december 11, 2010 - Early American History Auctions

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Mail Bid & Internet Auction
December 11, 2010
Autographs ♦ Coins ♦ Currency ♦ Americana
Lot 117: 1799-Published Dated, Hand-Colored Engraving entitled, “AMERICA”
Early American History Auctions, Inc.
Table of Contents
Mail & Internet Auction • Absentee Bids Closing:
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Autographs.................................................................................................................... 1-70
Colonial America ........................................................................................................71-86
American Revolution...................................................................................................87-97
Washington Related.....................................................................................................98-99
Post Revolutionary War to Civil War . ..................................................................100-106
Civil War..................................................................................................................107-115
Lincoln Related........................................................................................................116-117
Decorative Arts: Paintings, Prints, Glass & Textiles...............................................118-133
Posters, Political, Silk Ribbons & Historic Flags....................................................134-158
Americana & Western Americana...........................................................................159-183
Fossils, Meteorites and Cultural Artifacts...............................................................184-191
Historic Guns & Weapons.......................................................................................192-196
Historic Maps...........................................................................................................197-198
Continental & Colonial Currency, Lottery Tickets & Fiscal Paper................. 199-253
Encased Postage Stamps & Stamps..................................................................... 254-274
Obsolete Currency & Miscellaneous Currency................................................. 275-321
Colonial & Washington Coinage........................................................................ 322-381
Medals & Indian Peace Medals and Tokens........................................................ 382-403
United States Coinage......................................................................................... 404-429
Miscellaneous Coinage & Related....................................................................... 430-432
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BY PARTICIPATING IN THE AUCTION EACH BIDDER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE BIDDER HAS READ AND UNDERSTANDS
AND AGREES TO THESE TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SALE. (PLEASE REFER TO SECTION 12 “DEFINITIONS”)
1. General Terms.
All Bidder(s) at the Auction acknowledge and agree that
the following General Terms shall apply at all times to the
conduct of the Auction:
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The Auction is by public mail/phone/email/internet/and/or fax. Absentee Bid Closing
Date: December 11, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. PST. Absentee Bids will be executed over
EarlyAmerican.com and ArtFact.comTM on Sunday, December 12, 2010, beginning
at 9:00 a.m. PST. The Auction is conducted in accordance with the regulations of
the State of California and the City of San Diego.
Any Bid in the Auction automatically constitutes acceptance by the Bidder, and is
deemed to incorporate by reference these General Terms and Conditions.
A Purchaser’s Premium of eighteen percent (18%) on each individual Lot will be
automatically added to all purchase(s) made by successful Bidder(s); (or twenty-one
percent (21%) of the “Hammer Price” if a given Bid is placed through “ArtFact.
com”) it being understood that EAHA may waive such fee for reacquisition(s) by
Consignor(s).
The Consignor(s) may Bid and purchase Lot(s) in the Auction and Consignor(s)
that Bid(s) on his/hers/its own Lot(s) in the Auction may pay a different fee than
the Purchaser’s Premium charged to all other(s).
If the Consignor shall re-purchase a Lot that is either returned to the Consignor or
otherwise dealt with or disposed of in accordance with the Consignor’s direction,
EAHA reserves the right to make appropriate adjustments.
EAHA reserves the right to include in the Auction its own Merchandise and have
direct or indirect interests in any of the Lot(s) offered for sale in the Auction.
EAHA may bid for its own account on any given Lot(s) at the Auction.
EAHA may have information about any given Lot(s) that may not be publicly
available, and reserves the right to use such information without making disclosure
in the Catalog.
All Lot(s) may, at EAHA’s sole discretion, carry a Reserve.
All Lot(s) will be sold to the highest Bidder as determined by the Auctioneer.
If any dispute arises of and concerning a given Bid at the Auction, the Auctioneer’s
decision shall be considered absolute and final.
No “Unlimited” or “Buy” Bid(s) will be accepted by the Auctioneer at the
Auction.
Any announcements made on the day of the Auction shall take precedence over
any terms that may be contained in the Catalog and/or other announcements and/or
documentation.
The Auctioneer reserves the right, without recourse from any Bidder or Consignor, to
postpone or delay the Auction, for a reasonable period of time, due to any significant
event which, in the sole judgement of the Auctioneer, makes it inadvisable to hold
the Auction as scheduled.
2. The Bidding Process.
All Bidder(s) in the Auction acknowledge and agree, as
a condition to the acceptance of a Bid by the Auctioneer,
that:
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The Auctioneer may open or accept a Bid on any Lot by placing a Bid on behalf of
the Consignor.
The Auction Date printed on the Catalog cover is the last day that bids are accepted
through any means, EXCEPT for those bidding through ArtFact.com who are
permitted to continue bidding until each Lot is closed on the day following.
The Auctioneer, at his sole and exclusive discretion, may accept or decline a given
Bid, and/or challenge any Bid or any increment thereof.
Bids below the Low Estimate, which includes any requested increase(s), will not
be reduced.
Bids below sixty percent (60%) of Low Estimate are considered frivolous and will
not be accepted.
In the event of a tie, the Lot will be awarded to the bid with the earliest postmark.
All Bid(s) must be for an entire Lot; it being understood that each Lot constitutes a
separate sale.
No Lot will be broken up unless otherwise permitted by the Auctioneer, and Lot(s)
will be sold in their numbered sequence unless the Auctioneer directs otherwise.
All Merchandise shall be sold in separate Lot(s) to the highest Bidder as determined
by the Auctioneer in his sole and exclusive discretion.
If a Lot is awarded to the wrong Bidder due to an administrative error, the highest
Bidder will prevail. All Bidders agree to post-Auction corrections without protest
or negative feedback.
The Auctioneer shall have the right, at his sole and exclusive discretion, to adjudicate
all bidding disputes and shall have the right, to rescind the acceptance of any Bid
and/or place a given Lot(s) for re-Auction.
The Auctioneer’s decision on all Bid disputes shall be deemed to be binding and
final.
If there should be any Material Error in descriptions contained in the Catalog
creating a Significant difference from the value paid, a given Lot may be returned
by a successful Bidder for Review, but only if prompt written notice is first received
by EAHA not later than seventy-two (72) hours of receipt of the Lot(s) by the Bidder;
it being understood that any such Lot(s) must be received by EAHA no later than
fourteen (14) calendar days after the Auction Date and be in the same condition, in
their original, sealed Holders, as when the Lot(s) were first delivered to the Bidder;
it being further understood that late remittance(s) constitute just cause by EAHA to
revoke any return privilege(s) otherwise available.
Any Lot returned for Review will be at the sole expense of the Buyer, as well as
the return expense should the claim be rejected.
EAHA shall not be responsible for any errors in the bidding process, and the Bidder
assumes full responsibility to ensure the Bid on a given Lot is correct. Bidders
using eBay acknowledge that due to the bidding process and speed of auctioneer it is
possible to be awarded a lot in error. Instances of “awarding” a lot due to missing a
bid or some other error may cause an eBay bidder to have their winning bid rescinded
by the auctioneer. In such instance, the eBay bidder will be notified of the error and
agrees that no further protest, or negative feedback will result on their behalf.
The Auctioneer shall timely announce the Hammer Price for each Lot sold at the
Auction.
EAHA reserves the right to withdraw any Lot(s) prior to the Hammer Price being
accepted by the Auctioneer.
No Bidder sha ll have a r ight to cla im a ny specia l
or consequential damages from EAH A for any reason whatsoever.
Page 3. Bidder Registration Required.
that:
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It/he/she duly registered to Bid at the Auction having fully completed and transmitted
to EAHA the necessary Auction Bid form(s).
The invoice describing a given Lot by number shall include the Merchandise
described in the Catalog by the Cataloguer.
4. Prices, Payment and Delivery.
that:
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All payment(s) for Merchandise shall be made by check, money order, cashier’s
check, bank wire, credit card or in cash (U.S. currency only); Bidder(s) who have
not established credit with EAHA must first furnish satisfactory credit references to
EAHA and/or deposit at least twenty-five percent (25%) of their total Bid(s) for that
Auction, or such other amount(s) as EAHA may, in its sole and absolute discretion,
require before such Bid(s) will be accepted; it being understood that deposit(s)
submitted will be applied to purchases and any remaining deposit(s) will be refunded
upon clearance of funds.
A two percent (2%) Purchaser’s Premium Discount will be granted on purchases
paid by cash, check or money order.
California Sales Tax of 8.25% will be added to California residents; San Diego
County residents add 8.75%.
Payment shall be due immediately upon receipt of notification and payment is deemed
delinquent, and in default if not made in good funds in full within fourteen (14) days
of the Auction Date.
On cash transaction(s) exceeding Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000), a Treasury Form
8300 must be filed.
Lot(s) will not be shipped before all funds are fully received by EAHA.
EAHA reserves the right to extend credit and impose periodic charges on any
accounts past due.
The Bidder agrees to report to EAHA any damage or breakage that occurs to
Merchandise in the original Holder and packaging during shipment within 3 days
of receipt of package. The original packaging MUST be saved, complete and intact,
as required by the insuring company. Failure to meet either of these requirements
will release EAHA of any further liability or payment for such damages.
Successful Bidder(s) agree to pay reasonable attorney’s fees and costs incurred by
EAHA to collect on any past due account(s).
Bid(s) will not be accepted from any individual(s) under the age of eighteen (18)
years old without a parent or guardian’s written consent and express acceptance of
these General Terms and Conditions.
If a corporation is the Bidder, the authorized corporate representative must provide
EAHA, at the time of registration, with proof in the form of a legal document
acceptable to EAHA confirming the representative’s express authority to Bid in the
Auction for and on behalf of the corporation.
A shipping and handling charge will be added to each invoice to adequately package,
ship and fully insure Merchandise. Bidder may request that EAHA increase the
insured value of the purchased Merchandise above the successful Bid price for the
Merchandise purchased at Auction by making a special arrangements in writing
with EAHA, prior to shipment.
All Auction Lot Holders are for short term use and should be changed by the new
buyer for proper long term storage.
5. Financial Responsibility.
All Bidder(s) in the Auction acknowledge and agree, as a condition
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to the acceptance of a Bid by the Auctioneer, that:
In the event a successful Bidder fails to make payment when due, EAHA reserves
the right, in its sole and exclusive discretion, to rescind the sale or to resell the Lot(s)
in a commercially reasonable manner (which may include a public or private sale);
it being understood that the Bidder agrees to pay for the reasonable cost of such a
sale, together with any incidental costs of sale, attorney’s fees and costs, costs of the
Cataloguer and any other reasonable charge(s).
EAHA shall have the right to offset any sums due to EAHA, and to make such
offset(s) from any past, current, or future consignment(s), or purchase(s) that are in
the possession or control of EAHA.
EAHA shall automatically have a security interest to secure any indebtedness due
by a successful Bidder(s); it being understood that the Bidder consents to granting
EAHA the right to file a Uniform Commercial Code “Financing Statement” to secure
EAHA’s financial interest.
If a given invoice submitted to the successful Bidder by EAHA is not paid for in
full when due per the invoice terms, the unpaid balance shall accrue penalty interest
at the rate of one-and-one-half percent (1-1/2%) per month until fully paid; it being
understood that in such event the penalty interest rate shall exceed the interest
permitted by law.
Bidder agrees to pay all reasonable attorney’s fees, court costs and collection costs
incurred by EAHA in attempting to collect past due invoice(s).
If the successful Bidder for a given Lot(s) consists of one or more person(s) or
entit(ies), each shall be jointly and severally liable to EAHA for any payment(s) due
for Merchandise purchased.
6. Guarantees of Authenticity.
Unless otherwise indicated in the Catalog, the Merchandise offered for sale at the
Auction shall be guaranteed by EAHA to be authentic and as described in the Catalog;
it being understood that SUCH GUARANTEE SHALL BE VALID FOR A PERIOD
OF THIRTY (30) CALENDAR DAYS ONLY FOLLOWING the Auction Date; it
being further understood that after thirty (30) calendar days, no purchased Merchandise
can be returned by a successful Bidder(s) under any circumstances; it being further
understood that this limited guarantee is extended only to the original Purchaser of
record, and to be effective requires the timely presentation of the original sales invoice
as well as verification that the item of Merchandise is in the same exact condition
as when originally sold. After thirty (30) calendar days, should any claim regarding
authenticity of the Merchandise arise, at the sole discretion of EAHA, EAHA may
elect to assign any rights it has against the original Consignor it may hold. It being
understood and agreed that such an assignment, if granted by EAHA, shall not be
considered an obligation and EAHA shall be completely removed from any further
involvement or responsibility.
7. Descriptions and Grading.
a.
Bidder(s) acknowledge that all gradings of coin Merchandise sold in the Auction
have been determined by independent grading services, and/or by EAHA; it being
understood that the successful Bidder(s) acknowledge that the grading of rare coin(s)
and currency is subjective and accordingly may differ among independent grading
services and among expert numismatists, and that such grading may have a material
effect on the ultimate Auction value of the coin Merchandise.
b. EAHA shall not be responsible for the grade(s) assigned by independent grading
services, and makes no warranty or representation regarding such grade(s). All third
party graded lots are sold “AS IS” and are not returnable.
c. Lot description(s) are based solely upon an examination of the coin(s), and are not
intended to describe in detail any perceived special characteristics; it being understood
that Bidder(s) acknowledge that coin grading and perception(s) are inherently
subjective.
d. EAHA does not warrant the accuracy of the description(s) and the photograph(s) and
the color of photograph(s) contained in the Catalog, and that the Bidder acknowledges
and agrees that the actual Merchandise offered for sale may vary in size and/or scale
and/or color from any photograph(s) and/or description of the Lot in the Catalog.
e. There can be no claim that any verbal description of the Merchandise, provided by EAHA
or any employee, varies and/or alters the description contained in the Catalog.
8. Disclaimer and Warranties.
All Bidders in the Auction acknowledge and agree, as a
condition to the acceptance of a Bid by the Auctioneer,
that:
NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS MADE OR IMPLIED ON ANY LOT IN
THE CATALOG, AND NO WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY LOT EXCEPT FOR
A WARRANTY OF TITLE; IT BEING UNDERSTOOD THAT ALL
LOTS OFFERED FOR SALE ARE SOLD ON AN “AS IS” BASIS AND
THAT THE PURCHASER CONSEQUENTLY ASSUMES ALL RISKS
CONCERNING AND RELATED TO THE GRADING, QUALITY, DESCRIPTION, CONDITION, AUTHENTICITY, AND PROVENANCE
OF A GIVEN LOT.
9. Waiver and Release.
that:
BIDDER EXPRESSLY WAIVES AND RELEASES, AND FOREVER
DISCHARGES EAHA FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, RIGHTS, DEMANDS AND CAUSE(S) OF ACTIONS AND SUIT(S), OF WHATEVER
KIND OR NATURE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, CLAIM(S)
BASED UPON AUCTIONEER’S NEGLIGENCE, WHETHER IN LAW
OR EQUITY OR WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN, SUSPECTED
OR UNSUSPECTED, WHICH BIDDER MAY CLAIM TO HAVE WITH
RESPECT TO AND/OR ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION
WITH ANY CHALLENGE TO ANY MERCHANDISE PURCHASED
AT THE AUCTION, THE AUCTION PROCEDURES, OR THE PURCHASE OF ANY LOT(S); IT BEING THE INTENTION THAT THIS
WAIVER AND RELEASE SHALL BE EFFECTIVE AS A BAR TO
EACH AND EVERY CLAIM, DEMAND, CAUSE OF ACTION AND/OR
SUIT OR CONTROVERSY THAT MAY ARISE HEREUNDER OR BE
RELATED TO THE AUCTION
ALL BIDDER(S) BY SUBMITTING A BID IN THE AUCTION KNOWINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY WAIVE ANY AND ALL RIGHTS AND
BENEFITS OTHERWISE CONFERRED UPON THE BIDDER BY LAW
OR BY THE PROVISION(S) OF SECTION 1542 OF THE CALIFORNIA
CIVIL CODE, WHICH READS IN FULL AS FOLLOWS:
“A GENERAL RELEASE DOES NOT EXTEND TO CLAIMS WHICH
THE CREDITOR DOES NOT KNOW OR SUSPECT TO EXIST IN HIS
FAVOR AT THE TIME OF EXECUTING THE RELEASE, WHICH
IF KNOWN BY HIM MUST HAVE MATERIALLY AFFECTED HIS
SETTLEMENT WITH THE DEBTOR.”
10. Disputes and Arbitration.
All Bidders in the Auction acknowledge and agree, as a condition to the acceptance of a Bid by the Auctioneer, that:
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If a dispute arises concerning ownership of a given Lot that has been Bid upon or
concerning proceeds of any sale, EAHA reserves the right to commence a statutory
Inter-Pleader or similar proceeding at the expense of the Consignor and successful
Bidder and any other applicable party, and in such event shall be entitled to its reasonable
attorneys’ fees and costs.
Neither EAHA nor any affiliated or related company shall be responsible for incidental
or consequential damages arising out of any failure of these General Terms and
Conditions, the Auction or the conduct thereof and in no event shall such liability
exceed the Purchase Price, premium, or fees paid.
If the Bidder fails to comply with one or more of these General Terms and Conditions,
then, in addition to all other remedies which it may have at law or in equity, EAHA
may at its sole option either rescind the sale, retaining all payments made by Bidder
as liquidated damages; it being recognized that actual damages may be speculative or
difficult to compute, or sell a portion or all of the Lot(s) held by EAHA, in a quantity
sufficient in the opinion of EAHA to satisfy the indebtedness, plus all accrued charges,
and EAHA may sell such portion at an Auction or private sale conducted by EAHA
and charge a seller’s commission that is commercially reasonable. More than one such
sale may take place at the option of EAHA. Notice of the sale shall be by U.S.P.S.
Mail, Return Receipt Requested to the address utilized on the Bid Sheet, Auction
Consignment and Security Agreement or other last known address by EAHA. The
proceeds shall be applied first to the satisfaction of any damages occasioned by Bidder’s
breach, then to any other indebtedness owed to EAHA, including without limitation,
commissions, handling charges, the expenses of both sales, reasonable attorneys’ fees,
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costs, collection agency fees and costs and any other costs or expenses incurred.
It/he/she shall be liable to EAHA if the proceeds of such sale(s) insufficient to cover
the indebtedness.
The rights granted to the Bidder(s) under the within General Terms and Conditions
are personal and apply only to the Bidder(s) who initially purchase the Lot(s) at
the Auction, and no rights may be assigned or transferred to any other person or
entity, and any attempt to assign or transfer any such rights shall be absolutely void
and unenforceable.
ANY DISPUTE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE GENERAL
TERMS AND CONDITIONS, THE AUCTION OR ANY LOT, WITH
THE SOLE EXCEPTION OF ACTIONS BY EAHA TO COLLECT THE
PURCHASE PRICE AND OTHER DAMAGES, SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO
BINDING ARBITRATION WITH THE VENUE OF ALL HEARINGS TO BE
IN SAN DIEGO AND PURSUANT TO THE RULES OF THE AMERICAN
AR BITR ATION ASSOCIATION AND/OR THE PROFESSIONAL
NUMISMATICS GUILD (“PNG”) AT”EAHA’S EXCLUSIVE OPTION.
11. Miscellaneous Terms.
that:
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These General Terms and Conditions and the Auction shall be construed and
enforced in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of California,
regardless of the location of the Auction.
These General Terms and Conditions, and the information on EAHA’s website,
constitute the entire Agreement between EAHA and the Bidder(s) and supersede all
other agreements, understandings, warranties and representations of and concerning
the Auction and subject matter hereof.
EAHA will not be responsible for damage due to irradiation by the U.S. Post
Office.
If any part of these General Terms and Conditions, or any term or provision of
any part is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court of competent
jurisdiction, the remaining portion(s) shall remain and be in full force and effect.
12. Definitions
a. The term “Absentee Bid” shall mean all Bids placed via mail, phone,
fax, email and website.
b. The term “Auction” shall mean an auction authorized and conducted
under the auspices of “EAHA” and under these General Terms and
Conditions.
c. The term “Auction Date” shall mean the date the Auction is
conducted.
d. The term “Auctioneer” shall mean an individual(s) duly licensed and
designated by “EAHA” to conduct the Auction.
e. The term “Bid” shall mean a bona fide Bid made by a “Bidder” which is
officially acknowledged and accepted by the Auctioneer at the Auction
on the Auction Date.
f. The term “Bidder” shall mean an individual or entity that submits a
legally binding and bona fide Bid to the Auctioneer at the Auction.
g. The term “Catalog” shall mean the official publication issued by EAHA
and transmitted to potential Bidder(s) in advance of the Auction.
h. The term “Cataloguer” shall mean the individual(s) that has described
the “Lot(s)” contained in the Catalog for the Auction.
i. The term “Consignment Agreement” shall mean the written agreement(s)
between “EAHA” and a given “Consignor” available at “EAHA’s”
offices.
j. The term “Consignor” shall mean the owner of the “Merchandise”
offered for sale by “Lot” at the Auction.
k. The term “Description” shall mean the written remarks describing the
features of a Lot combined with the corresponding photograph of said
Lot.
l. The term “ArtFact.com” shall mean the Internet accessible service
provided by Artfact, LLC.
m. The term “EAHA” shall mean collectively Early American History
Auctions, Inc. and/or any subsidiary or affiliated entity and/or Officer(s),
Director(s) and/or employee(s) of EAHA.
n. The term “Fair Market Value” shall mean the sale price a given
Lot is expected by the Cataloguer to realize at the Auction from the
Bidder(s).
o. The term “Hammer Price” shall mean the successful Bid in the Auction
as determined by the Auctioneer on the Auction Date.
p. The term “Holder” shall mean the original frame, container, case or clear
plastic sleeve, labeled with the “Lot” number, in which the “Merchandise”
is delivered by the Consignor to the successful Bidder at an Auction.
q. The term “Lot(s)” shall mean the article(s) comprising the Merchandise
offered for sale at the Auction.
r. The term “Low Estimate” shall mean the low range of the sale price that
a Lot is expected by the Cataloguer to realize at the Auction.
s. The term “Merchandise” shall mean personal property described in the
Catalog and offered for sale by Lot at the Auction.
t. The term “Purchaser” shall mean the successful Bidder at the Auction
on the Auction Date.
u. The term “Purchaser’s Premium” shall mean the commission that is
automatically charged by “EAHA” to each successful Bidder at the
Auction in a sum equal to eighteen percent (18%) of the “Hammer Price”
(or twenty-one percent (21%) of the “Hammer Price” if a given Bid is
placed through “ArtFact.com”.
v. The term “Reserve” is a confidential price below which the Auctioneer
will not sell a given Lot, and/or will re-purchase on behalf of the Consignor
or EAHA.
w. The term “Settlement Date” shall mean a time forty-five (45) days after
the Auction Date.
Page Autographs • Absentee Bids Must Be Received by Saturday, December 11, 2010 at 5:00 P.M. Pacific Time
Autographs
John Adams 1770 Signed Legal Document As A Lawyer Dated Just After The Boston Massacre and Prior To Trial
1 JOHN ADAMS (1735 - July 4, 1826). American Lawyer, Statesman, Diplomat and political theorist. A leading champion of independence
in 1776, Second President of the United States (1797–1801).1st Vice President of the United States, In office (1789 - 1797). April 16, 1770Dated, Partially-Printed Document Signed, “Adams” on bottom of verso, with an additional 300 or so words written out in his hand, 8.25” x 5.5”,
Choice Fine. This is an original legal document with orders to, “The Sherriff of our County of Suffolk, his Undersherriff or Deputy.” It involves
a decision to “attach goods or Estate... to the value of Two Thousand Pounds.” Boldly printed on clean, lightly worn period laid paper, having
the large bold signature of “Timothy Falesden” at the bottom right. Significant original press text embossing remains within the paper, further
attesting to its quality and originality. There are several trivial small wear holes at the right side fold and some minor expected edgewear.
“Adams” is boldly signed on the blanks reverse side at the lower left corner, indicating he was the acting attorney in this case. Also on the reverse
is a docket at the upper left reading, “No. 1 - Writ - Leonard Downe...” and also a nicely penned statement from “Zebadiah Wentworth, Deputy
Sherif” noting that the person was served and a summons was left.
It is of historical importance to note that this attractive, boldly printed document was Signed by John Adams as a 34 year old Suffolk County
Court, Boston attorney, in the month following the Boston Massacre of March 5th, 1770. Adams would be made the defending attorney for the
British soldiers. The trial of the soldiers, opened November 27, 1770, Adams argued that if the soldiers were endangered by the mob. (See more
information on our auction website.)......................................................................................................................................................(3,000-4,000)
The “Hero of Fort Sumter” CDV
Signed “Robert Anderson Major Gen. U.S.A.”
- Also Inscribed On Its Reverse
2 ROBERT ANDERSON. Civil War Union Brigadier General,
the “Hero of Fort Sumter,” who refused Confederate Army
demands to surrender the fort and ultimately endured two
days of bombardment before capitulating. Signed Twice,
Photograph Carte-de-Visite, being of Anderson showing his chest
up portrait profile in his general’s uniform, Choice Extremely
Fine. It is Signed at the bottom of the image, “Robert Anderson
Major Gen. U.S.A.”. On the reverse side he further inscribes and
personalizes this image, “For Mrs. Geo. Griswold from her friend
Robert Anderson - Dresden - July 4, 1869”. The photographer’s
backstamp is by Sarony, New York. This CDV is excellent in
quality and tone. It is sold together with a Second Photograph,
being an image of the attractive Mrs. Griswold which is set into
an ornate, gilt and black painted decorative wooden period frame.
This is certainly one of the very finest examples from the “Hero
of Fort Sumter” we have encountered. Plus, it is Signed Twice,
with “Robert Anderson Major Gen. U.S.A.” and has the finest,
large bold full signature we have encountered.
(2 items)................................................................... (1,600-2,000)
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Secretary of War “Orders for the Stoppage of Vessells”
To War of 1812 Fort Trumbull
at New London, Connecticut
Important Content War of 1812 Letter
From Secretary of War John Armstrong
to Brigadier General Burbeck at New York
3 JOHN ARMSTRONG (1758-1843. President James Madison’s
Secretary of War during the War of 1812 Period, Soldier in the
Revolutionary War, Pennsylvania Delegate to the Continental
Congress, United States Senator, and Diplomat. June 25,
1813-Dated War of 1812 Period, Autograph Letter Signed, “John
Armstrong,” War Dept., Very Fine. A one page letter measuring
9.75” x 7.75” to Captain W. Van Deursen, Jr., Fort Trumbull
(New London, Connecticut.) Great content on lightly toned fine
parchment with three purple outlined tone spots, not affecting the
text. Transcribed in part:
“So long as the blockade retains its present character, menacing
an attack on the town & fort, you will prevent the departure of
all vessels from the port. - Mr. Stewarts’ agency is suspended &
he is himself to be removed forty miles from the Coast, etc. etc.”
