
Clinton’s office has not responded to a BBC request for comment, though he has previously said he was unaware of Epstein’s crimes.
An official spokesperson for Lord Mandelson told the BBC that he “has long been clear that he very much regrets ever having been introduced to Epstein”.