Docketed: “Orders for the Stoppage of Vessells”. Ex: the Papers
of General Henry Burbeck (no tag)......................... (1,200-1,600)
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4 JOHN ARMSTRONG (1758-1843. President James Madison’s
Revolutionary War, Pennsylvania Delegate to the Continental
Congress, a United States Senator, and Diplomat. February 8,
1813-Dated War of 1812 Period, Autograph Letter Signed, “John
Armstrong,” War Department, Extremely Fine. This important one
page letter, measuring 9.5” x 7.75” is to Brigadier General Henry
Burbeck, at New York. Written on fine parchment watermarked
with “Phipps & Son 1808.” Transcribed in full, it reads:
“ Sir, Herewith inclused you will receive a Communication from
Mr. Wm. Cooper relative to Harbour defence - He has been advised
to communicate with you on the subject, and a Copy of the Letter
to him is transmitted for your information - Very Respectfully,
Sir your obt. Hle. Servant - (Signed) John Armstrong”. Ex: the
Papers of General Henry Burbeck (no tag).............. (1,000-1,200)
War of 1812 Letter Signed “John Armstrong”
President James Madison’s Secretary of War
5 JOHN ARMSTRONG (1758-1843). President James Madison’s
Revolutionary War, a Pennsylvania Delegate to the Continental
Congress, a United States Senator, and American Diplomat.
October 12, 1812-Dated, Letter Signed, “John Armstrong,” Choice
Very Fine. This historic War of 1812 content, original one page
letter measures 10” x 8.25” being sent to Colonel Henry Burbeck,
Commanding Governor’s Island. Armstrong informs Burbeck
about ordnance shortages (being low on ammo) at Newport, Rhode
Island and notifies him of requests from the Commissary General
of Ordnance, Colonel Decius Wadsworth, to transfer any supplies
that can be spared to Newport. It is nicely written in dark brown
ink on evenly toned wove period paper. This War of 1812 dated
military letter is transcribed below, reading in full:
“Sir, — Col. Wadsworth by letter of the 10th ... states that ‘the commanding
offices at New-Port reports 400 bls. of powder deficient of a full supply,
also 300 shot for 24 pounders & 1400 for 32 pounders and that there is
also a deficiency of 50bls.of powder, 400 shot for 24 pounders and 200
for 18 pounders at New London.’ He requests under these circumstances,
that if one hundred barrels of powder can be spared from this port that it
may be sent to New-Port.
Whatever over-plus of either article, powder or that may be here after
supplying ourselves with thirty rounds of musquet cartridges per man &
thirty rounds of cannon cartridges per gun, may be forwarded to New-Port
and New London agreeably to Col. Wadsworths’ request.
The estimate will be made upon the following Nos. — 2900 men - 300
Guns of different calibers — I am sir, with great respect, Your Most
Obedient Servant - (Signed) John Armstrong.”
It is also Docketed on the reverse side: “Letter from G. Armstong,
12 Oct. respecting that for Col. Wadsworth.” Ex: the Papers of
General Henry Burbeck (no tag)................................. (800-1,000)
Impressive 1830 Commodore William Bainbridge Letter
“Irving Berlin” Signed Sheet Famous American Composer
6 WILLIAM BAINBRIDGE (1774 - 1835). Commodore in
the United States Navy, notable for his victory over the
British Warship “HMS Java” during the War of 1812 while
commanding the 44-gun frigate USS Constitution, in succession
to Captain Isaac Hull. April 21st, 1830-Dated, Autograph Letter
Signed, “Wm. Bainbridge,” 4 pages folded with one written page,
Integral Postal Cover, Choice Extremely Fine. This original
letter is dated 1830 from the Philadelphia Navy Yard. William
Bainbridge’s letter to Captain John Henly of the Portsmouth Naval
Yard, regarding the number and size of shores (device to hold
items up) at the yard, the number, order and size. Boldly Signed,
“Wm Bainbridge” in rich deep brown ink on fine quality period
wove paper. Red Postal manuscript “18” and round red cancel,
“PHILA - 21 - APR.” An impressive, clean fresh well written and
very lovely, Naval letter................................................. (550-650)
8 IRVING BERLIN (1888-1990). Historic and Famous American
Composer. This is an original Autograph Sheet Page Signed,
“Irving Berlin,” with added ink sentiment inscription “To Mrs
Horak and Kiddia - Best Wishes,” 3” x 5” being blank on the
reverse on light yellow paper, clean and Choice Very Fine. A very
nice example of Berlin’s scarce and popular signature, written in
fine dark pen.................................................................. (225-275)
1764 French and Indian War Soldiers Payment
Document Signed By Colonial Governor Francis Bernard
Civil War Union Navy Lt Commander Edward Barrett
Signed and Inscribed Period Carte de Visite
7 EDWARD BARRETT. Civil War Union Navy Commanding
Officer of the Ironclad Monitor USS Catskill. c. 1863 Civil
War, Carte de Visite Photograph of Civil War Union Navy Lieut.
Commander Edward Barrett Signed and Inscribed, “”With best
wishes of - Yours sincerely - E. Barrett - Commander, U.S.N.” on
the reverse, Choice Very Fine. The back side of the card mount
also has the mark of the photographer from Montevideo, Uruguay
and has some surface thins that are well away from the signature
and inscription. This image has a very rare vignette, bust portrait
of Commander Barrett in his full Naval uniform. This original,
Albumen Photograph is mounted on its original, gold border
card mount to an overall size of 2 3/8” x 4”. The inscription and
signature on the back are clear and well written, entirely in the
hand of Lieut. Commander Barrett.
Commander Edward Barrett assumed command of the USS Catskill
when her commanding officer, Commander Rodgers, was killed
in action on August 17, 1863, while directing the fire of his ship
against Charleston’s forts. The ship was hit by Confederate gunfire
on several occasions, but skillful work by her crew - under the
command of Lieutenant Commander Edward Barrett - returned
her to action without returning for repairs..................... (275-350)
Page 9 FRANCIS BERNARD (1712-1779). British Colonial Governor
of Massachusetts, who was personally opposed to the 1765
Stamp Act, but his Royal position forced him to carry out this
massively unpopular British policy. January 11, 1764-Dated
French and Indian War era, Partly-Printed Document Signed, Fra.
Bernard,” as Governor, 1 page, measuring 6.25” x 8” and tipped onto
another sheet measuring about 7.25” x 9” and is dated at Boston,
Very Fine. The rich black text is printed upon laid period paper
having strong manuscript portions and a bold signature. In this
original historic document, Francis Bernard orders the payment
unto, in part:
“Rich’d Saltonstall, Esq. the several sums, as directed on ye back
of this warrant for the use of ye several Persons there mentd.
amounting whole to the sum of twelve pounds 16/s allowed for
their not being made up in ye. Muster roll, from ye time they first
inlisted as soldiers, origl. Pay of ye Province of 1762, which sum
is to be paid out of the Appropriation for the Expedn. 1762.”
This document is Signed by Bernard as Governor of the
Massachusetts-Bay Colony and countersigned by John Cotton, as
Deputy Secretary. A listing of six soldiers and with their respective
amounts due also appears on the verso, along with an endorsed
on the reverse by Richard Saltonstall (who is likely related to the
famous Colonial Massachusetts Governor Saltonstall)................. .................................................................................... (800-1,000)
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Edwin Booth
1882 Autographed Page and Theater Handbill
10 EDWIN THOMAS BOOTH (1833 – 1893). Famous 19th
Century American Actor, Brother of John Wilkes Booth.
February ‘82-Dated, Autographed 4” x 6” Album Page Signed,
“Edwin Booth - Feb. ‘82,” in choice ink and well centered upon
the sheet, Extremely Fine. Plus... an original Boston Theater
handbill for the play the “Iron Chest,” boldly printed in black on
a fully margined 5” x 8” sheet having light folds and wear, Choice
Very Fine. Both items would frame up and display very nicely.
(2 items)......................................................................... (300-400)
Historic “West Point” Revolutionary War Document
Twice Signed By Continental Colonel “Zebulon Butler”
11 ZEBULON BUTLER (1731-1795). Heroic American Soldier
and Politician from Connecticut who served during the
American Revolutionary War. He represented the Wyoming
Valley (PA) in the Connecticut Assembly. On January 1,
1777, he was made Lieutenant Colonel of the 3rd Connecticut
Regiment of the Continental Army and commander at the
“Massacre at Wyoming.” May 27th 1783-Dated Revolutionary
War, Autograph Document Signed Twice, “Zebn Butler Col,” at
West Point, Choice Very Fine. This two-part official document
measures 8” x 13” and is well written in rich brown on clean period
laid paper. It is completely written in the hand of, and by Zebulon
Butler himself, but for a signature of John Sanders upon it. This
document is quite pleasing in appearance and would be great for
any display. It reads, in full:
“West Point May 27th 1783 — Gentlemen - Please to deliver the
Bearer my order for the ballance found due to me for my service
in the 1st Connt Regt in the Year 1780 and oblige Your - Huml
Serveant, John Sanders - Honl Committee - Pay Table Hartford
— Zeb Butler Col.” (and continues...)
“This Certifys that John Sanders servd in the 1st Connt Regiment
the whole of the Year 1780 and is still in service in sd Regiment
and signd the above order in my Presence — West Point May
27th 1783 — Zebn Butler Co.”..................................... (400-600)
Grover Cleveland Declines a Lectureship
12 GROVER CLEVELAND. April 12, 1900, Autograph Letter
Signed, “Grover Cleveland”, in gray ink on folded sheet measuring
6.75” x 4.3”, Princeton, NJ, Choice Very Fine. Addressed to J.B.
Pond of Jersey City, declining an invitation: “My dear Mr. Pond…
the subject of my attending the Lecture platform. I cannot do it. I
am by no means … unmindful of the good that can be had… but all
the same I cannot bring myself to the [task] of lecturing… If I was
to go on the Lecture platform I shall want no better manager than
you. We have the Thompson Lectures in mind. Yours Truly…”
Accompanied by the original envelope of transmittal, stamped and
canceled April 12, 1900, Princeton, NJ.
(2 items)......................................................................... (500-650)
1791 Payment Document For All of Connecticut’s Sheriffs
13 PETER COLT. American Revolutionary War Patriot
Connecticut Colonel, Friend of Secretary of State Alexander
Hamilton, Governor of the “Society for Establishing
Useful Manufactures”, relative of the Colt Firearms
FamilyCommanded one of Arron Burr’s expeditions to Canada
and also served as an aide to General Worcester. Alexander
Hamilton appointed Peter in 1793 to engineer and supervise
layout of Paterson, NJ. This is a rather spectacular looking and
unique 1791 State of Connecticut Treasury-Office Document is
magnificently Signed by Peter Colt, relating to balances due on
taxes for which the several Sheriffs were liable in the first quarter
of 1791 and the amounts paid by these various sheriffs, Very
Fine. This large folded document has beautifully ruled red lines, is
beautifully written in dark brown and is on extremely fresh, crisp
period laid paper having the watermark of “I CARTER” and along
with a large Crown watermark a bold docket on the upper reverse
page................................................................................ (400-500)
Exciting George Armstrong Custer
Civil War Cut Signature
15 JAY COOKE, American Banker. October 6, 1903, Autographed
Letter Signed “Jay Cooke”, Black Ink, on personal stationery
measuring 8” x 5.25”, Gibraltar Island, Ottawa County Ohio, Fine.
This letter, to Essie Ruth Varney of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is in
response to her request for Cooke’s autograph, which he provides.
The wording of the letter is light and personal, and it reveals his
sense of humor. The letter has typical folds and a .5” burn hole at
the right center edge which does not affect its readability............. ....................................................................................... (500-600)
Important 1812 Autograph Letter Signed Henry Dearborn
14 GEORGE ARMSTRONG CUSTER (1839 - 1876). Union
Brigadier General of Civil War and 7th Cavalry, Massacre at
the Little Big Horn fame. December 13, 1863-Dated Civil War,
Small Cut Document, Official Endorsement with his Signature, “G
A Custer” with “Brig. General Cavalry Division” being secretarially
added below his signature, and headed, “Headquarters, 3rd Cavalry
Division, Dec 13, 1863. - Approved and respectfully forwarded...”
Boldly signed as Brigadier General, this very clean wove period
paper measures 3.25” x 3” and is quite attractive.
It has been professionally and very handsomely presented in a larger
display frame, beside a circular printed Custer Portrait engraving,
measuring 4” x 4” and also with a 7.25” x 3.25” modern color print
of a Civil War Cavalry battle scene, all being contained under
Plexiglas within a modern gilt frame to an overall 14” x 14”. The
“G. A. Custer” signature is exceedingly bold and outstanding in its
clarity and stands out prominently against the other surrounding
lighter text. This beautiful presentation is ready, for hanging
prominently on display............................................ (2,500-3,500)
Union Brigadier General at age 23, he fought in nearly every battle of
the Army of the Potomac, including Gettysburg, later to be killed and his
troops annihilated by Sioux and Cheyenne warriors led by Sitting Bull and
Crazy Horse at Little Bighorn.
Page 16 HENRY DEARBORN. 5th United States Secretary of War
In office March 1801 - March 1809. On January 27, 1812
appointed by President James Madison as Senior Major General
in the United States Army in Command of the Northeast sector
from the Niagara River to the New England coast. May 10,
1812-Dated, Autograph Letter Signed, “H. Dearborn,” at “Head
quarters Albany,” to Colonel Henry Burbeck, Choice Very Fine.
This important letter is 1 page, 8” x 10” and is well written on very
clean period wove paper with a minor tear along the left edge has
been lightly repaired by tape on the verso. Here, Henry Dearborn
writes regarding artillery armaments along the Northeastern front,
all this being shortly before major hostilities broke out in the War
of 1812. It reads, n part:
“Such heavy advance as is on Govs. Island or in New York, which
will not be necessary for the works in the Harbour & City, ought to
be removed to this place as soon as practicable, including at least
ten medium 18 pounders, four 10 inch mortars, ten of the smallest
columbiads, with carriages.”
Henry Dearborn, who had served as President Jefferson’s Secretary
of War, was now serving as the Senior Major General in Command
of the Northeastern frontier. After a year of ineffectual command,
he was reassigned in 1813. This letter is attractive and with historic
military content. Ex: Papers of General Henry Burbeck.............. .................................................................................... (800-1,200)
Rare British Revenue Tax Stamped
French and Indian War New York
Military Appointment Signed James Delancey
Rare Signature “John Dickinson P.” With 1783 Engraving
18 JOHN P. DICKINSON (1732 - 1808). Member of the American
Continental Congress, Wealthy Attorney and Politician, Author
of acclaimed “Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania.” Bold
Clipped Signature, “John Dickinson P.” with the “P” added at the
end of signature signifying the signature as while acting as President
of Pennsylvania, 2.5” x 1”, Very Fine. He was a wealthy attorney
and politician; member of Continental Congress from Pennsylvania
and Delaware, later serving as President of the two states. Originally
hoping for reconciliation with the King and Britain, he led the
opposition against John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin
Franklin for a Declaration of Independence, absenting himself
or abstaining from crucial votes. Though his signature does not
appear on the Declaration itself, he nevertheless served briefly
in the Pennsylvania Militia with rank of Brigadier General. He
was a Delegate to the Constitutional Convention; and Author of
acclaimed “Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania” (1767-68).
The clip has even toning, and the signature is very clear, being
nicely written in bold deep brown ink. It is nicely cloth matted
beneath an original, period oval profile portrait, “J. DICKINSON
- Member of Congress - Published April 10, 1783 by W. Richardson
N 147 Strand” measuring 4” x 5” and in pleasing quality. Nicely
presented under Plexiglas within decorative gilt frame, 12.75” x
10.25” overall.............................................................. (800-1,000)
17 JAMES DELANCY. Colonial Governor of New York. January
31, 1758, Partly printed Document, completed in manuscript
on heavy laid paper, appointing Abraham J. Wempell to be
Ensign of the Third Company of Militia of the Township of
Schenectady. January 31,1758-Dated, Partly-Printed Document
Signed, “James Delancey,” as Commander in Chief of New York,
Choice Crisp Extremely Fine. This original French and Indian
War era document is completed in manuscript, on a heavy laid
period paper. It is appointing Abraham J. Wempell to be Ensign
of the Third Company of Militia of the Township of Schenectady
at New York.
Additionally, making it Extremely Rare, is the use of a New
York, Four Pence, British Colonial Embossed Tax Stamp at the
upper left. This document is very well written in rich brown ink,
1 page, measuring 12” x 8” with significant amounts of original
press text embossing still being retained within the paper. The
original Official Paper Seal is intact and beautifully affixed at
upper left with show through from the underlying red wax used
for the embossing. Importantly, the rare Embossed Scott Stamp
Catalog RM-13, New York, 4 Pence, Revenue Stamp is superb,
being sharply embossed with every detail distinct. This type of
Revenue Stamp was required on all legal documents, permits,
commercial contracts, almanacs, newspapers, wills, pamphlets,
and playing cards in the American colonies. The revenue was
enacted in order to pay for a portion of the costs of maintaining a
British army in the colonial territories. Most American colonists
believed that this was “Taxation without Representation”. There
are some normal light folds, otherwise clean and very pleasing in
quality. One of the finest quality examples of that era we have
encountered and the very Finest and Only Document to bear the
American Colonial Tax Stamp................................ (2,500-3,000)
Signer William Ellery Letter
Regarding a US Treasury Case
19 WILLIAM ELLERY. Signer of the Declaration of Independence
from Rhode Island. October 10, 1794-Dated, Autograph Letter
Signed, “Wm Ellery” as Collector, Port of Newport, RI, 2 pages with
integral address leaf, Very Fine. This original letter is completely
handwritten by Ellery in his official role. It is nicely written
and easily readable on period laid watermarked paper, measures
8.25” x 6.5” and is filled with detailed legal content. This letter is
address the the Attorney General of Rhode Island, with docket on
the reverse edge, regarding a lawsuit brought by the US Secretary
of the Treasury against a Mr. Pierce who apparently went against
the imposed Embargo Act. Envelope opening tear with an early
backing for repair and some archival reinforcement tape along the
spine fold. Nicely signed by William Ellery as collector on the
second page, at the conclusion....................................... (400-600)
Document Signed “Vittorio Emanuele” at Rome, Italy
Signature by Edward Everett & His Brother A.H. Everett
22 EDWARD EVERETT, American Orator and Statesman,
& ALEXANDER HILL EVERETT, Diplomat and Writer.
Autograph Note: “Written for M.L.T. Grant by Edward Everett,
Boston 7 March 1857,” in brown ink on sheet 4.25” x 4.5”, mounted
to a page from an autograph album, 7.25” x 4.75”, Choice Fine.
Nice, large signature by Everett. Sheet is stained, but the signature
is unaffected. Accompanied by a mounted note by his brother,
“A.H. Everett”, who declines an invitation: “Mr. A.H. Everett
regrets that a previous engagement for this evening will deprive
him of the pleasure of accepting Mr. Walker’s polite [invitation].
Newton Jan 31, 1837.” Rare opportunity to own signatures by
these diplomatic brothers from Massachusetts.
(2 items)......................................................................... (200-250)
1878 Cyrus W. Field Signed Check
20 VICTOR EMMANUEL III, Last King of Italy. 1933-Dated,
Document Signed “Vittorio Emanuele,” Rome, 14.5” x 9.5,”
Very Fine. An official government document taken from a bound
volume. Some pencil notations, otherwise quite clean. Contains
the usual official stamps and markings. A nice, 6” long signature.
Surprisingly, Victor Emmanuel’s signature alone is rarer than when
combined with that of Mussolini!.................................. (200-300)
John Ericsson Letter Builder of the “USS Monitor”
23 CYRUS W. FIELD, Famous American Industrialist and
Inventor. September 11, 1878, Partially Printed Document Signed,
“Cyrus W. Field,” measuring 2.75” x 7,” Choice Extremely Fine.
This is a check drawn on the National City Bank of New York, in
the amount of $20, payable to Drs. Jenkins & Swift, and signed
by Cyrus Field. The blue 2¢ revenue at the right end is canceled
with an oval teller stamp. One wonders whether Jenkins & Swift
were physicians to Cyrus Field. Canceled with a circular hole and
a cross shape cut cancel, neither of which affect the 2.75” long
signature......................................................................... (175-225)
Three First Ladies Mrs. Coolidge, Harding, and Hoover
24 (FIRST LADIES), GRACE COOLIDGE, FLORENCE KLING
HARDING & LOU H. HOOVER.
21 JOHN ERICSSON, Swedish-born Naval Engineer Who
Designed and Built the Ironclad “Monitor.” Autograph Letter
Signed, “J. Ericsson,” November 10, [18]59, no place, 7.5” x
4.75”, Choice Extremely Fine. To an unnamed correspondent,
in part: “The importance of the French patent has induced me to
forward a second letter to Messrs. Newton of London containing
a duplicate draft for paying the patent duty which falls due in the
beginning of December....” Written and signed in medium brown
ink. Framed with an image of Ericsson and a name plate to an
overall size of 12.5” x 15.25”. Ericsson went to New York in
1839 on a commission from the U.S. Navy that resulted in the first
warship with screw propellers, the “Princeton.” He is best known
for designing and building the Union ironclad “Monitor” which
engaged in battle with the Confederate ironclad “Merrimack” at
Hampton Roads, Virginia on March 9, 1862, ushering in a new
type of naval warfare..................................................... (400-800)
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1. c. 1920s (undated) Autograph Letter Signed, “Grace Coolidge” in
dark ink on gold-seal embossed “The White House” stationery, 8” x 5”
doublesided, Choice Extremely Fine. Writing to a friend named “Mollie
K”, Mrs. Coolidge apologizes for spoiling a birthday party: “It is a shame
to spoil the surprise for Lilian on her birthday but we’ll try to make it up
to her, somehow…”
2. March 30, 1921-Dated, Typed Letter Signed, “Florence Kling Harding”
on attractive, granite colored “The White House” stationery, 7” x 5.25”
folded sheet, two small rust spots and mounting remnant on the back,
but not affecting the signature, Very Fine. Thanking “Mrs. Wesener” of
Chicago, Illinois, for a miniature painting sent to President Harding: “…I
am taking the liberty of writing to you on his behalf as his arduous duties
prevent him from thanking you himself…” Accompanied by the matching
original stamped envelope.
3. March 14, 1934-Dated, Typed Letter Signed, “Lou Henry Hoover” in
black ink on Stanford University, California letterhead, 10.75” x 7.25”,
Very Fine. Addressed to “Cuthbert” apologizing for not responding to an
earlier letter.
(4 items)......................................................................... (300-400)
Future President James A. Garfield Civil War Signed
$300 Soldier’s “Commutation” Letter
“John Fitch” Signed Document
Granted The First U.S. Patent for the Steamboat
26 JAMES A. GARFIELD (1831 - September 19, 1881). Civil War
Union Officer, 20th President of the United States, serving
from March 4, 1881 until his death by assassination, a brief
200 days in office. A truly remarkable “Commutation Money”
related, Civil War Autograph Letter is Signed, “J.A. Garfield,” 2
pages, 10” x 7.75”, Hiram, [Ohio], dated March 27, 1865, Very
Fine. This original written letter is addressed to a Captain D.
Caldwell on the behalf of Nelson Raymond. Garfield writes, in
full:
“Capt. D. Cadwell - Pro.(vost) Mar.(shall) 19th Dist.(rict) - Dear Sir, The
bearer of this, Nelson F. Raymond of this township - was drafted in May
last and paid his $300 Commutation. He is again drafted. I believe the
Provost Marshal has in some instances or rather in a certain class of cases
allowed the payment of Commutation to have weight in the subsequent
draft. - In a telegram received from him by me on the 25th in it he says:
‘When men are drafted who previously paid Commutation - the board of
Enrollment is instructed to report the facts to this office with a view his
release’ - It is to avail himself of whatever relief the law and the rules of the
Department may afford when Mr. Raymond calls on you. He is a worthy
and reliable citizen. - Very Truly Yours, J.A. Garfield.”
25 JOHN FITCH, Famous American Clockmaker, Brassworker,
Silversmith and Credited as the Inventor of the Steamship
in the United States. Partly-printed Document Signed and
completed in brown ink, “John Fitch” and “Eleazer Carey”, on
fine laid paper, 12” x 7”, with wax seals secured by three quarter
inch paper squares, dated October 10, 1777, Connecticut, Choice
Very Fine. The document is an agreement to substitute servitude in
the American Army for a large monetary debt, in part: “John Fitch
and Eleazer Carey— Both of Windham in the County of Windham
in the State of Connecticut— are holden and stand bound unto
the Honourable John Hancock Esqur. The sum of five thousand
Dollars... if the above-bounden... shall well and truly execute... in
the American Army... then this present Obligation to be void and
of none Effect.” Countersigned by the witnesses Vinc Eldermin
and Joseph Baker. Usual folds, even toning; else very good. No
separations or repairs. An unusual historical document............... ................................................................................. (3,000-4,000)
On August 26, 1791, John Fitch was granted a United States patent
for the steamboat. Four years earlier, on August 22, 1787, John Fitch
demonstrated the first successful steamboat, launching a forty-five-foot craft
on the Delaware River in the presence of delegates from the Constitutional
Convention.
John Fitch (1743 to 1798) built the first recorded steam powered ship in
the United States, in 1786. The first successful trial run of his steamboat
was made on the Delaware River on August 22, 1787, in the presence of
delegates from the Constitutional Convention. Fitch was granted a patent
on August 26, 1791, after a battle with James Rumsey, who had created
a similar invention. Fitch’s idea would be turned profitable by Robert
Fulton, decades later. In the autumn of 1777, Fitch sold beer and tobacco
to the British— George Washington greatly despised him for this.
Aside from a bit of light toning at the top of the letter and being
slightly light, this document is in overall great condition. Garfiled’s
signature measures a huge 3.5” across and the letter is written
upon paper having a wonderful “Union Shield with Stars” central
watermark. A very historic letter directly mentioning and relating
to the highly controversial practice of payments of $300 to get
out of the Union Army during the Civil War, written by a current
Union officer and future President of the United States!............... ................................................................................. (2,000-2,500)
With the payment of a $300 “Commutation” fee, a drafted Union soldier
was able to buy his way out of military service during the Civil War.
Rare James A. Garfield Signed Cabinet Card Photograph
27 JAMES A. GARFIELD (1831 - September 19, 1881). 20th
President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1881
until his death by assassination, a brief 200 days in office..
Original Signed Cabinet Card Photograph, boldly Signed, “G. A.
Garfield.” measuring 6.5” x 4.5” portrait pose as U.S. Senator and
possibly as the President-elect, Fine. Blindstamped to the right of
the signature by Harroun, New York. Long diagonal crease from
the top left edge to the middle right edge, traversing the very top of
Garfield’s head. The signature is large and impressive, measuring
over 2.5” long. A very scarce and popular item..... (1,000-1,200)
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Lovely 1873 Autograph Letter Signed “J. A. Garfield”
28 JAMES A. GARFIELD (1831 - September 19, 1881). 20th
President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1881
until his death by assassination, a brief 200 days in office.
June 22, 1873-Dated, Autograph Letter Signed, “J. A. Garfield”
completely in his hand, 1 page, 9.75” x 7.75” Choice Very Fine.
This letter is boldly penned, being a letter of introduction for “Mr
Enoch Leavitt” and started with, “To Whom it May Concern”. He
was the third of the Leavitts who brought his family to Ohio, and
settled in Leavittsburg. Normal folds, near invisible 1” edge split
at bottom not near any writing, with rich deep text and having a
large near 3.5” long signature........................................ (600-800)
J. Paul Getty & George F. Getty Signed
On One Document Father and Son
Exceedingly Rare Signature Combination
& Possibly Unique
30 J. PAUL GETTY & GEORGE F. GETTY. Check Signed, “J.
Paul Getty” Endorsement, on the back of a Check Signed, “Geo. F.
Getty,” dated August 1, 1917, at Los Angeles, CA, Choice Extremely
Fine. This check is drawn on the Security Trust & Savings Bank
for $250.00 and paid to J. Paul Getty. The perforated cancellation
does not affect either signature. J. Paul Getty’s signature is scarce
and locating both signatures of the father and son, together upon one
single document is an extremely rare opportunity. The consignor
informs us that this check was sold to him nearly a decade ago
by check specialist Ray Anthony. Ray had not seen another in
his decades in this field, having this Father and Son combination
on one document. Indeed, we have not had another bearing both
historic signatures!......................................................... (500-600)
Historic King George III Signed Appointment of William Axtell
The Future New York Loyalist & The Commander of the Nassau Blues Regiment
29 KING GEORGE III (1738-1820). King of Great Britain and
Ireland from 1760 during the French & Indian War through
the American Revolutionary War, until his death in 1820. May
4, 1771-Dated Pre-Revolutionary War, Manuscript Document
Signed, “George R,” as King, two pages, measuring 8” x 12.5”
and is Choice Extremely Fine. In this historic original document,
King George officially Appoints William Axtell as Council of
the Province of New York. Axtell (1720-1795) can be located as
listed in “Biographical Sketches of Wealthy Men of the Colonial
Era in New York.” He gained a sinister reputation during the
Revolutionary War. As a member of the Governor’s Council in
1776, Axtell was Commissioned Colonel and Commander of a
Loyalist Regiment known as the Nassau Blues. That Loyalist unit
was much feared for its exaltations against those who embraced
the Patriot cause. His headquarters was the county seat, “Melrose
Hall,” which allegedly became the scene of tortured rebel prisoners,
whilst still retaining its fame for lavish entertainment, now just
limited to the Loyalist Elite.
This document is nicely Signed at the top left “George R” in brown
ink, and is also Countersigned at the bottom by Lord Hillsborough.
There is a second integral page which bears several dockets and
additional endorsements. Overall this impressive document is very
clean, well written and easily readable, being in choice condition.
There is some trivial expected scattered light tone, light storage
folds, and reinforcement to edges of second page. Document by
King George III which have a direct connection to the American
Colonies and especially the Revolutionary War, are very scarce
and significantly more rare and valuable to collectors. This is a
particularly important example................................ (3,500-4,500)
William Axtell was born in Jamaica, the son of a successful sugar trader
and plantation owner. He was well appreciated for his lavish entertaining,
both at his Broadway mansion and on his country seat, “Melrose Hall” at
Flatbush, Long Island NY. Nicknamed “William the Gay” (when that word
still meant joyful) in his younger years, he gained a decidedly more sinister
reputation during the Revolutionary War. A member of the Governor’s
Council in 1776, he was commissioned Colonel and commander of a Loyalist
regiment known as the Nassau Blues and much feared for its exaltations
against those who embraced the patriot cause. Melrose Hall allegedly
became the scene of tortured rebel prisoners, whilst still retaining its fame
for lavish entertainment, now limited to the Loyalist Elite. No wonder, the
Axtell properties were prominent on the list of estates to be confiscated,
according the New York Act Of Attainder of 1779. William Axtell returned
to England and died at Beaumont Cottage, Surrey, in 1795. Page 12
Excellent Content “U.S. Grant” Signed
Political Autograph Letter
31 ULYSSES S. GRANT. January 24, 1881-Dated, Autograph
Letter Signed, “U.S. Grant,” 3 pages, 7” x 4.5”, NYC, Choice Very
Fine. Shortly after the Grants had moved to Manhattan, he pens
to Messrs. Peterson, Schanning, Herbert and Andrews, regarding
political consideration of the Young Republicans organization, in
part:
“the resolutions adopted by the ‘Young Man’s Central Club’ of
Kings Co. (Brooklyn, NY) on my acceptance of the invitation to
preside at their meeting. Noticing the date - Feby. 9th - reminded
me that it would be impossible to attend. I have been... much
embarrassed by accepting two or more invitations for the same
evening, but none of them have I felt more than this. On the 9th
Mrs. Grant and I have a special engagement which I must keep
especially since heretofore her engagements have had to give way
to enable me to keep mine. Any day during the week except the
7th or 9th I would have had no other engagement.”
Grant hopes that, “the Young Republicans of Kings co. may hear
such words of encouragement as to strengthen their convictions
that their political views are right... until... there is entire freedom
to think and vote as each one likes, with (no) fear of ostricism (sic)
or other harm...”
There is some minor paper repair to the four corners of final, blank
back page where previously mounted, affecting just three words.
Archival, Japanese paper reinforcement to vertical hinge fold and
minor fold splits, otherwise quite nicely written and easily readable,
with a bold, clear ending signature of “U.S. Grant.”..................... ................................................................................. (1,000-1,500)
1872 Political Letter to President U.S. Grant
Signed by James B. McKean Chief Justice of Utah
at Salt Lake City Directly Leading to
the Future Federal & Mormon Conflict
32 (ULYSSES S. GRANT) (1822 – July 23, 1885). 18th President of
the United States (1869–1877), Civil War Union Commanding
General. December 3rd, 1872-Dated, Autograph Letter Signed,
“Jas.(mes) B. McKean, Chief Justice,” Salt Lake City, Utah to,
“His Excellency, U. S. Grant, President.” Choice Very Fine. Here,
James B. McKean has written to President U.S. Grant regarding
the appointment of General George R. Maxwell as United States
Attorney for the Salt Lake area. It is boldly written and Signed
by James B. McKean, measuring 8” x 11” of 2 pages, back to
back, having minor archival repair on two fold lines where letter
was separated, and is in overall very bold, well written and clean
condition. The content is about General Maxwell running for a
Congressional Seat, yet he can’t hold the two important offices
simultaneously. This is an important and historic letter that led
to the subsequent treatment of Utah, the Mormons and their faith
while in conflict with the authority of the Federal government.
Transcribed in full, it reads:
“Salt Lake City, Utah — December 3d, 1872
Mr. President, Sir: — When in Washington last spring, I had the honor
to recommend that Gen. George R. Maxwell be appointed United States
Attorney for this Territory. For satisfactory reasons no change was then
made in the incumbent of that office. Since then reasons have arisen for
recommending that a gentleman not then assured be appointed to that
position. Among those reasons is the fact that General Maxwell has become
a contestant for a seat in Congress as delegate from this Territory. He
cannot lawfully hold two Federal offices at the same time.
I now respectfully recommend that Stephen DeWolfe, Esq. of this city, be
appointed United States Attorney for Utah.
Mr. DeWolfe has resided here for a number of years; he came from the
State of Tennessee; is a Democrat in politics, and did not sympathise
with the government in its efforts to put down the late rebellions. But
he is a good lawyer; is under all circumstances a gentleman; is a man of
integrity and character; is thoroughly acquainted with the situation here;
is thoroughly in sympathy with the government in its desire to correct the
abuses existing here, and, if appointed, he will discharge the duties of the
office with courage, promptness, and prudence. I need not dwell upon,
nor can suggest, the good policy of such an appointment. Respectfully,
Your Ob’t. Serv’t. - Jas. B. McKean, Chief Justice.”
................................................................................. (3,500-4,000)
James Bedell McKean (1821-1879 died Salt Lake City, Utah), was an
American politician from New York and Utah. McKean was elected as a
Republican to the 36th and 37th United States Congresses, and served from
March 4, 1859, to March 3, 1863. He was Chairman of the Committee
on Expenditures in the Department of State. During the American Civil
War, he organized the Seventy-seventh Regiment, New York Volunteers,
in 1861 and served as colonel of the regiment until July 27, 1863, when
he resigned his commission. He was appointed Treaty Commissioner to
Honduras in 1865. In 1867, he ran for Secretary of State of New York on
the Republican ticket, but was defeated. He was appointed Chief Justice
of the Superior Court of the Utah Territory by President Ulysses S. Grant
in 1870 and served until 1875.
General Maxwell joined the 1st Michigan Cavalry, where he became a
General at age 22 and fought in the Michigan Cavalry Brigade serving
under General George Armstrong Custer. He fought in battles at Brandy
Station, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Yellow Tavern and in Virginia.
Wounded eight times on the battlefield over a four-year period, Gen.
Maxwell suffered the loss of one leg among many other injuries. His
courage earned him the Custer Medal, given only to the most deserving
officers of the Michigan Brigade. After the war, General Maxwell was sent
to the Utah Territory as a Federal Marshal with the purpose of bringing
the Mormons into compliance with federal law. He battled the Mormon
Church’s leadership over ownership of land, water and timber. He also
fought their affirmation that God’s law was superior to Federal law. He
was the first to conduct a Federal trial in the Utah Territory, where he
investigated the “Mountain Meadows Massacre” of 1857 in which Mormon
militiamen killed 120 settlers from Arkansas
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1767 “John Hancock” Signed “Faneuil-Hall LOTTERY”
Boston, Massachusetts Historic Winning Lottery Ticket
33 JOHN HANCOCK. April, 1767-Dated Pre-Revolutionary War,
Partially-Printed Document Signed, “John Hancock,” being a
“Faneuil-Hall LOTTERY” Boston, Massachusetts, Winning Lottery
Ttcket, measuring 1.75” x 3.5”, Choice Very Fine. This original
lottery ticket is boldly Signed in rich brown, “John Hancock,”
being a winning “Faneuil-Hall LOTTERY” Boston, Massachusetts,
lottery ticket with the signature of the owner “Jeremiah Allen”
written on the blank reverse as was the typical method of the day,
no amount is noted. John Hancock, was the famous First Signer
of the Declaration of Independence, Acted as the President of the
Continental Congress and the Governor of Massachusetts. This
important “John Hancock” signed lottery ticket, is important because
it is from early in his public career. He signed this Lottery Ticket
in the year after his first election to the Massachusetts General
Court.
This ticket has sharp black printed text, is very well centered with
full margin border designs. It has some light circulation and has
a deft sealed split near at the lower centerfold at the “h” of the
signature and a tiny paper repair that is basically invisible and light
traces of a prior album mounting on the blank reverse right and left
outer edges. Overall, this extremely rare and historic lottery ticket
has a nice even appearance and the large deep brown signature
“John Hancock” is very attractive.
A similar “John Hancock” signed Faneuil Hall lottery ticket has
sold for $23,000 in a New York City auction, in just about the same
condition back in 2007. This is truly an impressive, museum quality
item which is certain to be an important highlight centerpiece for
the owner’s collection.......................................... (12,000-16,000)
Appointment Signed “Benj. Harrison” As President
34 BENJAMIN HARRISON (1833-1901). 23rd President of the
United States, serving one term from 1889 to 1893. June 2,
1890-Dated, Partially-Printed Document Signed, “Benj. Harrison,”
as President, being an Official Appointment, Countersigned by
Secretary of State James G. Blaine, Choice Very Fine. This
original Document is 1 page, measures 19” x 15”, issued at the
“City of Washington”, Appointing Aquilla J. Daugherty of Illinois,
“Consul of the United States of America, at Callao.” The large,
ornate embossed official paper Seal is fully intact in the lower left
corner, with bold brown manuscript portions, deep black text and
nice eye appeal. There are some hidden old tape reinforcements of
some minor fold separations and prior mounting remnants on the
blank reverse, which do not show on the front. A large, impressive
Benjamin Harrison presidential document that will look quite nice
properly framed for display........................................... (600-800)
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Outstanding 1773 Patrick Henry Autograph Signed Letter
35 PATRICK HENRY (1736 - 1799). The First and Sixth Postcolonial and the Revolutionary War era Governor of Virginia from
1776 to 1779, and subsequently served from 1784 to 1786, Member
of the Virginia the House of Burgesses, a prominent American
Patriot figure in the American Revolution, Henry is known and
remembered for his “Give me Liberty, or give me Death!” speech,
and as one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. September
27, 1773-Dated, Autograph Letter Signed, “P.(atrick) Henry,”
one page, folded, measuring 6” x 8” being a full letter with its
original integral address panel en verso, Choice Extremely Fine.
This impressive letter is custom framed, being housed in a modern
wooden frame, together with an earlier lithographic portrait of
Patrick Henry within the display, measuring to 11” x 15.5” overall.
The paper backing of the frame has a typed description of this letter
on the 1920s era stationery of “Stewart Kidd, Cincinnati, Ohio”
and has a pedigree to the collection of the Pape-Newstedt family
of Cincinnati, Ohio and Asheville, North Carolina. The letter
itself is addressed to Captain George Carrington, of Cumberland
(Virginia), the recipient of this letter, who was the Chairman of
the Committee of Safety for Cumberland County, and the letter
reads, in full:
“Sir - I recd. yours relating to Mr. Davies’s affairs. His supersede
as with Ransome stands to the 3rd day the 11th cause; so that there
is no manner of chance to try it on this Co. To give an opinion on
it is needless as it must want the decision of the court on the face
of the papers now filed. Nothing new can be introduced. I sent
you by Mr. Miller some receipts for Clerks tickets. With greatest
regards I am Your most obt servt P. Henry —
P.S. - I now write to Mr. Davies.”
Most surviving authentic Patrick Henry signatures are usually found
on Virginia Land Grants that were signed during his terms as the
Governor of Virginia, or cuts taken from such documents. Any
Autograph Letter Signed or Correspondence entirely in his hand
is vastly more rare and in great demand from autograph collectors.
This fact is born out in the current Sanders Autograph Price guide
which lists a document signed by him at about $2,400 and an ALS
valued in excess of $7,000. (over $18,000. with content). This ALS
is beautifully written and addressed fully in Patrick Henry’s hand
and in boldly written, easily readable with a gorgeous signature.
This Patrick Henry letter has outstanding, superior quality. It is
the single finest example we have had the pleasure to offer in over
a decade, being custom framed and ready for display................... ................................................................................. (4,000-5,000)
Original “Kroll” Signed Caricature
& “Bob Hope” Signature
36 BOB HOPE (born Leslie Townes Hope 1903 - 2003). American
Comedian and Actor who appeared in vaudeville, on Broadway,
and in radio, television and movies. This two item lot includes
an original Handmade Original Artwork Ink Drawn Caricature of
Bob Hope, Signed by famed cartoonist Julius Kroll at the bottom
right. Plus, the caricature is accompanied by a Signed 3” x 5”
Card by Bob Hope written in vivid blue pen, Choice Crisp Near
Mint. The bold black ink caricature is vividly executed on a thin
crisp paper, measuring approximately 8.5” x 6” and would frame
up nicely for display and grades about Extremely Fine.
(2 items)......................................................................... (600-900)
Union General David Hunter
Signed Civil War-Dated Orders
38 DAVID HUNTER, Union Civil War General. Autograph Letter
Signed, “D. Hunter,” Sept. 11, 1861, Chicago, IL, 9.5” x 7.5”,
Choice Very Fine. War date, orders to members of his staff to
report for duty in Chicago, then to accompany him to St. Louis.
Included are Capt. J.W. Turner, Capt. J. Wilson Saffer, Lt. S.W.
Stockton, Lt. E.W. Smith, and Surgeon J.K. Barnes. The letter
was signed as Major General Volunteers...................... (400-600)
David Hunter sanctioned the organization of the first African American
regiment during the Civil War which caused the Confederate government
to label him a felon to be executed if captured. He also presided at the trial
of the Lincoln assassination conspirators. There is a small light brown
stain, however it does not affect the document. Helen Keller Seeks Funds for Her “deaf-blind fellows”
Julius Kroll caricatured for a Berlin newspaper until he left in 1933, wary
of the rising power of Adolph Hitler and the political harm he may have
done with his cartooning. He emigrated to America in 1933 and was quickly
utilized by the Saturday Evening Post, the New York Times and various
other newspapers wanting his unique style of caricature. While he drew
almost every political figure in the World for these publications, his real
fancy was Hollywood. Kroll was very well known among the Hollywood
crowd and was welcomed by many who wanted to be drawn in caricature. Kroll produced thousands of great caricatures including Presidents from
Franklin Roosevelt through Nixon, and others from Malcom X to the
Beatles, and everyone in between.
Francis Hopkinson Signed
Continental Congress Loan Office Bill of Exchange
37 FRANCIS HOPKINSON, Signer of the Declaration of
Independence from Pennsylvania. May 29, 1780, Partially
Printed Document Signed, “F Hopkinson,” as Treasurer of Loans,
being a Continental Loan Office bill of exchange, Anderson US
98-1A, Rarity-2, measuring 4.25” x 8.25,” Choice Extremely Fine.
This colorful orange and black form is denominated for $36 and
payable in 180 Livres Tournois at Paris. This bill of exchange is
for an interest payment on a Royal French Revolutionary War loan
arranged by Benjamin Franklin from the French King, for funding
the Continental Congress. This particular certificate was issued
for Connecticut and countersigned by John Lawrence as the States
Loan-Office Commissioner. Hopkinson’s bold brown signature
measures a huge, nearly 3.0” long. A broadly margined example
with light wear seen only from the verso.................... (800-1,000)
39 HELEN KELLER. August 31, 1953, Typed Letter Signed, “Helen
Keller,” in pencil on watermarked, personal stationery, New York,
one page, measuring 11” x 8.5”, Choice Extremely Fine. Her letter,
addressed to a “Mr. Luhrs”, contains an appeal for funds for the
“American Foundation for the Blind,” in part:
“I am indeed happy to inform you that my deaf-blind fellows
are receiving constructive help for the first time in the history of
America. This work, now nearly nation-wide in scope, is being
carried forward as one of the many services of the American
Foundation for the Blind with which I have been allied for thirty
years...Try to imagine, if you can, the anguish and horror you
would experience bowed down by the twofold weight of blindness
and deafness... Still throbbing with natural emotions and desires,
you would feel through a sense of touch the existence of a living
world, and desperately but vainly would you seek an escape into
its healing light. All your pleasures would vanish in a dreadful
monotony of silent days... The keenest touch cannot break their
immobility. More than any other physically fettered group, they
need right teaching and constructive procedures to reclaim them
to normal society...”
Keller’s signature is carefully written at the bottom of the page,
measuring over 2” long. A heartfelt letter, with excellent content.
The letter is offered together with the original transmittal envelope,
5.75” x 4.5” as well as a 5.5” x 4.25”, 4 page printed brochure
for Keller’s foundation. The lot also includes the self-addressed
stamped envelope, measuring 5.5” x 4.5”, for a donation addressed
to “MISS HELEN KELLER 15 West 16th Street, New York 11,
N.Y.” (4 items)............................................................... (600-800)
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Report Of The Warren Commission Book
Signed “Gerald R. Ford”
40 GERALD R. FORD. Book Signed and Dated “Gerald R. Ford”
on the inside flyleaf of the “Report Of The Warren Commission,
The Assassination Of President Kennedy, The New York Times
Edition”, 726 pages, published in New York by the McGrawHill Book Company, 1964, Extremely Fine. Minus the original
dust jacket. With an introduction by Harrison E. Salisbury and
“additional material prepared by The New York Times exclusively
for this edition”. Representative Gerald Ford was one of the
members appointed to the President’s Commission and entrusted
to determine what really happened in Dallas on that fateful day.
Other members of the Commission, chaired by Chief Justice Earl
Warren, were Senator Richard B. Russell, Senator John Sherman
Cooper, Representative Hale Boggs, Allen Dulles, and John
McCloy. These are their findings................................. (300-500)
Robert Lincoln’s Signature Card
41 ROBERT TODD LINCOLN, Son
of President Lincoln. Signature Card
Signed, “Robert T. Lincoln” in brown ink
on a thick sheet of woven paper, scrawled
date that appears to be February 7, 1922,
2.25” x 3.25”, Choice Near Mint. Robert
was the first-born son of Abraham and
Mary Lincoln, and the only one of their sons who lived to adulthood.
This signature was written in the last four years of Robert’s life,
which accounts for the aging signature. Pencil markings on the
back side by the previous owner of the document; else in mint
condition........................................................................ (200-250)
Extensive Signed Autograph Album
“Charles A. Lindbergh” & Many Others
42 CHARLES A. LINDBERGH & MANY OTHER HISTORIC
DIGNITARIES. Autograph Album, 1920s-40s, 7” x 5”, containing
approximately 30 Signatures, Choice Extremely Fine. Included
are: Charles Lindbergh, Dr. Hugo Eckner, John J. Pershing, Charles
Evans Hughes, King Alfonso XIII of Spain and the Crown Prince,
Prince Henry of the Netherlands (husband of Queen Wilhelmina),
and other royal and well-known figures. Morocco gilt, red silk
lined, extremities worn.
A portion of the autographs were gathered at the International
Conference on Emigration and Immigration held in Havana in 1928.
Beyond those named above, most of those signing are Spanish
or Latin American figures. A complete listing accompanies this
item.......................................................................... (1,500-2,000)
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President “James Madison” Four Language Ship’s Papers
43 JAMES MADISON (1751 - 1836). The principal Author of
the US Constitution, and is often called the “Father of the
Constitution”; American Politician and political philosopher
who served as the Fourth President of the United States
(1809–1817) and is considered one of the Founding Fathers
of the United States. March 15, 1809-Dated, Partially-Printed
Document Signed, “James Madison” as President, being a FourLanguage Ship’s Papers, New York, Framed, Very Fine. This
large document measures 16.25” x 21” and is framed to 19.25”
x 23.5” overall. This Document is made out to the Ship “The
Juno,” Captained by Caleb Bates. It is declared, in four different
languages, to be the property of United States Citizens and carrying,
“Cotton, Rice, and Staves” to Tenerife in the Canary Islands. This
document is also Countersigned by David Gilton, as the Collector of
the Customs at New York. There is some scattered light spotting,
standard folds and has an unusually attractive, bold deep brown
2.5” long Presidential signature, “James Madison.”
This scarce document is surrounded by its full original large margins
on all four sides. Fully intact Four-Language Ship’s Papers are
becoming far more scarce to locate and always in collector demand.
This example is nicely presented, professionally floated in a simple
wooden frame, and is ready for hanging on display...................... ................................................................................. (1,800-2,000)
44 WILLIAM McKINLEY, JR., 25th President of the United
States. May 4, 1897, Partly-printed Document Signed, “William
McKinley” as President, on vellum, Washington, D.C., measuring
19.75” x 15.75”, Very Choice Extremely Fine. Appointing George
Davis Moore, “First Lieutenant of Infantry.” Countersigned
by former Union Brevet Brigadier General Russell A. Alger as
Secretary of War and docketed by George Ruggle as Adjutant
General. Blue War Department seal is intact at lower left. An
excellent and attractive display item.............................. (500-600)
1798 Thomas Mifflin Signed Land Grant
Page Signed “Anna Mary Robertson (Grandma) Moses”
47 ANNA MARY MOSES “GRANDMA MOSES” (1860-1961).
Internationally acclaimed American Folk Artist Painter. Jan
22, 1947-Dated, pale yellow Album Leaf Signed as “Anna Mary
Robertson Moses Eagle Bridge New York,” Very Fine. Darkly
penned in black ink. Two file punch holes at left and measuring
6” x 4.5”, with some light show-through of clear tape repair on
verso of bottom tiny edge tear with no paper loss, .25” top edge
tear with no paper loss and it is attractive for display.... (250-300)
45 THOMAS MIFFLIN. American Revolutionary Officer,
President of the Continental Congress, Major General, and
Member of the Constitutional Convention. July 23, 1798,
Partly-printed Document Signed “Tho Mifflin” as Governor of
Pennsylvania, (Philadelphia), on vellum measuring 11” x 20”,
Choice Extremely Fine. Countersigned by James Trimble as
Deputy Secretary. Granting to Mary Campbell “a certain tract of
land, called ‘Green park’ situate on the waters of little sugar Creek
in Luzerne County...” The large paper and wax seal at upper leaf
is intact and Mifflin has signed boldly just below it—nearly 3”
long. Another paper seal is affixed to the back of the document;
on it, an embossed image portrays Liberty with a sword, staff and
cap standing atop a defeated lion, all of which is surrounded by
the legend: “BOTH CAN’T SURVIVE”. Two small holes from
natural imperfections in the vellum can be found, not affecting
the writing or the overall appearance at all. Lovely, brown-ink
manuscript completes the document, which is attractive and suitable
for display...................................................................... (275-375)
Important Content Napoleon “Bonaparte”
Signed Military Document as
“Bonaparte General in Chief of The Army of Italy”
Civil War-Date Samuel F. B. Morse Autograph Letter
46 SAMUEL F. B. MORSE, American Inventor who Developed
Telegraphy and the “Morse Code”. December 31, 1861-Dated,
seven-line Manuscript Letter Signed, “Saml. F.B. Morse” measures
8” x 5” and addresses the lecture committee of the Mercantile
Library Association, Washington, D.C., Choice Extremely Fine.
Here, Morse is accepting his invitation to an address to be delivered
by the famous Civil War Era politician Edward Everett, boldly
Signed, “Saml. F. B. Morse” on the last day of the 1861, during
the Civil War and is even more historic and valuable, as such...... ................................................................................. (1,500-2,000)
48 NAPOLEON I (1769 - 1821). Emperor of France. March 6,
1797-Dated, Historic Military Content Letter Signed, “Bonaparte”
on watermarked, “Bonaparte General in Chief of The Army of
Italy” letterhead, 2 pages back to back, measuring 10.5” x 9” and
written in French, Fine. This letter of military instructions is written
to Commander Sibille, Naval Commandant in the Adriatic Sea,
sending armed naval forces to Venice. It reads, in small part:
“... Order is given... to leave as soon as receipt of this order with
the frigate La Brune with all the Corsairs, and other battleships that
are at our disposal, which will go to Venice where it is mandatory
that they arrive on the 24th... arrest and bring... all the French
Corsairs armed on behalf of private individuals. You will charge
on a transport vessel one hundred thousand rounds of ammunition,
five thousand gun flints and five hundred guns...that you will
escort to Venice... — (Boldly signed) Bonaparte”. Also, boldly
Docketed on verso.
There is some archival restoration to 5.5” x .5” along the top left
edge; light general toning, being just a bit darker at mailing folds
with scattered light foxing that does not affect the dark brown
text. History relates that on Mar 23rd, the French Army occupied
Trieste, driving out the small Austrian flotilla anchored there. The
Austrians encountered Captain Sibille in the Venetian harbor where
fighting ensued. As it happened a Venetian battleship was in the
harbor and fired broadsides at the French forces, thus driving them
off and providing the Austrians a victory. This is an important
official document signed by Napoleon Bonaparte as the supreme
military Commander, and is in great collector demand and highly
desirable as such...................................................... (2,000-3,000)
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John Nicholson Letter Regarding Accounting Mistakes as
Secretary of the Asylum Company Months Before Prison
Famous Quote
Signed by the Abolitionist “Wendell Phillips”
51 WENDELL PHILLIPS. c. 1861 Civil War Era,. Famous
Manuscript Quote, “PEACE IF POSSIBLE JUSTICE AT ANY
RATE,” Written and Signed “Wendell Phillips,” Fine. This original
signed quote is well written upon an 8” x 5” folded white sheet of
wove period paper with light blue lines. It is nice for display, the
signature measuring a huge 3.75” long.......................... (200-250)
Extraordinary 1929 Banking Crisis Related Document
Signed “Franklin D. Roosevelt” For A Special Investigator
49 (JOHN NICHOLSON). President of “The Pennsylvania
Population Company,” Secretary of the “Assylum Company”
and was the Pennsylvania State Comptroller General, who
controlled 500,000 acres of land and in 1800, Nicholson died in
debtor’s prison. June 18th, 1798-Dated, Manuscript Retained Copy
Letter, Secretarially Signed, “J Nicholson,” regarding accounting
mistakes he made as Secretary of the Asylum Company, Very Fine.
This easily readable financial letter is 8” x 11” nicely written in
brown ink on period laid paper, being written just months before
Nicholson would find himself sent to debtors prison. Some sealed
splitting along some folds, boldly and well written in rich brown
ink. It reads, in full:
“June 18th, 1798 — D[ear] Sir, — From the aggregate of the foregoing
acct. which I take to be right you see how inadequate the sum named between
us was at the time of my transfer of my right in certain assylum shares to
you was*. I have his day credited you in my books with this acct. save the
first 5 items which were formerly entered. I have omitted to make entry of
the last $150 a balance of $300 for the Commonwealth new loan *cause in
the civil suit because you have my note therefor. If I have omitted aught
in the preceding acct. impute it to my want of law knowledge and be so
kind as to suggest it. Some payments were made you ment[ione]d on acct.
of salary as Sec. of the Assylum Co. If you approve we will carry them to
acct. with me. That company are perhaps better security than you friend.
Copy — (Signed) —— J. Nicholson”.
An extraordinary letter by John Nicholson, admitting to significant
financial improprieties as mistakes and hoping to correct the
shortchanged account. The final sentence warns of his lack of
funds and financial problems going forward that ultimately led to
his being sent to prison.................................................. (600-800)
1774-Dated “John Penn” Signed PA. Land-Office Order
50 JOHN PENN. Governor of Pennsylvania, 1763 to 1771 and from
1773 to 1776, Son of William Penn. Partially-Printed Document
dated December 27, 1774, an official Pennsylvania Land-office
order Signed, “John Penn,” Very Fine. This document is an order
to survey 150 acres of land in East Pennsborough Township, for
David Lewis of Chester County. It measures 8” x 9” and is very
well printed with clear, crisp text and bold brown manuscript
portions. There are some expected folds, archival tape repairs on
the blank back, overall quite clean and very presentable. This is
the first example of this rare type, “John Penn” signed form we
have encountered........................................................... (500-600)
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52 FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT (January 30, 1882 - April 12,
1945). 32nd President of the United States in office March
4, 1933 - April 12, 1945 and a central figure in world events
during the mid-20th century. August 2, 1929-Dated, Official
Typed Document Signed, “Franklin D. Roosevelt,” boldly as the
Governor of New York, at Albany, 2 pages, bearing the Official
Gold Seal fully intact, Choice Extremely Fine. Both pages are
mounted to mat board from a prior display and there is a trace
of a paperclip impression in the upper left of the first page. This
impressive document is on Governor of New York, official
letterhead. Here, Franklin Roosevelt orders the appointment of a
Special Investigator of the bank, in part:
“...An Extraordinary Special and Trial Terms of the Supreme Court
to be held at the County Court House in the County of Kings on the
twenty-sixth day of August, 1929... For the purpose of inquiring
into any and all unlawful acts in connection with or arising out of the
management and affairs of the City Trust Company, its predecessor
and allied or related institutions; and in connection with or arising
out of the relation thereto of the State Banking Department, its
officials and employees, and any and all charges of unlawful acts
made by the Commissioner appointed by the Governor under the
provisions of the Executive Law, to investigate into the same; and
I do hereby designate Honorable Arthur S. Tompkins...to hold the
said Extraordinary Special and Trial Term...”
Also Signed by the Governor’s secretary. This important preOctober 1929 Depression Era financial and banking related
document is very reminiscent to modern day investigations of
the “Great Recession” banking crisis! A truly remarkable and
historic document which is beautifully and fully Signed “Franklin
D. Roosevelt”.............................................................. (800-1,200)
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Signed By Two United States Presidents
Current & Future
1717 “Stephen Sewall” Signed Massachusetts Document
53 THEODORE ROOSEVELT & WILLIAM H. TAFT. 26th
President of the United States and 27th President of the
United States, later the 10th Chief Justice of the United States
respectively. March 1, 1908-Dated, Partially-Printed Document
Signed, “Theodore Roosevelt” as President and “Wm H Taft” as
Secretary of War, on vellum, Washington D.C., Extremely Fine.
This highly ornate Presidential Military Appointment measures a
full 19.25” x 15.25” and is superior in quality to most seen. It is
Appointing Lawrence Campbell Ricker as “Second Lieutenant of
Infantry,” the bold deep Blue War Department Paper Seal is still
intact at lower left with only a few edge chips to the outer seal.
This document is quite clean with only minor wrinkling, having
the large signatures of “Theodore Roosevelt” being a massive 5”
long and Taft’s about half that size, both well written and very
clear. This wonderful document would be an excellent candidate
to have framed for display....................................... (1,400-1,800)
General William S. Rosecrans Signed CDV Photograph
54 WILLIAM S. ROSECRANS, Union Civil War Major General.
Carte-de-visite Photograph Signed, “W.S. Rosecrans” at the
lower edge of the image, Choice Very Fine. The autograph name
is somewhat light; otherwise, this CDV is in excellent overall
condition. It has the maker’s stamp of “C.M. Bell of Washington,
D.C.” in gold on the lower front mount and again being larger on
the back. Rosecrans led the Union Army of the Cumberland and
to a victory at Stones River, for which he was given the thanks
of Congress. His defeat at Chickamauga cost him his command.
This is very rare, the Sanders reference book has no price listed
for a signed photograph by Rosecrans........................ (800-1,000)
55 STEPHEN SEWELL. Historic “Salem Witch Trials”
Participant member of the Court, Registrar of Deeds, Essex
County Salem, Massachusetts, and he was Clerk of the special
Court of Oyer and Terminer, which tried the famous Witchcraft
cases of 1692. April 2, 1717-Dated, Manuscript Document
Signed, “Stephen Sewell” as Registrar and “Joseph Woodbridge”
and Justice of the Peace, Very Good. Here, Stephen Sewall has
signed as registrar for a legal transaction between Joseph Harvey
and Thomas Challis, both of Amesbury, Massachusetts. This
document is also signed at bottom by Joseph Harvey, Dorothy
Harvey, Henry Somersby, Orlando Bagly, Jr.. It is Signed on back
by Joseph Woodbridge and Stephen Sewall, a scarce signature from
a member of the court of the Salem Witch Trials. This historic
document measures 14” x 8” with folds, minor fold intersection
paper wear loss with expected tone at the folds, and overall very
good condition. A rare signature from an important figure in
one of the darkest incidents, to this day being infamous, in early
American history...................................................... (2,000-2,500)
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Sensational Augustus Saint-Gaudens Autographed Letter Signed with His Design
for the Creation of His Memorial to Civil War Colonel Robert Gould Shaw and the
Heroic Massachusetts Fifty-Fourth Regiment of Black Soldiers
56 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS (March 1, 1848 - August 3, 1907). Historic and Famous “American Renaissance” Sculptor of major
critical success in the design of monuments commemorating heroes of the American Civil War, many of which still stand, including his most
famous works such as the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial on Boston Common, located directly across from the steps of the Massachusetts
State House on Beacon Hill. September 9, 1889-Dated, Autographed Letter Signed, “Augustus St. Gaudens,” 2 pages, folded sheet, measuring 8”
x 5” and regarding the creation of his memorial to Civil War Colonel Robert Gould Shaw and the heroic Massachusetts Fifty-Fourth Regiment of
Black soldiers, Choice Very Fine. This original two page handwritten letter is dated Sept. 9, 1889 from Saint Gaudens, to Mr. (Edward) Atkinson,
with his early drawing of the monument dimensions on the top portion of page one (about 14 ft. across - about 12 ft. high). This original letter is
boldly written in flowing rich fountain pen ink, on period paper, having a mailing fold, with a vivid hand drawn sketch of the proposed monument
design and size at the upper portion of the page, just below the name of the recipient. It reads, in full:
“Dear Mr. Atkinson — Above are rough dimensions of the Shaw. I’ve just returned from Europe and will be at the work again in a day or two.
The sketches for two of the Negroes are finished & that means they are virtually done in the larger. The horse as you know of is about finished
— and the Shaw I’m keeping to devote a month or so to when all is done. — Yours Truly, - Augustus St. Gaudens - 148 West 36th Street - Sept.
9/89”.
Edward Atkinson (1827-1905) was a founder of the Anti-Imperialist League and Treasurer for the Shaw Monument Committee, which was founded in 1865 by
Massachusetts Governor Samuel G. Howe, plus former Governor Andrew, Senator Charles Sumner, Henry Lee and other notables. I this role Atkinson raised and
invested funds, corresponding regularly with Saint-Gaudens. His papers are still held today at the Massachusetts Historical Society. Atkinson, was also President
of the Boston Insurance Company, was a well respected Bostonian, a “Free-Soil” supporter, and one of the foremost economists in support of free trade and the use
of the Gold Standard.
Sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens and the creation of his memorial monument to Civil War Colonel Robert Gould Shaw and the heroic Massachusetts Fifty-Fourth
Regiment of Black Soldiers is considered to be one of his finest achievements and a masterpiece of American Renaissance Sculpture. It is one of the most popular
historic sites in Boston, both for its Civil War Heroism and remarkable importance in American Black History, being located on the Boston Common across from
the Massachusetts State House.
Robert Gould Shaw (1837 - July 18, 1863) was the Union Colonel in command of the all-Black Massachusetts 54th Regiment, which entered the American Civil
War in 1863. He was killed in a failed attempt to capture the Confederate Fort Wagner, near Charleston, South Carolina at age 25. He is the principal subject of
the 1989 film “Glory” with Shaw portrayed by Matthew Broderick.
The 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment was a Union infantry regiment that saw extensive service in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
This regiment was one of the first official Black units in the United States during the Civil War. The regiment was disbanded after the Civil War, but retains a
strong legacy. A monument, constructed 1884–1898 by Augustus Saint-Gaudens on the Boston Common, is part of the Boston Black Heritage Trail.
A famous composition by Charles Ives, “Col. Shaw and his Colored Regiment”, the opening movement of Three Places in New England, is based both on the
monument and the regiment. Colonel Shaw and his men also feature prominently in Robert Lowell’s Civil War Centennial poem “For the Union Dead” (1964);
Lowell invokes the realism of the Saint-Gaudens monument in this stanza:
“Two months after marching through Boston,
half the regiment was dead;
at the dedication,
William James could almost hear the bronze Negroes breathe.
Later he unflinchingly looks at Shaw’s and his men’s death in the powerful stanza:
Shaw’s father wanted no monument
except the ditch,
where his son’s body was thrown
2. This Augustus Saint-Gaudens Autographed Letter is Also Accompanied by an original, 98 page, Dedication Book for this Monument to Robert Gould Shaw,
Printed by Riverside Press 1897, 10” x 8”, containing the various speeches and dedications etc., Very Fine.
3. Also accompanied by an original printing of the June 5, 1897-Dated Issue of “The Critic” (a weekly review journal. Some original articles. Published in New
York). This edition includes a nearly 1/2 page report and review, under “The Fine Arts” section, on the New Memorial to Robert Shaw and the 54th Colored
Regiment, designed by Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Other topics of interest as well, some illustrations, 16 pages in all. The Newsstand issue had outside cover which
is missing from this issue being taken from bound volume. A clean and easily readable period report, issued at the time of the monument’s original unveiling.
This remarkable, original letter by St. Gaudens is no standard letter. It specifically mentions major design features of what is considered by many
to be his most famous major work. The use of his hand drawn detail sketch makes this item even more important and desirable. The connection to
this famous Civil War monument to Colonel Robert Gould Shaw and the Heroic Massachusetts Fifty-Fourth Regiment of Black Soldiers remains
one of the most cherished in American Black History as a source of pride and its role in becoming a key turning point in the Black experience in
this country. We place what we believe to be a modest estimate on this unique piece of American history.
(3 items)..................................................................................................................................................................................................(4,000-6,000)
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Colonial Commander-in-Chief
of British North American Forces
Just in Time For Christmas !
59 WILLIAM SHIRLEY, Governor of The Bahamas and Colonial
Governor of Massachusetts. Partially Printed Document Signed,
“W Shirley” on verso, November 22, 1740, County of Suffolk,
6.75” x 8.25”, Choice Very Fine. Being a warrant to “Attach the
Goods or Estate of John Sheppard... and for want thereof to take
the Body of the said John Sheppard..” and to bring him to the
Inferiour Court of Common Pleas at Boston. Shirley practiced
law in England for eleven years before migrating to Boston in
1731. He was the king’s advocate general in 1734 and governor
of Massachusetts in 1741. Pinhole-like separations along folds
do not affect Shirley’s dark signature............................ (500-600)
America’s Bandleader “John Philip Sousa” Signed Image
57 CHARLES M. SCHULZ (1922-2000). Famous American
Cartoonist, Illustrator and Artist for the “Peanuts comic strip,
with Snoopy & Charlie Brown”. This is an original, highly colorful
and beautifully illustrated record album cover for the 1977 United
Feature release from the Peanuts television special “A Charlie Brown
Christmas,” Extremely Fine. It also contains a color illustrated, 12
page “Read-Along Book” within. It is boldly Signed “Charles M.
Schulz” in black felt tip on the front cover. There is some trivial
edge wear at corner tips and small minor scuffing; overall in very
nice condition. Recording not present. A fabulous, exciting item
that would be a perfect gift for any “Peanuts, Snoopy & Charlie
Brown” fan, or would be fan, this Christmas............. (800-1,000)
Confederate General “Joseph Shelby” Signed Check
58 JOSEPH SHELBY, Confederate General. Check Signed, “Jos.
Shelby” on a check drawn on The Farmer’s Bank of Missouri,”
October 12, 1860 (just days before the beginning of the Civil War),
Lexington, MO, 3.25” x 7.5,” Choice Extremely Fine. Minor
folds and some small marginal tears at the left bottom obverse.
Shelby’s signature remains bold, clear, and problem-free. Written
to William Spratt in the amount of $1532.34, a rather substantial
sum at the time. Curiously, a pen cancellation in the center of the
obverse reads, in part: “Protested for nonpayment October 15,
1861.” Several endorsements appear on the reverse. Could it be
that this Confederate General wrote a rubber check!? This is an
extremely rare format for this historic signer................ (600-800)
60 JOHN PHILIP SOUSA, American Bandmaster and Composer.
Color Image Inscribed and Signed, “John Philip Sousa” in a lighter
upper left area of this image of Sousa in his full bandleader uniform,
October 1926, no place, 10.25” x 7”, Very Fine. This colorful image
appears to have been taken from the front of a Sousa songbook. It
is mounted to an album page and nicely trimmed just to the edge
of the image. The signature is somewhat light and remains clearly
legible.......................................................................... (800-1,000)
John Philip Sousa composed over 140 military marches. His “Stars and
Stripes Forever” remains one of the most loved and readily-recognized
pieces played by bands today.
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Nathaniel Tracy
Original Revolutionary War Letter
Supplied America’s First Privateer Ship
& Revolution Financier
61 WILLIAM H. TAFT, 27th President of the United States.
June 24, 1911, Partly-printed Document Signed, “Wm H Taft”
as President, on vellum, Washington, D.C., measuring 19.25” x
15.25”, Very Choice Fine. Appointing George D. Moore, “Major
of Infantry”. Countersigned by Robert Shaw Oliver as Acting
Secretary of War and docketed by Fred C. Ainsworth as Adjutant
General. Blue War Department seal is intact at lower left. A
gorgeous, highly ornate document................................. (400-600)
Rare 1849 Zachary Taylor
Signed Presidential Appointment
63 Nathaniel Tracy (1751-1796). Financier of the American
Revolution, one of the wealthiest Merchants in Newburyport at
the start of the Revolution, his father built a house for him on
State Street now the Public Library, supplied the First Privateer
Ship of the Revolutionary War, sent large sums to equip Ships as
American Privateers and Letters-of-Marque for the Revolution.
President George Washington was entertained by the Tracy
Family, and stayed at the house in 1789, lighting off rockets and
fireworks in his honor. Nov. 7, 1778-Dated Revolutionary War
Period, Autograph Letter Signed, “Nat.(haniel) Tracy,” written
from Newburyport Massachusetts, mentioning the historic Privateer
Brig “Vengeance,” Choice Fine. This original Letter is address to
Mr. White is 1 page, measures 9.5” x 7.75” having some toning,
original folds, and tipped at its left edge onto an old collector album
sheet. An important historical figure, added just below the date
at top, and above the letter’s text, is a prior biographical research
note written in very light pencil regarding Tracy, that can be easily
erased if desired. This letter reads, in full:
“Dear Mr. White — When I arrived at Marblehead I found that neither Col.
Lee or Bro. Jas were disposed to engage in the Adventure you mentioned.
They did not purchase the Ship of Capt. Irweld, finding her upon more
strict examination not to be worth the Money ask’d for her - I have since
heard they purchased a Ship at Salem, that Capt. Hinckley is to go the
the West Indies in her - I hear the Embargo is to be continued, which am
much afraid will interrupt the Plans of your Business at the Southward.
I’m positive I shall be a — - Nothing new in this Quarter, but what the
Boston News Papers will tell you - No privates - either .... excepting the
Harriot Packet, captured by the Vengeance, Capt Newman - many vessels
are setting out here for the Southward, but I suppose they will not now ‘till
they can make a certainty of procuring Liberty to load Produce - I am with
Sincerity your Friend & Humble Serv. — (Signed) Nat Tracy”.
62 ZACHARY TAYLOR (1784 - 1850). 12th President of the
United States and an American military leader, thought to
have died of gastroenteritis just 16 months into his term, the
third shortest tenure of any President. April 16, 1849-Dated,
Partially-Printed Document Signed, “Z. Taylor” as President, 1
page, 15” x 10”, at Washington, DC., Choice Very Fine. Also
Signed by William Meredith as Secretary of the Treasury. This
original Presidential Document is Appointing Philip Greely Sr. as
Collector of the Customs for the District of Boston and Charlestown,
in the State of Massachusetts.
The full wax and paper Seal is Intact at the lower left, slightly
trimmed along top edge with some foxing along edges, prior mount
traces at top of blank verso (which will not be seen), two light
vertical centerfolds with minor edge separations reinforced with
archival tape on blank verso, having no paper loss. This document
is boldly printed in deep, rich black on heavy wove period paper.
It bears a remarkably strong, vivid brown signature “Z. Taylor”
measuring about 2” long. Overall, this is a very rare form that is
always in collector demand. This example being extremely bold
in its eye appeal and would be excellent for framing and display.
................................................................................. (3,500-4,000)
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For far more and extensive information regarding Tracy View: http://www.
gravematter.com/nathanieltracy.asp
The capture of the Packet by the Vengeance is documented the website,
“American War of Independence - At Sea.” The 350 to 400-ton, Massachusetts Privateer Brig Vengeance (Commander Wingate Newman)
was a twenty-gun brig, manned by one hundred men. Her bond indicates
she carried a crew of 120 men and is dated 17, June 1778. Another source
indicates she was armed with twenty 6-pounders. Vengeance was owned
and operated out of Newburyport, Massachusetts by Nathaniel Tracy,
John Tracy, Thomas Thomas, and John Coffin Jones. Newman was an
experienced Privateer commander, having been out in the Massachusetts
Privateer Brigantine Hancock in September 1776. Aboard the Vengeance
as Surgeon was Samuel Nye, who kept a journal of the cruise. On 17
September, at 49° N, 20° W, she fell in with HM Packet Ship Harriot (or
Harriet, Captain Samson Sprague [Sparge]). Harriot was bound from
Falmouth, England to New York, having sailed about 2 September 14 or
7 September. She was armed with sixteen 3-pounders and had a crew of
forty-five men.
Signed Letters by Harry Truman and His Wife, Bess
64 HARRY S TRUMAN & BESS TRUMAN.
1. February 8, 1955, Typed Letter Signed, Harry Truman”, in black
ink on personal letterhead, Kansas City, MO, 10.5” x 7.25”, Choice
Very Fine.
2. An Autograph Letter Signed by Bess Truman in black ink, no
date, on “The White House” letterhead, 7” x 4.5”.
3. Accompanied by a small White House envelope addressed in
Bess Truman’s hand. Truman mentions Jim Boland and Edward
McKim, and regrets being unable to meet with them.
Items have minor wear. (3 items)................................. (400-500)
American Painter John Trumbull
Autograph Letter Signed
Richarid Varick
and Bank of the United States 6% Interest
66 RICHARD VARICK (1753 - 1831). Mayor of New York City
from 1789 to 1801, Speaker and Member of the New York
State Assembly, American Lawyer and Politician, 1775 Captain
of the 1st New York Regiment, Private Secretary to General
George Washington. November 30th, 1820-Dated, Manuscript
Document Signed, “Rich(arid) Varick” being a witness of the
receipt for 6% Interest on his Stock in The Bank of the United
States, Very Fine. It is written on a 7” x 5” period laid paper in
bold brown ink and easy to read, having a clear strong signature.
It is receipt of funds from James Roosevelt for one quarter interest
from the last quarter ended in October in the amount of $62.20.
Below is a second receipt of James Roosevelt for receipt of funds
for City & State taxes on three lots on North Street between North
and Stanton, signed by John Palmer. An interesting Interest and
Stock related item involving this historic personality and The Bank
of the United States........................................................ (300-400)
Revolutionary War President
of the “Provisional Congress”
65 JOHN TRUMBULL, American Painter; Known As “The
Painter of the Revolution”. Autograph Letter Signed, “Jno.
Trumbull” on fine, laid, watermarked paper, 2 pages plus integral
envelope in his hand, September 5, 1800, 9.25” x 7.25,” Very Fine.
In this letter to Samuel W. Hopkins of New York, Trumbull itemizes
some legal tomes and discusses the importance of various legal
authors and their works. He also notes that “It is said and generally
believed that hostilities are about to recommence in Germany
and Italy.” He signs boldly at the end of the letter. Trumbull’s
signatures are desirable enough, but an Autograph Letter Signed
is very scarce............................................................ (1,000-1,500)
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67 JAMES WARREN, Revolutionary
War President of the “Provisional
Congress”, Paymaster General, where
he worked with George Washington
in Cambridge, then as a member of
the Continental Navy Board. Title
Page Signed, “Jas. Warren” in brown
ink along the the upper right corner of
“An Universal History From the Earliest
Account of Time,” Vol. IV, c. 1747,
London, single sheet, 8” x 5”, Fine. The
signature is boldly written in brown ink,
2” long with a flourish beneath, and toning
along the margin of the page. Obviously
from Warren’s library, this title page
is printed on fine-laid paper, with a
circular woodcut of a tower on a hill—the rest of the publication
is missing....................................................................... (250-300)
Impressive Typed Letter Signed “Booker T. Washington”
68 BOOKER T. WASHINGTON (1856 - 1915). Historic Black
American Educator, Author, Orator, Political, Civil Rights and
Leader. He was the dominant figure in the African American
community in the United States from 1890 to 1915. The first
leader of the new Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. October
1, 1913-Dated, Typed Letter Signed, “Booker T. Washington,”
as Principal, on his personalized red text, embossed stationary,
Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, Choice Extremely Fine. This original
letter was typed in blue text and boldly Signed in black ink by
“Booker T. Washington.” It measures 5.75” x 6.75” on a folded
sheet, and remains in excellent condition for display. This is a
letter addressed to “Editor, The Post, Boston, Mass.” and is about
the transmittal an enclosed advance copy of a report issued by his
Board of Trustees which, “may be of interest to your readers”.
Booker T. Washington’s signature is very vivid, measures a huge
3” long, and quite outstanding in its eye appeal............ (350-400)
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Artist Benjamin West’s Personal Visiting Card
Colonial America
Rare 1747 Virginia Currency Bond Contract For Tobacco
69 BENJAMIN WEST, American Painter Expatriated from
America to England, British Portrait Painter, Founder and
President of the Royal Academy. Superb quality Visiting Card
Signed, “Mr. West - 14 Newman Street,” no date or place, 1.5” x
3,” Choice Crisp Near Mint. It is written upon an attractive, clean
crisp card stock that has a trace of prior mounting on its blank
reverse. The bold brown signature and text is superb... (400-600)
1794 Congressional Broadside Military Act
Approved By President George Washington
70 JAMES WILKINSON. Brigadier General on the Ohio frontier,
Revolutionary War military veteran. March 3, 1795-Dated,
Printed Approved Congressional Broadside Act, Regulating the
Military Establishment, Signed in Print “G(eorge) Washington,”
as President, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, annotated and Twice
Signed in Ink by “James Wilkinson,” Very Fine. This scarce Act
measures about 13” x 7.75” and is fully entitled, “Third Congress of
the United States: at the Second Session - An ACT for continuing
and regulating the military establishment of the United States, and
for repealing sundry acts heretofore passed on that subject.”
This original 1794 Congressional Act contains fifteen important
sections regarding the artillery, military ranks, the cavalry, officers,
soldier pay (ie: “a major general, one hundred and sixty-six
dollars... Privates, four dollars”), rations, disability payments for the
wounded, the soldier’s “oath or affirmation”, presidential powers
(ie: “It shall be lawful for the President of the United States to arm
the troops aforesaid... as he shall think proper”), and punishments
for civilians who aid deserters. This historic Broadside concludes
with the printed names of “Go: Washington, President of the United
States,” “Frederick Augustus Muhlenberg, Speaker of the House of
Representatives”; and “Henry Tazewell, President of the Senate,
Pro Tempore.”
Serving as a recently promoted Brigadier General on the Ohio
frontier, Revolutionary War veteran James Wilkinson annotates
(with two signatures), section twelve of this copy of the Act,
which provides forage amounts for members of the military. His
annotation reads, “This section in my construction of it gives six
Dollars forage money to Regt. Q(uarter) Msr., but does not provide
for those belonging to Battallions. Ja. Wilkinson B(rigadier)
G(eneral): The same section provides the same sum to the pay:
masters. Ja Wilkinson B. G.” Wilkinson was twice forced to resign
during the Revolutionary War (firstly for charges of opposition to
General Washington and secondly for charges of corruption).
Wilkinson was also later accused of involvement in other
conspiracies, including Aaron Burr’s conspiracy to set up a new
nation in the West. Expected light tone with some separation along
the folds. The first example of this very rare official Act we have
offered. Ex: Papers of General Henry Burbeck...... (1,800-2,400)
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71 April 30, 1747-Dated Colonial Era, Manuscript Document
Signed “George Harrison,” a Bond for Virginia Currency
and 800 Pounds of Tobacco, Fairfax County, Virginia, Very
Good or better. This original early Colonial era document is
dated 1747 at Fairfax, Virginia. Here, George Harrison has signed
this manuscript Bond to Virkinder Wade for currency and 800
pounds of tobacco. It is signed at lower right “George Harrison”
and by “Thomas Marshall” and “S. Brown” at lower left as official
witness. This document measures 8” x 8” and is on period laid
paper, partially splits at the fold edges, having some very minor
loss of some text. It is for £32 14 “shillings in money current of
Virginia and Eight hundred pound of Tobaca”. An interesting,
scarce Colonial fiscal document revolving around the commodity
Tobacco and mentioning the remarkably scarce earliest issues of
the Colonial Paper Money of Virginia........................... (300-400)
1756 Colonial Massachusetts Pay Your Taxes or Be Jailed!
72 May 19, 1756-Dated, Manuscript Document Signed, Daniel
Lincoln, Epes Lincoln and Joseph Thaxter as “Assessors of the
Town of Hingham,” (Massachusetts), Fine. This original, one
page, 6” x 8” Document is dated 1756, to the Constables of the
town of Hingham, Massachusetts, where certain of the Freeholders
have not paid their taxes for the year 1755. A number of persons
are named for inquiry within the body of this order. If no reasons
have been found for the nonpayment; therefore they are to be
hauled off to jail, without bail, until such time as their taxes are
paid. This is boldly written and easily readable on period laid
“GR with Crown watermarked paper. Signed by Daniel Lincoln,
Epes Lincoln and Joseph Thaxter as the town Assessors at the
conclusion of this order. This Document has expected light folds,
some central stains, tone and ink smudge, and is in overall very
good readable condition. An excellent, historic document of the
Colonial period regarding the extremely serious issue of paying
ones Taxes...................................................................... (400-600)
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Remarkable Colonial Era Signed Petition to
“Lieutenant Governor and Commander-in-Chief”
William Bull of South Carolina
73 c. 1770, Province of South Carolina, Massive Manuscript
Document Signed by Eleven Persons, being a “Petition to Gov
Bull regarding Bad Magistrates,” Choice Very Fine. c. 1770
(not dated). District Nintysix, Province of South Carolina, Fine.
Manuscript Document signed by eleven petitioners, 22.25” tall x
11.75” wide, comprised of two sheets of period laid paper that have
been joined together. This long and detailed Petition is protesting
the lawlessness and corruption of local officials.
“... there are many Persons in the Commission of the Peace for
this district who are not only weak, illiterate, and Tyranical,
but Notoriously destitute of Common Honesty, the Lamentable
Oppression of the People Occasioned by the Establishment of a
Petty Tyrant in almost Every Little Neighborhood...”
This impressive, large size document reads, in full and headed:
“To the Honourable William Bull Esquire Lieutenant Governor
and Commander in Chief of his Majesties Province of South
Carolina
The Petition of Sundray Majestrates of the District of Ninety six
in the said Province. — Humbly sheweth to your Honour, that
apprehending it to be Our duty to Promote (as far as our Power and
Influence will Extend) the Interest and Reputation of the Province
in General who of this district in Particular in which your Honour
hath been Pleased to bestow on us the Respectable character of
Majestrates; and to Give your Honour Every Information in Our
Power with Regard to the Situation, Interest, Policy, and manners
of this extensive part of the back Country, to the end that in the
disposition of the Several Civil and Military Offices - in the
appointment of your Honour as the Representative of our Gracious
Sovereign; your Honour may not be Imposed upon by false and
Partial recommendations; Being fully Convinced that your Honour
hath no other View in the Exercise of your discritionary authority
of Appointing to the Provincial Offices, but the good of the People.
We Humbly beg leave to lay before your Honour a Grievance that
for Several years past hath heavily oppress’d us and hath of late
Arisen to such a height that we Can no Longer be Silent under it,
- it is almost unnecessary (from the Notoriety of the truth) to Inform
your Honour that there are many Persons in the Commission of the
Peace for this district who are not only weak, illiterate, and Tyranical,
but Notoriously destitute of Common Honesty, the Lamentable
Oppression of the People Occasioned by the Establishment of a
Petty Tyrant in almost Every Little Neighborhood whose Process
(under the Jurisdiction, Given by the Act for trying Small and
mean Causes) are Perpetually Issuing and Harrassing the people
on frivolous and trifling Disputes, Can Hardly be Described;
Judgments are frequently given by one Majistrate and Reversed
by another two or three times alternately, the Laws are Violated
in Numberless Instances the People Plundered, and Extortion not
only Encouraged but Justifyed, to increase the Perquisites of the
majistrate and two or three of his dependant Constables, these fatal
Effects may it Please your Honour of Ignorance and Wickedness
are more deplorable, as no Judgment of any Majistrate is Subject
to the Review or Controul of any Superior Jurisdiction, and unless
your Honour will be pleased to Interpose your authority to the
Exclusion of all disqualified Persons from the Commission of the
Peace, the People are Intirely without Redress, We therefore Pray
your Honour to take this Subject into your Consideration and if we
may be Pardoned the Presumption of proposing a method to your
Honours attention we would wish that Every Majistrate in the district
should be deprived of his Authority and a New Commission made
out with only such persons Included as shall be Recommended by
the Judges on Circuit after having Received your Honours Injunction
to make due Inquiry into their Character for ability and Integrity,
this Method we Apprehend will silence the Complaints and Restore
the Happiness of the people, and Continue to your Honour the
Reverence and Esteem in which they’ve ever held your Person and
administration, we forbear to mention those by name who are a
Disgrace to the office of Majistrate, from the ungratefull as well as
troublesome task of making and Supporting Accusations in Publick
against Persons some of whom thru Ignorance as well as others
from dishonesty are equally the destroyers of the Publick welfare,
the moderate Censure of Leaving them Out of the Commission
we Humbly Conceive to be the most Prudent, as well as the most
Effectual Punishment - In assurance of your Honours Attention
to our Just Complaints and of your Inclination to Remove them.
Your Petitioners as in duty bound will Ever Pray. — (Signed)
Champney Terry, W. Anderson, W llcan(?), Wm. Calhoun, Tho.
Tletehall, Pat. Calhoun, John Fairchild, Jo. Caldwell, LeRoy
Hammond and Benj. Tutt”
This document is truly historic and exceedingly rare. This original
South Carolina petition to Royal Governor William Bull is the
very first of such that we have encountered and the first we have
offered in over thirty years. It is of museum quality and content,
with an attractive, well written and bold appearance. A short
docket on the blank reverse reads: “Petition to Gov Bull regarding
Bad Magistrates.” It is rather remarkable that a historic document
of this caliber in not already sequestered within a collection and
has become available for your opportunity to bid upon it at this
time.......................................................................... (4,000-5,000)
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1765-1769 Fitch Poole & Richard Clarke Boston Invoice Document
For “Swivel Guns” and 12 Sets of “Fire Arms”
Poole and Clarke Were Consignees of the “The Boston Tea Party” Tea Which Was Thrown Into Boston Harbor !
74 October 1765 through June 8, 1769 French & Indian War Dated, Manuscript Document Titled, “Mr. Thomas Boylston, his Acct. with
Pool & Clarke,” Choice Very Fine. This original 8” x 13” Document, has a final date of 1769, where the firm of Fitch Poole and Richard Clarke
has sold Thomas Boylston one pair of Swivel Guns and 12 sets of Fire Arms, but has agreed to make payment in molasses. Document is boldly
written on very clean, fine quality laid period paper with a “G R” and Crown watermark, some light folds and is in overall very fine condition.
Richard Clarke of the firm Poole and Clarke, was a Boston Merchant and Loyalist who became one of the most prominent merchants in Boston.
His firm at the time of the American Revolution including his two sons, Jonathan and Isaac, under the name of Richard Clarke & Sons. Jonathan
was in London in 1773 and Richard Clarke & Sons were named as factors for the Honorable East India Company and were among the consignees
of the Tea which was thrown into Boston Harbor in December of that year, in the Boston Tea Party.
Also as prominent Boston Merchants, the Boylstons inevitably joined in the growing dispute over Parliamentary regulation and taxation of
American commerce and goods. Both John Boylston and Thomas Boylston supported the Crown in the dispute and, as a result, left Boston for
England following the outbreak of hostilities. Both reestablished their trading houses, in England..........................................................(600-900)
1767 Sale Document For Ship’s Masts Made In New York
75 October 7, 1767-Dated, Manuscript Document Signed, being
“Articles of Agreement” between several parties, relating to
the Purchase of several Ship’s Masts, Choice Very Fine. This
original manuscript document is 8” x 14” two pages, back to back,
being a joint venture partnership and performance bond, with several
prominent merchants. It is Signed on the reverse side by Martin
Gerriste Van Bergen, James Abeel, Stephen Crossfield, Joseph
Totten, George Bowes and Francis Gons (Jones). It is boldly
and very well written on fine quality laid with a large Brtish Seal
watermarked period paper, having some expected folds, has its
full original official seals at the lower right next to the signatures
and is in overall choice condition for display................ (350-450)
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“Contemptible” Joshua Loring, Jr. Boston British Loyalist
76 JOSHUA LORING, JUNIOR. Boston Tory “British Loyalist”
and was described as a “contemptible” character, who would be
placed in charge of American Revolutionary Patriot PrisonerOf-War who starved them for his own profit. February 3, 1772.
Autograph Letter Signed.”Jos(uah) Loring Jun.”, 1 Page with
Integral Address Leaf, measuring 8” x 6.5”, Choice Very Fine.
This original letter, measuring 8” x 6.5”, is written to John Swift,
Esq. Loring states, in part:
“Dear Sir… After we parted yesterday I saw Mr. Smith, and as I thought
it best to have in my power to say I did not leave the Port without giving
charge of the office to a proper person. I conversed with him upon the
subject, I gave him a line or two which I think will answer the end, and
at the same time told him he was not to do the least thing but by your
direction, and your approbation of him in this will as every other of him
proceedings was the greatest reward he could give me for any services I
may have done him, I hope he will be moderate if not, take it away from
him & make use of any name you please…”
A very rare Revolutionary War autograph of one of the most
despicable, ruthless and hated Tory loyalists in both Boston and
New York. The first we have offered........................... (600-800)
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Two Rare Early Books
on the Indian Wars In New England
“The Character of King Charles II”
& “Cause of the Indian War”
79 December 1763, THE GENTLEMAN’S MAGAZINE, London,
England, Fine. 8” x 5,” 2-column layout, pp. 569-646, including
a “Supplement” with indexes for the year 1763. By Sylvanus
Urban, “Printed by D. Henry at St. John’s Gate.” Disbound,
missing back page and lacking map. A wonderful assortment of
woodcuts throughout this issue, plus a wide variety of articles,
letters, and advice, including a piece on the “Cause of the Indian
War,” observations on the “diseases of the army,” a historical
chronicle on news of the day, a list of births, etc., new materials
for paper making, instructions for brewing brown stout, remarks
on the court intrigues of King Charles II, and a translation of “part
of a celebrated Epic poem, called the Messiah, written in German,
by M. Klopstock.”.......................................................... (175-225)
1783, “The Christian: A Poem in Four Books”
77 1775 & 1801-Dated, 1st & 2nd Editions, Two Books entitled,
“Narrative of the Indian Wars in New England,” by William
Hubbard, both Very Good. This original pair of very rare
books has the full title: “A Narrative of the Indian Wars in New
England, From the first Planting thereof in the Year 1607 to the
Year 1677.”
1. 1775-Dated, First Edition, leather over wood covers, with gilt border
decoration and gilt page edges, 288 pages, 6.5” x 4”, published by John
Boyle, Boston. The front cover detached, covers and spine covering worn
with pieces detached or missing here and there. Corners are still square,
though bumped and worn with the front flyleaf detached yet present. The
title page and the rest of the book are still bound tightly. This book is
complete and the text block is in great shape, aside from minor foxing,
mostly along the margins of the pages. The pages are toned appropriately
for its age, and no significant tears have been seen. A few pages seem
stuck together and can be carefully separated. Inside the front cover there
is an old, round, black leather attachment, with a post horn inside a circle,
all of which is gilt; perhaps a previous owner’s bookplate. This is one of
the earliest printed books on the subject of American Indian Wars in New
England. A very rare and important book which should be professionally
rebound.
2. The 2nd edition of the same book, 1801-Dated, “Printed at Worcester
(Massachusetts) by Daniel Greenleaf, for Joseph Wilder”, 410 pages, 6.5”
x 4”, half leather over marbled boards. The covers, spine and text block are
complete, the front flyleaf is missing. The covers are worn and discolored
in places, otherwise intact and in good shape. There is a 1/4” crack at the
top of the spine. The back cover is slightly deformed from something heavy
on top of it. The inside papers of both covers are somewhat rippled, the
pages are toned with scattered foxing throughout. There are no significant
tears or holes which have been noticed and the binding is still tight.
(2 books).................................................................. (1,500-2,000)
The title page says the author is Minister of Ipswich.
80 1783, “The Christian: A Poem in Four Books,” by Joseph
Crukshank, Philadelphia, PA, Very Fine. A small book
printed in softbound, original marbled wrappers, first American
edition, measuring 6.25” x 4”, 111 pages, which is bound with
“Miscellaneous Poems” at the end. There is a signature of a
previous owner on the free front endpaper, and there is wear to the
edges and outsides of the wrappers, which are faded and soiled.
The backstrip has separated, and there is foxing and dampstaining
to the pages, but the text is firmly printed and legible. Crukshank
directs the contents of the book to Americans, and notes that “I
would recommend to you to open your hearts, in this enlightened
and happy era, to all mankind, to forbear to reproach the Jew,
to free the Negro, to tame and to incorporate the Indian, and to
invite them all to christianity...” Very strong words, reflective of
the “Great Awakening” within the American colonies that emerge
prior to the American Revolution.................................. (500-600)
Ornately Decorated Pair of Brass Colonial Shoe Buckles
“An Account of Louisiana,
Part of the Country Ceded by the Late Treaty”
78 June 1763, THE GENTLEMAN’S MAGAZINE, London,
England, Choice Very Fine. 8” x 5”, 2-column layout, pp. 261-316,
disbound, light age toning, otherwise choice. “By Sylvanus Urban
/ Printed by D. Henry at St. John’s Gate. Minus any of the original
maps or illustrations. Contains plenty of contemporary items of
interest, including a “A curious contrivance for extinguishing
fire,” “Method to destroy Caterpillars on trees,” “On the Seizure
of Papers,” An account of Louisiana, part of the country ceded by
the late treaty,” “The humble address of the Quakers,” “Poetry,”
etc. The article on the seizure of papers is filled with references to
Liberty, Tyranny, Oppression, Bondage, Free Country, etc. Those
same sentiments would be expressed in America just a few short
years later!...................................................................... (200-250)
81 c. 1760-70s Colonial Period, American Ornately Decorated
Pair of Brass Shoe Buckles, Choice Very Fine. This is a lovely,
highly decorated, original ornate Pair of Colonial Shoe Buckles
that are complete and fully intact. The outer round decorations
are particularly interesting and scarce in design, specially with
the addition of a light Silver wash, adding to their eye appeal and
appearance of an impressive decorative value............... (300-400)
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American Colonial Period
Hand-forged Iron Grease Lamp
“R. Mascall’s Best Virginia Tobacco”
c. 1650 Original Hand-Engraved Wooden Printing Block
82 c. 1760, mid-18th Century to Revolutionary War Era, Handforged, Iron Grease Lamp, Choice Very Fine. This is a original,
antique, triangle shaped Grease Lamp. It measures 6” tall with
a 5.25” x 2.75” pan, (at its widest side). This lamp would have
functioned by having fuel, typically lard or grease, placed into the
bottom of the pan. A wick would have been inserted and the lamp
hung for illumination. It is in original condition with expected
patina, with the hanging spike and “mini” poker still attached. All
hand forged, blacksmith made and still fully functional............... ....................................................................................... (225-275)
Original Four Channel 18th Century Iron Grease Lamp
83 c . 1 7 6 0 s , m i d - 1 8 t h C e n t u r y t o
Revolutionary War Era, Iron Four
Wick Grease Lamp, Very Fine. This
is an original, antique Four Channel Iron
Grease Lamp with its original rough patina.
It is 6” tall with a 3” x 3” pan, the hanging
fixture and spike measure 11.5” long and
are still attached. Made just as pictured
in numerous volumes on period country
furnishings, lighting, and items from the
Revolutionary War period. This example
would have functioned by having a fuel,
typically lard or grease, placed into the bottom of the pan. Wicks
would have been inserted and the piece hung for illumination. It
is in original condition, one small hole on the arm shaft where a
chain and “mini” poker would have been attached. It is all hand
forged, blacksmith made and still actually useable....... (225-275)
84 18th Century, Papier Mache Snuff Box, Choice Very Fine. 2”
tall x 3” long, oval, black, papier mache snuff box with a hinged
lid. There is a metal oval on the apex of the lid, and there is a
locking mechanism along the inside rim where the lid meets the
base. Smooth and sleek appearance, despite minor scratches and
scuffs. Still smells of tobacco on the inside!................ (225-325)
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85 c. 1650-1700, Hand-Engraved Original Wooden Printing Block,
Indian Smoking His Pipe and another Loading Tobacco onto
a Sailing Ship, “R. Mas(c)all’s Best Virginia ...,” Broken Very
Fine. This intriguing, historic, hand carved, wooden printing block,
measuring 3.25” x 2.25,” depicts a Native American Indian smoking
his long Colonial Era pipe, while another Indian loads tobacco into
a barrel, as a sailing ship waits off shore. An inscription in the lower
panel is somewhat difficult to read as a few letters are missing. It
appears to read: “R. Mas(c)all’s - Best Virginia - ii Asf(or)d Kent.”
“Best Virginia” refers to a grade of tobacco. The last line appears
to be a place, either in Kent, England or in Kentucky, though
perhaps it is an abbreviation “Astrd. Kent.” meaning “Assorted
Kentucky tobaccos.” An internet search turned up a prominent
tobacco plantation owner named Robert Mascall in Virginia in the
1650’s, another (or the same?) Robert Mascall in Kent, England
in the 1650’s, and a Robert Mascall in Kent, England mentioned
in an 1813 letter from writer Jane Austin. This wood block must
have been used to print advertising or package labels for Mascall’s
tobacco business, but it is unclear whether it was for the original
Mascall in the 1600s or one of his descendants in the 1700s. The
printing surface of this block is in great condition, however, the
lower left side corner has broken off (though still present) and a
small 1” x .75” piece from the central left edge is missing. Clearly
more research is needed on this rare and historic wood block...... ................................................................................. (2,750-3,500)
Wooden Printing Blocks
for Daniel DeFoe’s “Robinson Crusoe”
86 c. 1700s, Pair of Original Woodblock Printing Plates used
Illustration for an Early Edition of a “Robinson Crusoe”
Chapbook, Choice Very Fine. These two original, hand-engraved,
2.5” x 2.75” dark wooden printing blocks are for two scenes in
a chap-book edition of the story of Robinson Crusoe, written by
Daniel DeFoe. The first block depicts a shipwreck on a tropical
coast, with 4 men drowning in the ocean while another stands
on shore. The second block depicts Crusoe at his record-keeping
pillar, located where a river meets the sea. According to “ChapBooks of the Eighteenth Century,” these blocks are not from the
full length version of DeFoe’s “The Life and Strange Surprising
Adventures of Robinson Crusoe,” but are from some chap-book
printing in the 1700s, which does match their style. Both blocks
have the same diagonal lined border, indicating that both are likely
from the same chap-book, though we have not determined which.
Both are clear and in very nice condition, with a trivial crack in the
upper right on the record-keeping block, and a larger .25” crack
in the bottom of the shipwreck block. Neither block is signed by
the engraver or printer, however, a search through chap-books of
the 1700s should reveal which book these blocks were made for.
Accompanied by some pages from “Chap-Books of the Eighteenth
Century” illustrating some cuts from 1700s chap-book editions of
“Robinson Crusoe.” These wonderful Colonial Era printing blocks
are certainly rare and are important in the history of Literature and
Printing. (3 items)................................................... (1,500-1,800)
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American Revolution
Revolutionary War “USA”
Continental Uniform Coat Button
1775 Journal of Proceedings of the Continental Congress
The First Meeting of Congress Philadelphia May 10, 1775
89 c. 1776 American Revolutionary War. Continental Uniform
Button. “USA” Design. Pewter. With Original Shank and
much Original Tin Wash Present. Very Fine. Measures 16mm
(about 3/8”) in diameter. This original American Revolutionary
War “USA” style Continental Uniform Coat Button is said to have
been excavated near the Hudson Highlands, New York Battlefield.
These buttons were worn by Continental Army Soldiers during the
Revolutionary War, this one having a nice clear central “USA”
at center and some minor edge wear and roughness to the pewter
button, which it still has its full original shank intact. A scarce and
always highly popular item, in high demand with collectors and
having a direct link to the design of the “USA” Bar Cent coin. Said
to have been Ex: Don Troiani Collection. Rare having portions of
the original Tin wash and its shank intact...................... (600-800)
87 JOURNAL OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONGRESS,
HELD AT PHILADELPHIA, MAY 10, 1775, Published by
Order of the Congress, 1776, Philadelphia, PA. This highly
significant, rare volume is signed in type at its conclusion on page
200 by John Hancock, as President of the Continental Congress,
and Charles Thomson, as Secretary, 200 pages, 8” x 4.75”, Fine.
An original, period printing of the proceedings of the Continental
Congress, bound with “Letters from Portugal, on the Late and
Present State of that Kingdom”, 1777, 66 pages. The hardcovers
are a slightly later 3/4 calf & speckled boards that are rubbed and
worn, especially at extremities, with joints cracking. There is a
prior owners stamp and notations in pencil on front free endpapers.
Overall, the pages are clean, with choice printing that is very sharp
and clear. Overall, a rarely encountered, quite valuable historic
record of the early beginnings of the First Continental Congress
of May 10, 1775 recording the members and their monumental
proceedings.............................................................. (4,000-4,500)
1776 Revolutionary War Massachusetts
Naval Related Merchants Letter
Mentioning a Privateer Hearth and Rum
88 December 7th, 1776-Dated Revolutionary War, Autographed
Letter Signed, at Newbury Port (Massachusetts), regarding
Privateer and Merchant Related Issues, with Integral Envelope,
Very Fine. This is an original Revolutionary War letter is 7.25” x
9” on one folded sheet, being well written between two Masonic
Brethren. It is from Stephen Hooper (1741-1802) of Newburyport,
to Captain Samuel White of Boston, Massachusetts, being on
laid watermarked period paper. It is clearly legible, with original
folds, paper loss corresponding with the opposite red wax seal
being opened, and having some minor paper residue visible from
prior mounting. In this letter Hooper mentions that he reads in the
Continental Journal about goods being sold on Long Wharf and
asks Brother White to obtain one or two barrels for him. It reads,
in part:
“Cushing & White advertise a large hearth hopper fit for a Privateer,
pray how large, the price? Rum is at such demand here that my mills are empty at present - if Brother Fowle is at Boston, pray
push him to the Doctor that Dr. Smith advised him to, as his life
depends on a great measure .. Love to Brother Dalton and let him
all are well as he left home. Love to Hannah and yourself... your
affectionate brother, — Stephen Hooper”.................... (700-800)
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Stephen Hooper (1741-1802) was a prominent New England Merchant, son of
Robert “King” Hooper, graduated at Harvard college in 1761, and relocated
to Newbury Port Massachusetts soon after. He was also Grand Master of the
Ancient and Honorable Society of Free and Accepted Masons in North America. Records of St. John’s Lodge, prior to 1781 have been lost or destroyed, but notices
published in the Essex Journal and Merrimack Packet indicate that Stephen Hooper
retained the office of Master until the beginning of the Revolutionary war.
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Continental Army Soldier
Is Drummed Out of the Northern Command
For His “riotous manner with the force of arms”
Revolutionary War Muskets and Bayonets Purchased By
The Connecticut Line of the Continental Army In 1777
91 April 18, 1777-Dated, Manuscript
Document Signed, “Elihu Marvin”
as Adjutant for the Connecticut Line
of the Continental Army, Purchase
Receipt for Eight Muskets, etc. of
Gunsmith Samuel Tracy, at Norwich
(Connecticut), Very Fine. This
original document is Revolutionary
War dated in 1777, where Elihu Marvin
Adjutant, has signed this Receipt of
“Eight Guns” delivered by Connecticut
gunsmith Samuel Tracy, for the use of Colonel John Durkee’s
Regiment of the Connecticut Line in the Continental Army. This
8.5” x 6” receipt document includes a specific and very scarce
listing with detail of the musket lock identification numbers, and
the cost of each one of the muskets being supplied. In addition,
it also lists “:Eight Cartridge Boxes and 8 Bayonet Belts”. It is
Signed twice by Elihu Marvin on front, and is docketed on its
blank reverse.
This is a very scarce, and rarely encountered original military Gun
purchase document from a Connecticut gunsmith, for weapons
actually placed into use during the Revolutionary War. It remains
is clean, well written and easily readable condition, having just
one thin 1.5” long central chip and overall on nice clean, period
laid paper that would be excellent for any display. (1,200-1,500)
90 October 4, 1777-Dated Revolutionary War, Manuscript
Document Signed, True Contemporary Court Copy,
Headquarters Albany (New York), Choice Very Fine. This
original, Revolutionary War period document records an incident
where a Continental Army Soldier tryed to rob, then strikes his
Captain, and as a result he gets kicks him out military service. It
measures 12.5” x 8” and is well written in rich brown on quality,
laid and watermarked period paper. This military document shows
this soldiers military record, and how they dismissed him from
service in the Northern Command. To the best of our ability, this
multipart document reads, in full:
“Albany Oct 4, 1777 - To the officer Command At Fort guard Albany
Timothy Ryan Soldier in late Captain Whites Company late Col. Francis
Regiment, charged with entering in a riotous manner with the force of
arms and attempting to rob the dwelling house Of Captain James Furnial
by night, striking Mr. Furnial, assuming the character of an officer Ach to
repair in quarters when ordered by his superior officer, xx behaving with
The most unfavorable insolence, to be kept in close confinement. (Signed)
Issac Phinias Pay Master”. It continues...
“Head Quarters Albany Oct 8, 1777 - The bearer hereof Timothy Ryan
formerly a Lieutenant on Board of ye Galley Gates To proceed to headquarters
in the Head Quarters for the Southern Army. - By Order of Maj George
Gates - (Signed) Rob Fromp assistant Bursar”.
“To all concerned - Albany Oct 24,1777
Permit the Bearer Tim Ryan formally a Lieutenant aboard ye Galley Gates
have permission to go to Boston or elsewhere. - Major G(eneral) Gates
- Thom(as) Whal Cam A(ide) Camp (sic)”.
“I promise to pay Tim Ryan on his Order Six Pounds Lawful Money on
Demand Value Rec(ieved) this 18(th) day of Nov. 1777 - Edward Bowen
- (Signed) William Doyle”. (apparently added when the payment was made
and noted here.) And it concludes at the bottom...
To whom it may concern “HeadQuarters Sep 30th 1777 - The Bearer L(ieutenan)t Tim Ryan is
permitted to pass to Albany - By Ye Ge(nerals) Command - (Signed) Issac
Purser A(ide) Camp”.
This document has a docket on the reverse which reads, “The
within are true Copies taken by Ord(er) of C(ow)rt. the Originals
rec. by alike Order - Sam Weights - O C (Officer of the Court).”
Overall, this is a very clean document, with a great fully documented
history in 1777 of this Continental Army soldier, his crime, the
review at Headquarters Albany, by Major General Gates and his
now becoming the “formerly 1st Lieutenant” and with payment of
a Six Pounds fine. A highly unusual court document regarding this
Continental Army Soldier, drummed out of the Northern Command
for his “riotous manner with the force of arms.”........ (800-1,000)
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Elihu Marvin, Adjutant, of the Continental Army was first in the service as
Lieutenant and Adjutant of the Fourth Regiment of the Connecticut Line
under Col. Durkee, with commission dated January 1, 1777. The regiment
fought at the Battle of Germantown in October of that year, and wintered
at Valley Forge with George Washington, 1777-78. At the latter camp
Marvin was appointed Brigade-Major of Varnum’s Brigade, consisting
of two R.I. and two Conn. regiments, and would also have been with it at
the Battle of Monmouth in June, 1778. Afterwards he occasionally served
with the Conn. militia, and in March, 1779 served as an Aide to General
Wadsworth when troops were ordered to New London on an alarm.
Revolutionary War Continental Army
“Field Appointment” Issued by John Warner
to Joseph Whipple at Warwick, RI
92 January 3rd, 1779-Dated Revolutionary War, Manuscript
Document Signed, at “Warwick” (Rhode Island), being a Field
Appointment for a Mr. Joseph Whippel, Very Fine. This is an
original Revolutionary War letter is well written on laid watermarked
period paper. It is “To Mr Joseph Whippel” and reads, in full:
“Sir, - You are hereby appointed and fully empowered to act as
an assistant to John Warner DQMG to call on all the good people
to bring their proportion of wood order by the town for the use of
the troops stationed here. You are to see that the troops have their
full proportion of wood according to the generals order. Assist
in getting them straw bunk to provide teams straw to see that all
the gards (sic) are supplied by the men ordered to supply them for
which this shall be your sufficient commission given under my
hand at Warwick the third day of January 1779. — John Warner
aj(utant) D Q M G (Deputy or District Quarter Master General)
— (noted) To Mr. Joseph Whippel”. Docket on the blank reverse
side reads, “Joseph Whippls - Commission”.
This original Revolutionary War date Manuscript Document is
extremely well written in deep brown ink on fairly clean lightly
folded period laid paper having a huge British “Crown” watermark.
The text is well centered upon the paper and the signature of “John
Warner” is extremely bold, measuring nearly 2.75” long............. ................................................................................. (1,200-1,800)
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Rare Revolutionary War “Oath of Allegiance”
Signed Form and Fully Documented
3rd Pennsylvania Regiment Soldier
93 August 21, 1778-Dated Revolutionary War, Partially-Printed
Document, Oath of Allegiance, Signed by “Tim(othy) Green,”
and “Jonathan Woodside,” Lieutenant in the 3rd Pennsylvania
Regiment, Lancaster County (PA.), plus a Formal Invitation
from the President (Andrew Jackson) for dinner, addressed
to “Mr. Woodside of Ohio.” This is the grandson of the above
referenced Woodside, along with other Additional Important
Documentation, Very Fine.
1. August 21, 1778-Dated, Partially-Printed Oath of Allegiance
Signed by Jonathan Woodside (Senior) on the top line, as the person
taking the oath. Timothy Green, has also signed it at Lancaster
County, Pennsylvania, the site where this took place. Oath measures
about 8” x 2” and is printed on period laid paper that is boldly
printed with deep black text and signed in rich brown.
2. Handwritten letter from Miss Nannie Woodside Clark. Dated
July 14, 1896, she is writing to the Secretary of War, Historical
Department requesting information on Jonathan Woodside. This
letter measures approximately 8” x 10”.
3. Typed response from War Department. Dated July 17, 1896,
the letter states that Woodside served as a Lieutenant in the 3rd
Pennsylvania Regiment. It also states that he was held prisoner
on two separate occasions. This piece is tipped in on the reverse
of the above handwritten letter. It measures about 3” x 8”.
4. Typed letter from the State Library of Pennsylvania. Dated
December 29, 1896, the letter provides more information on
Woodside. It is stated that Woodside took the oath of allegiance
before Timothy Green. It then goes on to state that Woodside
served as a Private in Capt. William Brown’s company in August
1776, a Private in Captain John Rutherford’s company in August
1777, and that he was a Sergeant in Capt. Weaver’s company
(under Capt. John Rutherford), which marched to Bedford County
in April 1779. Letter measures about 8.5” x 11”.
5. Handwritten note on the front of an small envelope, no date,
but states that, “Woodside’s Oath of Allegiance, as given to me by
my father Circuit Judge Milloy. See Clark, a son of Col. [?] Clark,
owner and proprietor of Oh(io) of Clarksburg - Ross. Co(unty)...
A Colonel of the War of 1812 who raised and equipped his own
regiment at his own expense — thereby impoverishing himself.”
Signed “N.A.C.” Measures 3.5” x 6.25”.
6. Formal invitation from the President (Andrew Jackson) for
dinner. Addressed to “Mr. Woodside of Ohio.” This is the grandson
of the above referenced Woodside. His full name is Jonathan F.
Woodside. He was ambassador to Denmark, commissioned by
Jackson, from 1835 to 1841. Unfortunately, it is not signed by
Jackson. It states, “The PRESIDENT Requests the honor of Mr.
Woodside’s Company at dinner Tuesday the 10th Feb. at 5 o’clock.
The favor of an Answer is desired.” Has folds and a small piece
is missing on an outer edge (not at all affecting any of the writing
or text). Measures 9.5” x 7.5” when unfolded.
(6 items)................................................................... (1,200-1,600)
1781 Revolutionary War Continental Army Enlistment
and “Substitute” Soldier Document From Connecticut
94 June 2nd, 1781-Dated Revolutionary War, Manuscript
Document Signed, “Nath.(anel) Niles,” as “one of the
Representatives of the Town of Norwich” (Connecticut), Very
Fine. This original Revolutionary War Manuscript Enlistment
Document is dated June 1781. Here, the town of Lebanon,
Connecticut is showing that Peleg Thomas of Lebanon, CT has
issued this note stating that he has received twenty three pounds
hard money from Elhana Tisdale (of Lebanon), for Uriah Polley
(of Norwich), to take the place of said Tisdale in the Continental
Army. Boldly written upon period laid paper having a wonderful
and unusual trace of the maker’s fingers marks within the handmade
paper, as made! There are some fine scattered splits at the folds,
in general appearing quite solid and attractive. It reads, in full:
“Rec.d 2nd of June 1781 of Mr. Peleg Thomas of Lebanon by the
stand of Ethanah Tisdale — Twenty Three pounds hard money on
Account of one Uriah Polley who was hired by a Class in Norwich
as ‘tis said to Inlist into the Continental Army and said Polley into
Count for the Town of Lebanon and is it Shall be Established as a
Rule by the Assembly that Lebanon are Intituled (entitled) to take
the benefit of s(ai)d Polley without refunding, said sum is to be
repaid to s(ai)d Thomas, otherwise to go to the Benefit of s(ai)d
Town of Norwich or the Class hireing s(ai)d Polley as the Case may
be. — verd. as me — Nath(anie)l Niles one of the Representative
for s(ai)d Town of Norwich”
Uriah Polley was part of a class in Norwich, CT. and the people of
Norwich wanted to use Polley as part of their quota. On the reverse
side Mr. Nathaniel Niles of Norwich, CT receives 23 Pounds on
account of Uriah Polley. And so the money was transferred from
the Town of Lebanon to the town of Norwich. Each town was
required by the General Assembly of the state to have a class of
able bodied men ages 16 to 50 to meet there quotas. All were
subject to enrollment and duty with certain exceptions. One of
which was to hire a substitute to take your place in the Army. This
is a very unique, and exceedingly rare historic Continental Army
soldier’s enlistment and substitute document............. (900-1,200)
Fax Your Bid Form ASAP !
Send us a signed copy in the mail.
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Selectmen of Raynham (MA.) Order The Constables To
Assemble a Meeting of Freeholders To Vote For Governor
Superb Miniature Oil Painting
of the American Revolutionary War Officer
“Lieutenant Colonel Elliot”
95 March 17th, 1783-Dated Reveolutionary War Era, Manuscript
Document Signed, “Select men of Raynham,” (Massachusetts),
Warrant Issued Regarding Voting for Governor, etc., Fine.
This original Manuscript Document is an important Warrant, issued
to “Get Out The Vote” for the “... Monday the Seventh Day of
April next at one of the Clock in the Afternoon in s(ai)d Meeting
I(nstance) to Chuse (sic) a Governor.” It is written six months
prior to the official end of the Revolutionary Wa with Britain. This
document has a large, thin “X” manuscript cancel, likely indicating
that the order was completed. by the Constable and some period
notations on the blank reverse. This document is boldly written
in rich, deep brown ink on quality, laid and watermarked period
paper. There is some minor wrinkling and roughness to the left
margin and it appears quite clean and is easily readable. It reads,
In full:
“Bristol — Is. (Instructions) To the Constables of the Town of
Raynham, or Either of them, — Greeting - These are in the Name
of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to Require you for these
— to Notifie (sic) and Warn the Freeholders and other Inhabitants
of the Town of Raynham, Qualified According to Law to Vote for
a Governor, Lt. Governor and Senators, — to assemble and Meet
at the Public Meeting House in s(aid)d Raynham on Monday the
Seventh Day of April next at one of the Clock in the Afternoon in
s(ai)d Meeting 1st to Chuse (sic) a Governor.
2nd to Chuse (sic) a Lt. Governor, and with the present Town
treasurer.
Thirdly Senators
4th to See of the Town will Choose a Committe (sic) to Recon (sic)
and you are to make a Due and True Return of this Warrent (sic)
with your Doings - to Either of us the Subscribers at or Before the
Time of Holding s(ai)d Meeting Given under our hands & Seals
this Seventeenth Day of March one thousand seven hundred &
Eighty three. — (Signed as) Select men of Raynham”.
A historic, direct account of how seriously the issue of Voting for
ones representatives was to be taken by the population, in the days
immediate following the bloody Revolutionary War where these
freedoms were so dearly earned.................................. (800-1,000)
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96 c. 1800 Post-Revolutionary War, Miniature Oil Painting of an
Identified American Revolutionary War Officer, “Lieutenant
Colonel Elliot,” Framed, Choice Extremely Fine. This is a
beautiful quality, original c. 1800 Hand-painted Oval Miniature,
in Oil, showing the portrait of an American Revolutionary War
Lieutenant Colonel. It is executed with outstanding detail,
measuring 3.5” x 2.75” and is period inscribed in brown ink on the
blank verso; “Lieutenant Colonel Elliot O. H. 1800”. It is certainly
worthy of additional research to fully identify this historic figure.
This original painting is on thin white standard period material,
housed in an antique black painted early 19th Century wooden
frame with bronze accents and hanger at top, measuring 6.25” x
5.” and is in very good condition having only a few edge chips.
An additional back has been attached to allow for a back stand,
which is of early 20th Century vintage. This is a great piece of early
Americana that is gorgeous and ready for display. Ex: Sotheby’s
Auction, New York (unknown date of sale), having their generic
small round paper lot identification sticker on its frame back....... ................................................................................. (1,600-2,400)
Revolutionary War Soldier Found
“Unfit For Duty” By The Bunker Hill Veteran
Continental Surgeon Thomas Kitteridge
97 April 14, 1800-Dated, Manuscript Document Signed, “Thomas
Kittridge - Surg(eon) to Regiment,” Fine. This original 5” x 6”
Manuscipt Document is in regard to Moses Dorman, who has been
released from military duty in Captain Jacob Gould’s Company;
due to short sightedness. It is signed by “Thomas Kitteridge” as
Company Surgeon on front. Authorized by Captain Jacob Gould
and Colonel Nathaniel Lovejoy on back, as they also have agreed
to the official medical discharge of this soldier. This Document
has some folds and expected scattered tone, and is in overall very
good condition, being written in brown ink on period laid paper
and is easily readable. It reads, in full:
“This Certifies that Mr. Moses Dorman of Col. Lovejoys Regiment
to Capt Jacob Gooles Company has for a long time been lame &
short sighted which I Judge renders him unable for Military duty
— Thomas Kittridge - Surg to s(aid) Regiment — Andover 14
April 1800”.
Dr. Thomas Kittridge (1746 - 1818) did valuable service in the
revolution. He was surgeon of the First Massachusetts Regiment,
was at the battle of Bunker Hill, was at the side of General Warren
when he was killed. General Warren, himself a physician, said
that Kittredge was the greatest natural surgeon that he knew. Dr.
Kittredge was the leading physician and surgeon of this section for
many years. His signature is extremely rare and most historic due
to his important participation at the Battle of Bunker Hill. It is the
very first document with his historic signature we have offered... .................................................................................... (800-1,000)
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George Washington Related
1792 Receipt by Tobias Lear
as George Washington’s Personal Secretary
98 (GEORGE WASHINGTON). May 7, 1792, Manuscript Receipt
for a payment made by Tobias Lear to William Crouch for “100
Bundles of Straw,” likely for President Washington, which was
delivered to feed the animals at his home at Mount Vernon. This
original document measures 4.5” x 6.5” and is faintly dampstained,
with a very dark toned fold line that runs through the main line
of text. This receipt has been written in brown ink, and William
Crouch personally Signs at lower right, “Wm. Crouch”. The
reverse has a docket with the necessary information of date, name
and material, as well as bears its own receipt “No. 318.” It makes
perfect sense that Tobias Lear would be the one to handle at least
some of George Washington’s bills for Mount Vernon. Tobias
Lear served as George Washington’s personal secretary at that time
and remained a very close colleague until Washington’s death in
December of 1799.................................................... (1,000-1,200)
Tobias Lear arrived in Virginia in 1786 and remained when Washington
was selected as first President of the United States three years later. True
to Washington’s word, the young man from Portsmouth became part of the
family and, intimate with the most famous people of his time. The young
secretary attended the Commander in Chief’s inauguration in New York
City, the nation’s temporary capital. Later, traveling through New England,
Washington made a courtesy call at Hunking street in Portsmouth, NH
where he met the family of Tobias Lear. Mrs. Mary Stillson Lear, mother
of Tobias V, soon become a friend of Martha Washington.
President George Washington’s
1792 State of the Union Speech Broadsheet Print
by The “United States Chronicle”
War of 1812
War of 1812 Era Battersea Porcelain & Brass
Curtain Tieback With American Naval Hero
Oliver Hazard Perry
100 c. 1812 War of 1812 Era, Oliver Hazard Perry Portrait. Battersea
Porcelain & Brass Curtain Tieback. Choice Extremely Fine.
This very rare, original and historically important, Battersea
Porcelain and Brass Curtain Tieback has a colorful central colorful
portrait image of American Naval Hero Oliver Hazard Perry. This
outstanding piece of Political & Historical porcelain measures 2”
in diameter and is held within its original 2 5/8” diameter, brass
tieback frame. The brass back, brass shaft, and hand turned iron
screw are all original and fully intact. This American themed,
historical tieback was produced in Britain for export to the American
market. Other known similar examples of the period are known
with images of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin
Franklin, Lafayette and other American Revolutionary War and
Federal Period figures.
This rare and beautiful tieback features a bust portrait of a young
Perry in Navy Uniform with text below that reads “Com. Perry”.
Political and Historical items from the years before 1824 are both
rare and highly sought after. This tieback represents one of the
few items available that were produced at the time of the War of
1812 to honor the Heroes of that conflict. There is no significant
chipping, surface crazing, repairs or damage of any kind. Both the
porcelain insert and the brass, tieback mount are well preserved
and it displays beautifully.
Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry (1785 - 1819), was a career
officer in the United States Navy. He served in the War of 1812
against Britain, and earned the title, “Hero of Lake Erie” for
leading American forces in a decisive naval victory at the Battle of
Lake Erie. His brief yet concise report of the Battle is now quite
famous, as he stated, “We have met the enemy and they are ours”
which has entered the lexicon of American Military and Political
History..................................................................... (1,400-1,800)
99 November 22, 1792-Dated. Printed Broadsheet. “Speech of
the President of the United States to both Houses of Congress,
November 6, 1792.” (George Washington). The United States
Chronicle. Providence, R.I.. Choice Very Fine or better.
This original Broadsheet has page 1 and 2 of the “United States
Chronicle,” dated “Thursday, November 22, 1792” measuring 9.5”
x 16.25” and nicely wooden framed to 10.5” x 17.25” overall. It
has the overall eye appeal and appearance of Extremely Fine, with
some scattered trivial internal paper flaws and pinholes which are
not seen unless held to a strong light. Page 1 has a bold masthead
with the Great Seal of the United States at left top and includes
the full printed text of the, “Speech of the President of the United
States to both Houses of Congress, November 6, 1792.” The speech
concludes with the typeset signature of “G. Washington.”
In addition, page 2 on the verso has printed the, “Proceedings of
Congress. House of Representatives. Monday, November 5, 1792.”
Both pages are very clean and boldly printed, being fully viewable
with nice large full margins on each side as this special Broadsheet
issue is housed between glass on both sides for full reading and
display. Very rare State of the Union Speech Broadsheet, and the
first we have offered................................................ (2,500-3,000)
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Post-Revolutionary War
to Civil War
Beautiful Early Silk
Mourning Memorial For “Shakespear”
103 1821-Dated, “The Biography of the Principal American Military
and Naval Heroes”, 2 vols., by Thomas Wilson, New York:
Published by John Low, contemporary tree sheep, 7.25” x
4.5”, Fine. Six engraved portrait plates. Worn covers, one plate
of General Joseph Warren in frontispiece, is partially torn. Pages
are heavily foxed and some are dog-earred but intact, a few tears.
Covers are worn along edges and spines. The key features here,
besides the contemporary biographies on American war heroes
such as George Washington, Commodore Perry, Generals Mifflin,
Putnam, Nathaniel Greene, Ethan Allen, and many others, are the
portrait plates, which are toned and foxed but still nice. Howes
W538. (2 books)........................................................... (300-400)
Outstanding & Extremely Rare
“Lafayette” Portrait Mirror
101 c. 1800, Colorful and Highly Decorative Hand-Stitched and
Hand-Painted, Silk Mourning Memorial to “Shakespear”
Framed, Choice Extremely Fine. This impressive, beautiful
Antique Silk on Silk Memorial likely dates from the late 18th
Century. The large oval central picture features a classical goddess
with wings on her head, placing flowers on a tomb, which is titled
“Shakespear” (the famous William Shakespeare died in April of
1616). Some of the silk fabric has been hand-painted such as in
the areas of the sky, the goddess’ face and hair, which is very
skillfully accomplished.
The sky, face, arms and feet are hand painted on a silk background
and the rest of the picture is embroidered with silk thread. The
large oval silk image measures 9.5” x 11.5” and is housed in a
highly decorative antique wooden frame that measures to 14” x 16”
overall. This elegant picture was likely made at a girls school, as
such detailed embroidery was an important part of a girls education
of that period. There is a very small .25” area on the left arm of
the goddess where the silk has a tiny split. Overall, this vibrant
display is in a wonderful state of preservation. The golden wooden
frame has some very small chips and hairlines in the gesso and
some areas of light wear. With some modest conservation it will
present well and be excellent for display of this valuable, superbly
executed early memorial silk................................... (1,800-2,400)
104 c. 1824, “Lafayette” Titled Portrait Commemorative Circular
Hand Mirror. Nickelplated and Mirror glass. Choice About
Uncirculated. 41mm. The Obverse shows a middle-age Lafayette
portrait facing left as the central vignette. The extremely attractive
print is sharp and appears perfect, being almost certainly an
engraving from a banknote printer, with “LAFAYETTE” above.
The Reverse has a deep, brilliant Mirror with two small scattered
non-reflective spots. Original, attached loop for suspension remains
fully intact at top. No doubt this item dates to Lafayette’s return
tour of America in 1824. This is the very first example of this
important rarity we have ever offered...................... (2,000-3,000)
No Gunpowder, Flints or Musket Balls For The Soldiers
The City of Freetown Massachusetts is Taken to Court !
102 November 2, 1809-Dated, Manuscript Document Signed, at
Tauton, County of Bristol, Massachusetts, being a Legal Court
Document, Choice Extremely Fine. In this original document,
the town of Freetown in the County of Bristol Massachusetts is
being taken to court for not supplying its 149 Militia Soldiers with
149 pounds of gunpowder, 230 pounds of musket balls, 233 flints,
7 iron camp kettles, etc. as was required by Massachusetts law. It
was the responsibility for each town to supply their own soldiers
needs, to not do so went against the law of of the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts. This document is boldly and very clearly
written upon fresh, clean laid period paper having a large central
watermark of the state arms. The reverse has the written statement
of Abraham Dean, that he went to the Town and read the document
to the inhabitants at a meeting. His travel costs are noted below.
Docket reads, “Warrant to Inhab(itants) of Freetown for not being
supplied with powder.” A truly wonderful document of that day,
requiring the Militia to be properly prepared... or else!(600-800)
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“THE HISTORY OF THE NAVY” by J.Fenimore Cooper
Civil War
Union $300 Substitute Bounty Form 1863 New Hampshire
105 1847-Dated, First Edition Book entitled, “THE HISTORY OF
THE NAVY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” by
J.Fenimore Cooper, Thomas, Printed by Cowperthwait &
Company, Philadelphia, PA, Fine. This book has a gilt spine
which reads, “COOPER’S NAVAL HISTORY,” abridged in one
volume, measures 6.25” x 9.5” having 447 pages with numerous,
great printed illustrations. This being Published for James A. Bill.
Half title with an excellent historic Naval Battle Engraving, with
Frontis Naval Engraving and has numerous full page Naval Battle
Engravings throughout. It retains its original, full leather embossed
hardcovers, having a gilt decorated spine and red morocco label.
There is some light scattered foxing throughout with a few pages
heavier, and having some minor wear from actual use to corners
and edges, otherwise very good condition. This scarce, historic
book simply belongs in the collection of every serious student and
collector of THE HISTORY OF THE NAVY OF THE UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA with an 1847 perspective...... (300-400)
First Edition & First Year of the Famous Newspaper
“HARPERS WEEKLY.” VOL. 1 No. 1 Thru VOL. No. 52
106 1857-Dated, First Edition, VOL 1 No. 1 Thru VOL No. 52, the
entire FIRST YEAR of “HARPERS WEEKLY JOURNAL OF
CIVILIZATION,” Bound, all 52 ISSUES, New York: Harper
& Brother, Publishers, Franklin Square, About Very Fine.
This very rare original run of First Edition newspapers, includes
Volume 1 Number 1 through Volume 1 Number 52. They are
housed within bound hardcovers, measuring 11.25” x 16.25”.
Most of these 53 issues are in very good condition. The original
hardcovers are worn, detached yet still present, with the leather
spine being damaged. The front papers are wrinkled yet intact.
Please note that Volume 1 No. 1 has a small 2” x 2” cut missing
from page 15, and similarly also Volume 1 No. 9, Volume 1 No.
10, Volume 1 No. 11, Volume 1, No. 14 and Volume 1 No. 21,
with each have a similar tiny cutout from a single page. Volume
1 No. 39 has a column missing from the front page, and there is
a column cut out from Volume 1 No. 42 on the third page, likely
taken for a scrapbook. Otherwise, with the exception of a few torn
pages, most all of these issues are in very good overall condition
and sold ‘as is” as such. Regardless, at our top estimate the cost
per issue would amount to less than $20 each and represents a
sincere value.
A very rare First Edition & Full First Year volume, including the
elusive First Printing of Volume 1 Number 1 of the famous and
historic American newspaper, “HARPERS WEEKLY.”.............. .................................................................................... (800-1,000)
107 September 8th, 1863-Dated Civil War Period, Partially-Printed
Document, for the Union town of Seabrook, New Hampshire,
$300 Substitute Bounty Form, Very Fine. This is an original
1863 dated, Civil War Document is Signed, “Charles Knowles,”
measuring 4.25” x 7.5” and showing he received $300.00 from the
town of Seabrook, NH so he could pay for a Substitute replacement
soldier for the Union Army. It well printed in black on a white
wove period paper, and is also endorsed “C. Knowles” on the blank
reverse. At that time, by furnishing Three Hundred Dollars, you
could buy your way out of the Union Draft. Folds, some light wear,
and overall appears nice, being boldly headed, “Provost Marshall’s
Office.”....................................................................... (800-1,000)
$300 Civil War
1864 Union Substitute Volunteer Document
108 November 22, 1864-Dated Civil
War, Partially-Printed Document,
Substitute Volunteer Soldier Receipt
for a who was paid a $300 bounty
to go to war in place of David H.
Brown, of New Hampton, NH, with
5 Cent US Revenue Stamp, Choice
Extremely Fine. Offered here is an
official Civil War Issued Receipt,
measuring 7.25” x 4” being boldly
printed in black on light blue wove
period paper, detailing a “Substitute
Bounty” payment for a volunteer,
John Yeaton of Saint Andrews, New
Brunswick, who enlisted to the credit of the quota of the small
Central New Hampshire town of New Hampton. He was paid to
be a “Substitute Volunteer” a $300 Bounty to go to war in place
of David H. Brown, of New Hampton, NH who apparently paid
that $300 Federal fee to remove himself from military service.
Original vivid bold green paper seal is attached. Yeaton has also
signed his initials on the attached US Revenue stamp to cancel
it.
The Following is from a history of the town of New Hampton:
“New Hampton responded to each of the president’s calls for
volunteers by increasing the amount of the bounties being offered
to each man who enlisted. By October, 1863, each New Hampton
volunteer received a bounty of three hundred dollars. It would
seem these generous bounties not only attracted many American
men but also a large number of foreigners, the majority of whom
were intent on playing a con game that consisted of accepting
the bounties and absconding to neighboring towns where they
would again engage in their game of deceit. As the war wore on it
became increasingly more difficult for the towns to persuade their
able-bodied men to enlist in the army; as a result, conscription was
instituted. During the Civil War the practice of “substitution” was
ubiquitous. Substitution was the legal means by which a wealthy
man could avoid military service by paying a fixed amount of
money to a person who would act in his place.”
The subject of this receipt was a substitute volunteer as described
above. We also found the volunteer represented by the present
receipt in the Civil War personnel American Civil War Research
Database: John Yeaton, St. Andrews, New Brunswick; 29 years
old. Enlisted on 11/22/1864 as a Private. On 11/22/1864 he
mustered as a substitute into “C” Co. NH 7th Infantry. credited to
the quota of the town of New Hampton, NH. He was Mustered
Out on 7/20/1865 at Goldsboro, NC.............................. (400-500)
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$300 Civil War
1864 Union Substitute Volunteer Document
109 December 23, 1864-Dated Civil War, Partially-Printed
Document, “Substitute Voluntee” Union Soldier Receipt for
Hosea Q. Veasey, who was paid a $300 Bounty to go to war
in place of David H. Brown, of New Hampton, NH, Choice
Extremely Fine. This is an official Civil War Issued Receipt,
measuring 4” x 7.25” being boldly printed in black on white period
paper, detailing a “Substitute Bounty” payment and receipt of those
funds. It details that James W. Bates, who Enlisted into the Union
army to the credit of the quota of the small Central New Hampshire
town of New Hampton. He was a “Substitute Volunteer” who was
paid a $300 Bounty to go to war in place of Hosea Q. Veasey, of
New Hampton, NH, who apparently paid that $300 Federal fee
to remove himself and avoid his military service. There is also
an official, vivid bold green Seal being fully attached at the lower
right. There is a Signed Manuscript notation on the blank reverse
which reads, in full: “Dec 22, 1864 - Received of the town of
New Hampton Three hundred dollars by the hand of B F Perkins
in full payment of ( ) county from me for a Substitute on the quota
of Service ( ). - (Signed) Hosea Q. Veasey”.
Rare 1861 Augur’s Brigade New York Civil War Dog Tag
112 1861-Dated. Civil War Union Soldier’s Dog Tag. George
Washington Portrait Obverse. Augur’s Brigade, New York.
Struck in White Metal. Holed at top as usual. Choice Very
Fine. 31mm. This is an authentic, original 1861 Civil War Union
Soldier’s Dog Tag. George Washington obverse reads “George
Washington, Born February 22, 1732” around bust of Washington.
Reverse has incuse inscription “Fredk Yhon - Auger’s Brigade
- x - 1861 - Teamster - Peachtown, N.Y.” Apparently the term
“Auger’s Brigade” is misspelled on this tag, the correct spelling is
“Augur’s Brigade.” It is evenly well circulated from being worn
and has a tiny obverse rim ding above the I in WASHINGTON.
Augur’s Brigade consisted of three, two-year, New York Infantry
regiments, the 22nd, 24th, & 30th; the 84th New York Infantry (14th
Brooklyn), and the 2nd U.S. Sharpshooters. Christopher C. Augur
was a career Army officer, a West Point Graduate, and a veteran
of the Mexican War. In 1861 he was serving as “Commandant of
Cadets” at West Point. He was promoted to Brigadier General of
Volunteers on November 12, 1861 and was assigned as Brigade
Commander with the new I corps. A very rare, well identified Dog
Tag being the very first of this historic New York unit we have
ever offered................................................................. (700-1,000)
The Following is from a history of the town of New Hampton: “New Hampton
responded to each of the president’s calls for volunteers by increasing
the amount of the bounties being offered to each man who enlisted. By
October, 1863, each New Hampton volunteer received a bounty of three
hundred dollars. It would seem these generous bounties not only attracted
many American men but also a large number of foreigners, the majority of
whom were intent on playing a con game that consisted of accepting the
bounties and absconding to neighboring towns where they would again
engage in their game of deceit. As the war wore on it became increasingly
more difficult for the towns to persuade their able-bodied men to enlist in
the army; as a result, conscription was instituted. During the Civil War
the practice of “substitution” was ubiquitous. Substitution was the legal
means by which a wealthy man could avoid military service by paying a
fixed amount of money to a person who would act in his place.”
The subject of this receipt was a substitute volunteer as described
above. We also found the volunteer represented by the present
receipt in the Civil War personnel American Civil War Research
Database: James W. Bates (Residence was not listed); 22 years old.
Enlisted on 12/23/1864 at New Hampton, NH as a Union Private.
On 12/23/1864 he mustered into “C” Co. NH 3rd Infantry. He
was Mustered Out on 7/20/1865 at Goldsboro, NC. Promotions:
Made Corpl. 3/20/1865 (Reduced to ranks)................ (800-1,000)
110 No Lot.
1861 Civil War Dog Tag 15th Regt. New York Volunteers
111 1861-Dated Civil War Period. Union Dog Tag. “Against
Rebellion - 1861.” 15th Regt.- New York Volunteers,
ENGINERERS’ Co.” Brass. Choice Very Fine. 30mm. This is
an authentic, actually worn and used, Union Civil War Soldier’s
ID Dog Tag. It has an American Heraldic Shield, with the legend
“Against Rebellion -1861” with the word “Union” upon the shield.
The reverse has been stamped as follows (corrected): “Engineers,
Co. - 15th Regt. NY. Vols.” With a remaining area around edge
blank area for adding soldiers name and city if desired. It is very
original, having natural color and tone, evenly worn with some
strong traces of bright golden-brass color still retained within the
obverse devices. This type is unusual being issued without a full
personal name, and as such the first of its type we have offered.
Very Rare and pleasing............................................... (800-1,000)
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Impressive George Washington Style Civil War Dog Tag
113 September 26, 1862-Dated Civil War Union Soldier’s Dog Tag,
George Washington Portrait with UNION below Type, Stamped
Inscription and Dated on Reverse, Struck in Copper or Brass.
Choice About Uncirculated. This original Civil War Dog Tag is
dated 1862 and is stamped on the reverse: “ISAAC B HOWLAND
- CO K - 11 REG R.I. - VOLUNTEERS - ENTERED SERVICE
SEPT 26 1862”, holed at top for suspension as always. This Dog
Tag is in exceptionally nice condition that is vastly superior to
most seen, having only slight wear and with traces of underlying
mint luster hidden within some of the devices. All of the text is
very sharp and distinct, being easily readable. An outstanding
specimen of a particularly rare Rhode Island dog tag....................
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Civil War Soldier Dog Tag
12th New Hampshire Regiment
56th Masschusetts Regiment Civil War Soldier’s Dog Tag
The Very First “Veteran” Regiment - Recruited 1863
114 1861-Dated Civil War. Unions Soldier’s Dog Tag. “War of 1861”
with Heraldic American Eagle Obverse. Struck in Brass. Holed
at top for suspension as always. Rare as Fully Identified and an
“Error” Tag. Choice Near Mint. 1 1/16” diameter. This is an
original, quite unique “Error” designed Civil War Soldier’s Dog
Tag. The condition is near new, having much original golden-brass
brilliance to the surfaces, particularly on the Eagle design side. The
reverse has one small shallow surface bruise and some light hairlines,
having sharp punch details and underlying natural luster. This tag
was apparently started to be produced with much of the punched
text placed into the tag design. Because of his multiple mistakes,
it was stopped by the maker while only partially complete. One
would speculate that it was probably still given to the purchasing
soldier, and he certainly would have a new “correctly made” tag
produced.
This Dog Tag is also completely identified to the soldier, who is
known and documented. This incomplete “Error” tag is marked:
“1st Sergt J S Dins.” He was in actuality, Jeremiah S. Dinsmore,
1st Sergeant Co E 12th New Hampshire Infantry. He enlisted
on September 5, 1862 until his discharge on April 18, 1864. He
was wounded at Chancellorsville on May 3, 1863 and was then
transferred into the Veteran Reserve Corp. in January of 1864.
Some reprinted information on him accompanies this tag.
An important opportunity to own an unused “Error” Civil War
Dog Tag intended for Sergeant Dinsmore. It is a remarkable and
truly unique major “Error” type, certain to be destined to be added
to the collection of an advanced collector. (2 items)..... (600-800)
115 c. 1863 Civil War Period. Union Soldier’s Identification
“Dog Tag.” 56th Masschusetts Regiment, known as “The
First “Veteran” Regiment” George Washington Portait
Obverse. Struck in Pewter. Choice Extremely Fine. This is an
excellent specimen of an original, fully authentic Union Soldier’s
Identification “Dog Tag” which is holed at top, as always, for
wearing. The obverse is the George Washington portrait type, with
the legend: “GEORGE WASHINGTON BORN FEBRUARY 22,
1732”. The reverse punched text identifies this soldier as: “AMASA
W RANKINS - CO K -56TH MASS REGT - AUGUSTA ME”.
In addition, this soldier also hand-engraved his name around the
edge for further identification, should the central information have
been obscured, which is quite rare.
The 56th Regt. Mass. Vol. Inf., the First Veteran Regiment, was
recruited during the fall and winter of 1863 at Camp Meigs,
Readville, Mass. A majority of the men enlisting in this and the
other veteran regiments must have had at least nine months service
in some other organization. The first four companies of the 56th
were mustered into the service just after Christmas, 1863, the others
in January and February, 1864. Charles E. Griswold, formerly
colonel of the 22d Massachusetts Regiment, was made colonel.
All of the text and lettering is sharp and clear. This Dog Tag is
very well made, with all of the reverse text being well centered
and very clear, thus easy to read. A high quality example that is
vastly superior to most seen..................................... (1,000-1,500)
12th New Hampshire was Organized: Concord, NH on 9/1/62
Mustered Out: 6/21/65 at Richmond, VA
Jeremiah S. Dinsmore, Residence New Hampton NH; 32 years old. Enlisted
on 8/8/1862 as a 1st Sergeant. On 9/5/1862 he mustered into “E” Co.
NH 12th Infantry. He was transferred out on 1/22/1864 On 1/22/1864
he transferred into “I” Co. Veteran Reserve Corps 13th Regt He was
discharged for disability on 4/18/1864 at Portsmouth Grove, RI He was
listed as * Wounded 5/3/1863 Chancellorsville, VA.
The armies of the Civil War did not issue regular dog tags, so soldiers
often used civilian merchants (Sutlers) that followed the regiments to make
personal ID badges and tokens using medal letter and number punches to
hammer out the ID tags. Soldiers were concerned that, if they were killed,
their remains could be identified for proper burial.
Regiment lost during service 6 Officers and 120 Enlisted men killed and
mortally wounded and 100 Enlisted men by disease. Total 226.
SERVICE.—Campaign from the Rapidan to the James May 3-June 15,
1864. Battles of the Wilderness May 5-7; Spottsylvania May 8-12; Ny
River May 10; Spottsylvania Court House May 12-21. Assault on the
Salient May 12. North Anna River May 23-26. On line of the Pamunkey
May 26-28. Totopotomoy May 28-31. Cold Harbor June 1-12. Bethesda
Church June 1-3. Before Petersburg June 16-18. Siege of Petersburg June
16, 1864, to April 2, 1865. Mine Explosion, Petersburg, July 30, 1864.
Weldon Railroad August 18-21. Poplar Springs Church or Peeble’s Farm
September 29-October 2. Boydton Plank Road, Hatcher’s Run, October
27-28. At Fort Hays January 1 to April 1, 1865. Fort Stedman March 25.
Appomattox Campaign March 28-April 9. Assault on and fall of Petersburg
April 2, Occupation of Petersburg April 3. Pursuit of Lee April 3-9. March
to Petersburg and City Point April 18-22, thence moved to Alexandria
April 23-25. Grand Review May 23. Duty at Washington and Alexandria
until July. Mustered out July 12, 1865.
Abraham Lincoln Related
Large Wall Display of Abraham Lincoln’s Head In Plaster
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116 c. 1865 Lincoln Memorial Period, Near Life Size Head of
Abraham Lincoln, Cast Plaster, Very Fine. This antique,
apparently life-sized Plaster of Abraham Lincoln’s Head is meant to
hang on display on a wall, as this Plaster Head of Abraham Lincoln
has a small iron ring cast into the far back edge of the head for use
in hanging for display There is no date, maker’s mark or place of
manufacture. The head measures about 10” wide x 16” long and
weighs about five pounds or so.
This casting, was possibly taken from a statue, was very likely
made in memorial to Lincoln, in the time period shortly after his
assassination. There is some slight rub overall, as is to be expected.
It is certainly a most impressive rendition of Lincoln with a dramatic
appearance and the first we have offered. Overall, it is in museum
quality condition, ready for placing on display.......... (800-1,000)
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Decorative Arts
“Hiker In The Mountains”
Signed By Artist “G. Wiegand”
“AMERICA” Hand-Colored Engraving Published In 1799
( Our Cover Illustration )
117 March 26th, 1799-Published Dated, Hand-Colored Engraving
entitled, “AMERICA” by G. Thompson, No. 43 Long Lane,
West Smithfiled, Choice Very Fine. This lovely, 7.25” x 5.5”
period Hand-Colored Print displays a large Native American Indian
standing at center with his feathered headdress, bow and arrows
carried on his back, a large tomahawk in his left hand, while smoking
a long tobacco pipe in his right. In the background is a small dog,
waterfall, and an Indian village and a young Indian maiden reaching
into a large barrel of Tobacco leaves. The light tan period paper is
evenly in appearance while the blue, green, yellow and red colors
are very pleasing. This is a very nice example showing the classic,
period representation of “AMERICA” in the eyes of the Europeans.
This print has an “Old Print Shop” New York clipped label with
it and is a classic image of “America” that would be excellent to
frame for hanging on display................................... (1,400-1,800)
118 GUSTAVE ADOLPH WIEGAND (1870 - 1957). American
Impressionist Artist. Late 19th to early 20th Century, Original
Oil Painting, on a Wooden Panel entitled, Hiker in the Mountains,
Signed at the lower righ, “G. Wiegand,” measuring 9.5” x 7.5”
and nicely presented in a gold leaf frame to overall size of 13.5” x
11.5” and ready for hanging on display. There is some very minor
retouch to upper and left edges. This is a wonderful American
Impressionist Oil Painting of a Western Mountain Pass Landscape,
showing a sole individual hiking, painted on board and Signed by
the artist, “G.(ustave) Wiegand” at the lower right corner, Choice
Extremely Fine.
Gustave Wiegand was born in Bremen, Germany in 1870. Wiegand
studied at the Royal Academy in Berlin and The Royal Academy of
Dresden and also worked under Eugen Bract and William Merritt
Chase in New York. He belonged to the Salmagundi Club, the
Allied Artists of America, and the New York Society of painters.
His works are in the collections of the Brooklyn Museum, the
National Arts Club in New York City, and the Newark Museum.
During his career, he won numerous prizes and medals while
exhibiting at the National Academy of Design from 1894-1900
(prize 1905), the St. Louis Exposition of 1904 (medal), the Allied
Artists of America in 1937 (prize), and the World’s Fair in St.
Louis (medal)........................................................... (2,500-3,000)
Wonderful George Washington Lithograph
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119 1932, Color Lithograph of George Washington, After the
Painting by Gilbert Stuart, Edwards & Deutsh Litho Co.,
Chicago, Illinois, Mint. 23.5” x 17.5” image, with wide selvage
and bottom to 25.5”, and facsimile signature, “G Washington.” This
portrait was reproduced as a ten-color litho with a canvas finish
that gives it the appearance and texture of a genuine oil painting.
The manufacturing process took two months to complete, and the
print run produced limited editions. A pristine example, suitable
for matting and framing................................................. (350-400)
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Historic Paul Revere Print
“In Cambridge New England” Half-Plate View
Signed In The Copper Plate by Paul Revere
1804 Dated Liverpool Creamware Pitcher
With Arms of the United States and
Quote by Thomas Jefferson
121 c. 1804, Large Liverpool Creamware Masonic Pitcher,
Decorated with an American Sailing Ship and Arms of the
United States with the date 1804, Very Rare, Near Mint. This
large size, English made, creamware pitcher, is decorated on one side
with a multicolored transfer print of Masonic symbols, including the
“All Seeing Eye,” the compass and square, a beehive, “G” within a
star, 2 pillars, and more. The inscription below reads, “United for
the benefit of Mankind.” The other side depicts a sailing ship flying
a huge American flag. On the front of this pitcher is the American
coat-of-arms with 13 stars above and 2 more beside the eagle’s neck.
The inscription reads, “Peace, Commerce and honest Friendship
with all Nations - Entangling Alliances with none - Jefferson Anno Domini 1804.” Trimmed in reddish-brown around the rim,
this pitcher measures 10.25” tall and about 7” in diameter. Aside
from some light soiling on the handle, this pitcher is almost like
new, with no chips or cracks. Some minor manufacturing flaws
appear here and there, but do not affect the designs. A very rare
and important Masonic Pitcher................................ (2,400-3,200)
Patriotic Zachary Taylor 1848-1850 Glass Flask
120 c. 1767, Paul Revere Engraving, “In Cambridge New England,”
Reprint of 1875, Half-Plate View Off of The Original Copper
Printing Plate, Signed In The Copper Plate by Paul Revere,
Choice Near Mint. This is an 1875 Restrike from the original Paul
Revere Engraved Copper Plate, which was originally produced about
1767. This engraving was done from original artwork by the artist,
J. Chadwick, titled, “Harvard College In Cambridge New England.”
This print was produced from half of the original plate engraved by
Paul Revere, and has his name Inscribed as Engraver and identified
within matrix, “P Revere Sculp(tor).” The print itself measures
approximately 10.5” x 7.5” and is matted and framed (frame size
18.5” x 15.5”). We have not examined this print outside its frame.
This print is in superb condition, having some very thin dark lines
here and there from scratches on the original plate. We have seen a
prior pricing with a value of $2,550 listed for this item, some years
ago. This is an extremely rare original reprint off of the original
copper Paul Revere engraved plate. It is the very first we have
encountered and offered. Nicely professionally matted framed in
a modern black painted wood with inner gold trim, protected by
plexiglass and is ready for hanging on display........ (2,500-3,000)
122 c.1850, Patriotic Zachary Taylor, Aqua-Green, Glass Flask,
Near Mint This aqua-green, blown-glass flask is made to honor
Major General (and later United States President) Zachary Taylor.
The cast portrait of Old Rough and Ready, as Taylor was known,
appears on one side of the flask. The raised central portrait of
General George Washington appears on the opposite side. On
this flask, there are no captions surrounding either portrait. This
pleasing flask measures 7.25” x 4.75” in pint size. It exhibits well
and is in Near Mint condition........................................ (250-350)
Taylor (1786-1850) was inaugurated as the 12th President of the United
States on March 5, 1849, and died in office little more than a year later,
on July 9, 1850.
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1868 Historical Staffordshire Mulberry Plate
with Heraldic American Eagle
with a Banner Reading “E Pluribus Unum”
123 1868, Historical Staffordshire Mulberry Transferware,
Historical Staffordshire - Anglo-American Ironstone Plate,
in the “Gem” Pattern by R. Hammersley, Choice Very Fine.
This impressive Plate measures 7.75” in diameter and carries the
“R. Hammersley” mark on its back, along with an English Registry
mark which identifies the date of manufacture as April 23, 1868.
This beautiful Plate feature central images of a spread wing, Federal
type Heraldic American Eagle perched on a Federal Shield with a
banner beneath that reads, “E Pluribus Unum”. This pattern also
features a fairly wide, aesthetic design, geometric border being
the Mulberry Transferware pattern Ironstone, produced by for the
American Market. This beautiful Mulberry Transfer Decorated,
Staffordshire Ironstone Plate is in very nice condition. There are
no chips, cracks, repairs or physical damage of any kind. The
transfer decoration is dark, bold and beautiful while the pottery
ground has some expected very light tone. Overall, this is a well
preserved example of this outstanding Historical Staffordshire.... ....................................................................................... (350-550)
First World War Textile
“THE FAREWELL” Silk Bandanna
125 c. 1916, First World War “THE FAREWELL” Silk Bandanna,
Extremely Fine. Variant of No. 794 in “Threads of History” (see
page 322), this one with a different border and lacking the “Greetings
Camp McClellan, Ala.” imprint. 14.75” x 15.25,” printed in blue ink
on white silk, with a patriotic red, white and blue border featuring
flag motifs. At center a young couple smooches in front of an
American 48-Star flag (Incorporated to 48 Stars in 1912 with the
addition of New Mexico) and two battle scenes; an Eagle hovers
above with a banner in its beak: “THE FAREWELL.” Beneath is
a short poem of fond remembrance. Ex-Mastai Collection, with
red-lettered stamp impression in lower right-hand corner. Very
light toning and occasional staining. Some slight pulls and tears,
with holes in the lower right corner and at center, affecting one
word in the last line of the poem.................................... (275-350)
“Remember the Maine!”
Glass Pitcher
Portraying Admiral Dewey & “USS Olympia”
126 “U.S. BATTLESHIP MAINE” Embroidered Handkerchief,
Choice Near Mint. 17.75” square, white cloth kerchief with a
colorful embroidered depiction of the Battleship Maine. Brilliant
white, blue, red, green, and light brown threads enhance the imagery.
Lightly toned cloth......................................................... (150-225)
Collectable Textile of The “Fab Four” The Beatles
124 c. 1898, Spanish American War, Clear Glass Souvenir Pitcher,
With Portrait of Admiral Dewey and His Ship, The “U.S.S.
Olympia,” Choice Near Mint. This handsome, unmarked, clear,
molded glass pitcher, measuring 9” tall by 8” wide at its widest
point, has a variety of raised images of military equipment, flags,
the ship “Olympia,” and a portrait of Dewey. A souvenir of the brief
Spanish American War of 1898, this pitcher is in superb condition,
with almost no wear. There is a small chip and 2 small cracks in
the foot, otherwise this piece is like new. With the U.S.S. Olympia
as his flagship, Dewey attacked the Spanish fleet at Manila in the
Philippines on May 1st, and within 6 hours had destroyed the Spanish
fleet, forced the surrender of the commander, all without the loss
of a ship or a single American casualty. A wonderful souvenir of
a great American Naval Victory.................................... (275-325)
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127 (THE BEATLES). Late 20th Century, Black Cloth Textile of
The “Fab Four,” The Beatles, with their white print portraits and
facsimile signatures of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George
Harrison, and Ringo Starr. It measures approximately 45” x 42” in
Choice Extremely Fine. The material is in terrific condition, with a
small stain on verso. A wonderful, collectable memento, possibly
sold at stores like Spencers, from the rein of Beatlemania............ ....................................................................................... (300-350)
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1793-Dated Post Revolutionary War Era
American Sampler
Historic Photography
“SPLENDID DAGUERREOTYPE MINIATURES”
128 1793- Dated Post Revolutionary War Era, Sampler, Colored Silk
worked on Linen, With Name, Age and Dated, Plus Alphabet,
Framed, Choice Very Fine. This original Hand-stitched Sampler
was worked by, “1793 - (—) Van Duyne - Born October the - 29th
the year 1777”, with added alphabet above and being unfinished
below, measuring 11.25” x 9” and nice professionally mounted
and framed in a modern wooden frame to 15” x 12” overall and
is ready for hanging on display. An excellent quality, somewhat
simple sampler, made by a young 16 year old girl, who was born
in 1777 during the American Revolutionary War. This is a nice
decorative example of Americana which was said to have come
from New York.............................................................. (700-800)
130 c. 1850, Advertising Broadside for Daguerreotypes by E.S.
Hayden, American Office Print, Waterbury, CT, Choice Very
Fine. Measuring 12” x 10,” this Printed Broadside has some small
sealed splits in the upper corners repaired from the blank reverse.
The paper is toned, but the printing is bold with an ornate border
design. Its headline reads, “SPLENDID DAGUERREOTYPE
MINIATURES, Taken in Every Style by E. S. HAYDEN.” The
advertisement has blank spaces left for the City and Hotel (to be
completed by hand), that this traveling photographer is staying,
ready and waiting for hire.............................................. (200-300)
c. 1870s Four Large Hand-Colored Photographs of Japan
1819 Dated Early Poughkeepsie, New York Made Sampler
129 1819-Dated, Sampler, Colored Silk worked on Linen, With
Name, Age, Place and Dated, Plus Alphabet and Verse, Framed,
Choice Very Fine. This original Hand-stitched Sampler was
worked by, “Hanna Maria Van - Dyne age 15 years - Poughkeepsie
1819,” with added alphabet and verse, measuring 9” x 10.25” and
with professional conservation mounting, and placed into a lovely
modern golden wood frame to 13” x 14” being ready for display.
One small thin hole to upper middle panel. This is a very nice
piece of American Silk worked on Linen from New York............ ....................................................................................... (600-800)
131 c. 1870 Late 19th Century, Lot of Four, Hand-Colored, Large
Size Photographs of Japan, measuring 8” x 10.5” and on 11” x
14” placed upon (3) mats, Very Fine. These four original, large
Antique Hand-colored Photographs of Japan appear to date from the
later 19th century. Each photograph measures approx. 8” x 10.5”
and is on a 11” x 14” mat. Two of the photographs are on individual
mats, while the other two photographs share a single mat, back to
back. There is a title in the lower corner of each photograph with
titles, “Dotonbori Street Osaka”; “Asakusa, Tokyo”; “Pagoda At
Nikko” and “Pilgrims”. All four photographs are in very nice
clean and clear condition. (4 images)..................... (1,000-1,200)
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c. 1870s Collection of Fifty-Three
Historic Hand-Colored Antique Photographs
of Japan Landscapes and Daily Life
132 c. 1870 Later 19th-Century, Collection of Fifty-Three, HandColored, Photographs of Japan, measuring about 3.5” x 5.5”
and on (14) 11” x 14” mats, Very Fine. This important Japan
Collection, includes 53 original antique hand-colored Japanese
photographs which all appear to date from the later part of the
19th century. Some of these photographs are landscapes and the
rest show daily life in Japan. Each photograph measures approx.
3.5” x 5.5” and is on a 11” x 14” mat. Some of the mats have two
photographs mounted on one side, and some other mats have four
photographs mounted on one side, while four of the mats have
photographs mounted on both sides.
World War I Poster
“For Home and Country” by A. E. Orr
135 1918, World War I Poster, “For Home and Country - Victory
Liberty Loan” by Alfred Everitt Orr, Choice Extremely Fine. A
great family scene graces this Liberty Loan poster (marked “2-C”),
printed by American Lithographic Co. in New York, and signed in
print by the artist, Alfred Everitt Orr. This bright, attractive 30” x
20” poster is in excellent condition, with a 1” tear in the top margin
and 3 more in the bottom margin. A great First World War Poster
showing an American soldier wearing his medal.......... (275-350)
World War I Poster “Back Our Girls Over There”
Altogether there are a total of 14 display mats. Some of the
photographs have titles printed along the bottom edge, while
most are not specifically titled. Some of the mats have rounded
or chipped edges, however, all the photographs are in extremely
nice condition. A wonderful, very scarce collection of 53 early
Japan Hand-Colored images. (53 images).............. (2,000-3,000)
Showboat “Wonderland” Photo on Glass Negative
133 c. 1880, Showboat “Wonderland,” Photo on Glass Negative,
Extremely Fine. 4” x 5.25”. Black-and-white negative image of
the Showboat “Wonderland” docked at the river’s edge appears on a
glass plate, 5” x 7”. Fantastic historical photo, showing passengers
or workers on deck, and several American flags waving above the
Captain’s bridge. A wonderful, “Wonderland” image.(300-400)
136 370217924823 c. 1918, World War I Poster, “Back Our Girls
Over There” by Clarence Underwood, issued by the Y.W.C.A.,
Choice Very Fine. This colorful First World War Poster with a
great scene of a American woman telephone operator, was printed
for the Young Womens Christian Association (YWCA) and painted
by Clarence Underwood, whose printed signature appears in the
lower left corner of the scene. Printed on a light weight paper,
this 28” x 21” poster is generally in very nice condition, with an
archivally repaired 4.5” tear at the top center, and a .5” tear in the
right margin. An attractive and probably very scarce poster........ ....................................................................................... (275-350)
Historic Posters
Rare Poster Advertising “Frank Leslie’s Publications”
134 c. 1860, Advertising Poster for “FRANK LESLIE’S
PUBLICATIONS,” New York, Choice Very Fine. 46.5” x 33”,
with archival mounting onto a larger, canvas-backed white paper.
This overlarge poster advertises in red and black type several
publications by Frank Leslie, including “Illustrated Newspaper,”
“Chimney Corner,” “The Young American,” “Lady’s Magazine,”
“Boy’s & Girl’s Weekly” and others, reflecting “Frank Leslie’s”
print empire — as he even published a magazine in German, “Frank
Leslie’s Illustrirte Zeitung.” This huge colorful poster includes
some 10 uncolored engravings—scenes from his boy’s and girl’s
magazines as well as “specimens of fashions” from his lady’s
magazine and journal. A fabulous poster, lightly toned, with a
few horizontal creases which have been expertly smoothed out
with the archival backing. Very rare.......................... (900-1,200)
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American Junior Red Cross Poster:
“Enrolling for Service”
137 c. World War I, Original “American Junior Red Cross”
Color Poster: “Enrolling for Service,” Printed by Ketterlinus,
Philadelphia, PA, Fine. This beautiful Colorful Printed Poster
asks for children of all nations and ethnicities to join the Red Cross.
The poster features a cross-section of children representing the
nations of the world, dressed in their ethnic clothing, and preparing
to sign their name to a Red Cross enrollment sheet. Measuring 21”
x 30”, the poster was illustrated by A.M. Upjohn, and drymounted
on foamcore. Mounting holes are in each corner, and there is edge
chipping and dampstaining, but the overall display value is quite
nice................................................................................. (150-300)
139 c. 1940, American Information Poster, Very Fine. Classic
30”x 20”, color poster featuring a courtroom scene with a judge
and a woman with two young girls at the top. An inset image of
two men sitting at a desk. One man is filling out a will while the
other man appears to be giving advice. The text at bottom reads,
“The LAW will dispose of your estate, unless you make a WILL”.
Printed by National Service Bureau, Inc., New York and Chicago.
Some paper loss along the right edge and lower right corner. Two
mounting holes and minor chipping along the top margin............ ....................................................................................... (250-300)
American Flag & Patriotic WW II Poster
c. 1937 Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad
“Yosemite” Travel Poster
140 World War II Poster: “WE CAN... WE WILL.. WE MUST
!,” Buy War Bonds..., dated 1942, Choice Mint. 11.25” high
x 21.5” wide, on heavy paper, multicolored, Published by the
U.S. Govt. Printing Office. An outstanding Patriotic poster. The
American flag is boldly flying from a hand carried staff with eagle
at top, FDR’s slogan in a box at left along with a small portrait of
the famous Lexington Minuteman. A vivid and bold poster, ready
for framing and display, with a very special current theme being
present............................................................................ (200-250)
138 c. 1937, Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad “Yosemite”
Color Travel Poster, Choice Extremely Fine. This original
Santa Fe Railroad Poster measures 24” x 36” and features an “Art
Photo” styled image of a water fall in Yosemite National Park. The
image is done in shades of green with an almost green version of a
cyanotype photo effect. It is shown with a soft focus, reminiscent
of the work of Edward Curtis. Text on the poster reads: “Yosemite
- National Park... in California’s Majestic Sierras.” The Santa Fe
trademark logo is printed at the lower right-hand corner of this
Poster.
This very beautiful Travel Poster is in excellent condition, with
the colors bright and vibrant. There is no soiling, discoloration
or staining. It is printed on a heavy weight, paper stock. There
is some edge wear and edge chips at the lower left hand corner
affecting the tip of the outside margin selvage area only, otherwise
there are no creases, and it looks very choice in quality. Overall,
this 73 year old Poster is 100% original in “as issued” condition,
being well preserved and it displays beautifully............ (500-600)
141 WORLD WAR II - “I’ll CARRY MINE TOO! Trucks and Tires
Must Last Till Victory,” Extremely Fine. 22” x 28”. Printed
by the U.S. Government Printing Office: 1943, OWI Poster No.
28, Office of Defense Transportation. Soldiers march off to war
in the background; in the foreground, a woman carries groceries
and other purchases. A reminder of the shortage of vital material
and the need to make everything last as long as possible.............. ....................................................................................... (175-225)
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142 WORLD WAR II - “Where Our Men Are Fighting, Our Food
is Fighting,” Extremely Fine 28” x 22”. Printed by the Office of
War Information, 1943, OWI poster No. 35. As Red, White And
Blue parachutes billow out and two paratroopers with their crated
supplies drop down, the message “Buy Wisely - Cook Carefully
- Store Carefully - Use Leftovers” is displayed on the bottom of
this poster. Stamped on the white parachute is, “North Lawndale
Civilian Defence Commission/3321 W. Roosevelt Road/Crawford
4355/Arthur Schmmel, Community Commander.”....... (150-200)
Rare 1825 Broadside of
John Q. Adams’ Inaugural Address
Scarce Original British World War II “Defence” Poster
143 WORLD WAR II - British War Department Poster, “CIVIL
DEFENCE,” Very Fine. This 14.5” x 9.75” War Poster is black,
yellow and white, very attractively matted and framed to an overall
size of “21” x 16”. Printed for H[is] M[ajesty’s] Stationery Office
by Waterlow & Sons Limited, London and Dunstable, issued by
H.M. Government. A uniformed man patrols before a row of
homes. “WE MUST BE STRONG TO PRESERVE PEACE - Join
your neighbours in - CIVIL DEFENCE.” At the bottom: “Ask at
your local Council Offices.”.......................................... (150-200)
Historic Politicals
Superb 1820 Pro-DeWitt Clinton Political Broadside
146 (JOHN QUINCY ADAMS). March 4, 1825, Broadside Printing
of President Adams’ Inaugural Address, an “Extra” Edition by
the National Intelligencer, 19” x 12,” printed on one side only,
Fine. This extremely rare printing of President Adams’ inaugural
speech fills 4 columns of the broadside printing. The text is clear
and easily readable, with some light age toning, normal light folds
and wrinkles, and minor damp staining in the right margin. The
left edge is trimmed a bit too tightly at the top, removing the first
letter of each line for over half of the column. Otherwise this early
broadside is in nice condition. An important and very rare, original,
historical text............................................................ (1,200-1,800)
1834 Republican Political Broadside
“Calumniators Exposed ... that the sheriff is on his way...”
144 April 19, 1820, Printed Broadside promoting the New York
Gubernatorial Campaign of DeWitt Clinton, 23” x 18.5,”
Large Folio, 1 page, Choice Extremely Fine. This outstanding
Broadsheet was published as an “Albany Register Extra,” in the
1820 promotion of DeWitt Clinton’s reelection bid. A follow-up
to the April 18th piece published by the same paper and offered in
a previous lot. There is some faint “ghosting” of the header print,
where this large page was previously folded and laid together;
otherwise it is very nice, bright and fresh with huge, full original
selvage margins surrounding. The support of this newspaper, in
issuing political Broadsheets like this, helped Dewitt Clinton quash
the Daniel Tompkins insurgency and win his re-election.............. ....................................................................................... (600-800)
Outstanding 1820 Campaign
Pro-DeWitt Clinton Broadside
145 April 14, 1820, Double page Broadside “Extra” promoting
the New York Gubernatorial Campaign of DeWitt Clinton
and John Tayler, Choice Very Fine. A huge Broadside which
each page measures 21” x 15.5,” 2 pages, trivial scattered toning
spots, one or two tiny holes along a vertical fold. Published by
the ALBANY REGISTER EXTRA as an unabashedly pro-DeWitt
Clinton & John Tayler election piece. Clinton was running against
DeWitt Clinton, a former friend and New York Governor. The
fight was vitriolic, with charges and counterclaims made by each
side. This was an early salvo in the “war of words” between the
two camps, eventually leading to extra Broadside editions of both
the Albany Register and the opposing Albany Argus just a few days
later (look for these items nearby in this sale). A wonderful piece
of historic and political import, ready for framing and display..... .................................................................................... (800-1,000)
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147 November 1, 1834, Political Broadside “Calumniator Exposed,”
Choice Fine. A boldly printed Broadside measuring 16” x 11.25,”
with some scattered soiling and wrinkling of the paper and normal
folds. This Broadside was printed in support of Matthias J. Bovee,
the Republican Candidate for Congress, who had been the subject
of “the foulest slanders” and ”... charged with blasphemy, with
profanity, with abusing a Minister of the Gospel, with ridiculing
the Methodists, &c. &c.” His eight supporters (who sign in type
at the bottom) warn the slanderers that the sheriff is on his way
to get one of them and is ready to get the rest if they say another
word. An extremely rare and impressively printed Broadside from
the “Jacksonian” era.................................................... (800-1,000)
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Patriotic Temperance Testimonial Broadside
148 c. 1840, “Temperance” Testimonial Broadside, Published by
Thomas C. Clarke, Philadelphia, PA, Very Good to Fine. Titled
“Chart of Useful Knowledge,” this broadside measures 20” x 22”. It
features a Temperance Testimony signed in facsimile by Presidents,
James Madison, John Quincy Adams, and Andrew Jackson, small
portraits of the first eight Presidents—through James Monroe,
extracts from the Constitution on both sides, information of the
first 26 states (Michigan was admitted as the 26th state in 1837),
and small vignettes of hospitals, churches, and asylums, as well as
an address of the Virginia Temperance Society. A large heraldic
eagle is at top center, at center is an eagle and a patriotic shield
with banner, and at bottom center is a vignetter of the Capitol. The
need for total abstinence is stressed, and everyone is urged to sign
a pledge not to drink. Browned areas in all four corners; minor
paper loss at lower left affects several words. Scattered spotting,
mostly in borders, and various edge tears. Still impressive.......... ....................................................................................... (300-400)
Original “Henry Clay”
Presidential Campaign Wall Plaque
149 1848, Henry Clay Presidential Campaign, Portrait Hanging
Wall Plaque, Published by E. Anthony, NY, Choice Very Fine.
This very rare and original Henry Clay 1848 Campaign Hanging
Wall Plaque measures 4.75” x 5.75”, with its original wire loop
at top for suspension, as produced by Edward Anthony of New
York. This is the same Anthony who later went on to partner with
Matthew Brady in the production of photo Cartes-de-Visite during
the Civil War Era. This plaque has an ornately detailed Portrait
Engraving surrounded by a reverse-on-glass painted decorative
“frame,” with its full, original paper label still adhered onto the
reverse. This is an exceptional quality example as these are usually
seen with often severe flaking on the painted border. There are a
few very minor light moisture spots on the forehead that do not
detract. The single Finest quality example we have encountered.
.................................................................................... (800-1,000)
Henry Clay was a Presidential hopeful for the last time in 1848, and these
items are clearly political, as Cass, Butler, and Taylor versions have also
been seen.
1852 Daniel Webster Presidential Campaign
Cast Iron Wall Mount Plaque
150 1852, Daniel Webster Large Size, 10.5” x 13” Presidential
Campaign Cast Iron Wall Mount Plaque, by Chase Bros. &
Co., Choice Extremely Fine. This outstanding, cast iron Wall
Plaque is cast in the form of a Picture Frame and was produced
(along with matching Plaques for Democratic Candidate Franklin
Pierce and Whig candidate Winfield Scott) produced in conjunction
with the 1852 presidential campaign by Chase Brothers & Co.
under a design patent issued on July 27, 1852. The oval Plaque
measures approx. 10.5” x 13” and is VERY heavy. It features a
high relief portrait of Webster facing left. Though unmarked, this
is a very well documented Campaign item from the pivotal 1852
Presidential Election. This very rare and very attractive Cast Iron
Daniel Webster Presidential Election Portrait Plaque is in very
good condition with no breaks, cracks, chips, repairs or damage
of any kind. It has an all over bronzed finish that is quite old but
likely not original and there is some light surface oxidation along
the left hand edge. A rare and very attractive 1852 Presidential
Campaign Figural cast iron Wall Mount Portrait Plaque, the first
of this size and design we have offered......................... (500-600)
1859 Political Broadside for a “Union Ball”
151 January 27, 1859-Dated, Patriotic Broadside for a “Union
Ball!,” Maine, Fine. Measures 14.5” x 10”. Even though Lincoln
is two years away from the Presidency, concerns regarding divisive
fractionalism splitting the Union plagued every part of the country...
particularly in stable Northeast states fearing that radical elements
in the South (and New England abolitionist states) would tear the
country apart. The broadside advertises “Tickets $1.50 Cents!”, but
softens the high price with “Supper and Horse-Keeping Included.”
Professionally repaired at fold separation from verso, makes an
excellent display piece................................................... (500-600)
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Original Tin Campaign & Parade Oil Lamp
152 c. 1860, Tin Campaign & Parade Oil Lamp, Very Fine. This
nice quality Parade Lamp has seen some use, with a dented top,
attached to its original gimbal swivel mount. It is of rounded
construction, 4.5” wide, 3” high, with greenish-brown surface patina
and soldered seams. This torch-lamp was made to be affixed to
the end of a pole for carrying in a political parade and has some
of the flax wick inside the whale oil tank...................... (200-300)
1860 Presidential Campaign
Abraham Lincoln Postal Cover
Superb “Union” Civil War Silk Ribbon
155 March 16, 1864, Union Patriotic Silk Ribbon, NY, Choice
Near Mint. 8.25” x 1.75”, Silk, with a figure of a woman beside
a Grecian style column with the word “Union” on a banner around
it. The ribbon reads, “Welcome to the 56th Regt., N.Y.S. Veteran
Volunteers, March 16, 1864.” These ribbons were given to those
who reenlisted in this particular regiment, so only a relatively few
were made and of these, a tiny fraction survived. This one is in
fine condition, with only one horizontal crease towards the top.
An Extremely rare type and really quite lovely............. (300-400)
Early American Political Parade Oil Lamp Torch Head
153 c. 1860, Abraham Lincoln Portrait Presidential Campaign
Postal Envelope, Complete with Flap, Unused, Choice
Extremely Fine. Vignette Image at the upper left is printed in
black on light tan paper. It shows an image of a beardless Lincoln
with his facsimile signature, “A. Lincoln” below. A lovely quality
and very attractive, great Abraham Lincoln item.......... (180-240)
Original Jefferson Davis & Alexander Stephens
Confederate Electoral Ticket from Virginia
154 (JEFFERSON DAVIS & ALEXANDER STEPHENS),
President and Vice President of the Confederate States of
America. Printed “Electoral Ticket For President And Vice
President,” black ink on white paper, for the state of Virginia,
approx. 5.25” x 6”, Very Choice Extremely Fine. Header reads:
“For President, JEFFERSON DAVIS, Of Mississippi. For Vice
President, A. H. STEPHENS, Of Georgia.” Other candidates for
state office are listed further below. Signed in pencil on the back
by the voter who actually cast this ballot, along with a write-in
vote: “For Congress J.B. Baldwin”, also appearing on the back.
Some minor foxing, otherwise quite clean and clear..... (400-500)
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156 Early American Political Parade Oil Lamp
Torch Head, Iron, Very Fine. This early
Civil War Ear Political Parade Torch Head
measures 9.5” in overall length, with it’s
original socket for placement upon a pole, as
well as the original flat bottom lamp, which
swings on the pole to level itself. The top part
containing the wick, which would screw off
to allow filling the lamp with oil, is lacking.
This lamp was originally silvered, traces of
which are still present around the socket. Aside
from a small dent in the base of the lamp, the
color, patina and overall condition are quite
outstanding for this early political piece........
........................................................(300-400)
157 c. 1865, Andrew Johnson CDV Photograph by Alexander
Gardner, Very Fine. 2.5” x 4”, Albumen silver print on standard
1860s double-line mount, with Gardner’s 1865 proprietary statement
in bottom margin and characteristic “Capitol Dome” backmark.
Print is somewhat faded and mount is soiled and rubbed. Johnson
paid a visit to Gardner’s Pennsylvania Avenue gallery shortly after
becoming president........................................................ (200-300)
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Peale Museum Silhouette Portrait Of Dr. George Cuthbert
158 c. 1866, Carte-de-Visite of President Andrew Johnson, Choice
Very Fine. Attractive 4” x 2.5” CDV of President Andrew Johnson.
There is no backstamp and remains very clean and sharp for the
grade............................................................................... (200-300)
Historic Americana
Early Militia Canteen Painted with Name of Owner
160 1820’s, Peale’s Museum Hollow-Cut Silhouette Portrait by
Edward Williams Clay, of Dr. George Cuthbert, Choice Very
Fine. This wonderful silhouette portrait, cut from white paper set
against a black background, is identified by a pencil inscription
made by the artist reading: “Dr. Geo. Cuthbert - 15 June 1825.”
The white paper from which the silhouette is cut, embossed with
“Peale’s Museum,” measures 5” x 3.75” while the black frame,
probably dating to the 1920’s, measures 7.25” x 5.5” (not examined
out of the frame). Written on the back in pencil at the bottom is
the name Theodore Bolton. Also on the back, at the top, in pen
is written: “Property of Miss Mary Clay Bolton - Mechanics and
Metals Bank - 204 Fifth Avenue, New York City.” The frame of
this portrait had been rebacked sometime in the mid 1900’s, by S.
Friedman’s frame shop in New York City, covering up the Mary
Bolton inscription. Part of this rebacking and Friedman’s label
remain. Dr. George Cuthbert graduated from the University of
Pennsylvania Medical School in the class of 1820. This portrait
is evenly toned and well preserved................................ (600-800)
1870s Hazard Powder Co.
“Kentucky Rifle” Large Canister - Rarity 3
159 c. 1820, Rare Early American Wooden Canteen with Name:
“T. ARENTS,” Very Fine. Round wooden canteen, constructed
with wooden staves and rounded bands and metal carrying hoops;
complete with original wooden plug. Canteen is 7” in diameter,
3” thick, with 100% original painted reddish finish and a name:
“T. ARENTS” on the front. Plug opening is chipped, but the rest
of the canteen is in wonderful condition. Original reddish paint
with little wear. Very rare, early militia canteen—with identifying
name of previous owner!........................................ (1,000-1,200)
161 c. 1870s, Original “KENTUCKY RIFLE GUNPOWDER FF”
Can, Hazard Powder Co., Hazardville, CT, Choice Fine to Very
Fine. 7.25” long x 6.25”-thick, round metal canister, with intact
cap. The body of the can is painted red with age-toned black and
white printed label on the end—illustrated with a frontiersman
with beaver hat shooting a rifle, with his trusty hunting dog at his
feet. Label with very little wear or soiling. Moderate wear to paint
finish. A second printed label around the cap reads “HAZARD’S
GUNPOWDER”—with some chipping down the middle. Similar
to the example printed on p. 165 of “Powder Cans & Kegs: the
Bacyk Collection” by Bacyk, Bacyk & Rowe (1998). Rated Rarity
3: “Uncommon.” A wonderful barrel canister variety with large
grooves along the sides.................................................. (500-600)
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Painted “Physician & Surgeon” Metal Advertising Sign
162 c. 1850, Original “KENTUCKY RIFLE GUNPOWDER”
Medium Size Wooden Keg, Hazard Powder Co., Hazardville,
CT, Choice Very Fine. Medium-sized wooden powder keg,
constructed of wooden staves held together by round, interlocking
wooden bands, is 6.25” wide, and 8.75” long, with an opening
on one end, and an age-toned black and white printed label on
the other—illustrated with a frontiersman wearing a beaver hat
and shooting a rifle, with his trusty dog at his feet. The label
identifies this as “FF”grade gunpowder. The label is similar
to an example printed on p. 167 of “Gun Powder Cans & Kegs:
the Bacyk Collection” by Bacyk, Bacyk & Rowe (1998). Very
minor wear to the wooden surfaces; some slight paint stain in one
small section of the label—not affecting the overall quality of this
item................................................................................ (600-800)
164 c. 1860 to 1880, Hand-Painted on Metal, Physician & Surgeon
Sign, Fine. This original, early 19th century hand-painted gilt
sign on tin, 9.75” x 14” long: “T.J. McARTHUR, PHYSICIAN
AND SURGEON,” no date or location. Sign is painted on a black
background, with large gilt letters. In overall Fine condition with
some light wear, a few dents, scrapes, and weathering.(600-800)
The Crystal Palace Exhibition Hall
In A Woven Silk Display
Twenty-Three Piece Set of
Early Cast Iron Kenton Circus Toys
163 c. 1890-1910, Set of Kenton Overland Circus Toys, Choice
Very Fine. This 23 piece set with its original polychrome paint
includes: three wagons, three pairs of horses with six riders, three
wagon drivers, three tuba players, three trumpet players, one calliope
player, and one polar bear. The Kenton cast iron “Overland Circus”
calliope horse drawn toy wagon measures 14” in length with each
of the four riders measuring 2.5” in height. The calliope players
looks as though he was a more recent addition to the set as his
paint is a darker blue. The circus wagon, with a 3.5” polar bear,
measures 14” in total length. The driver as well as horse riders
are each 2.5” in height.
A set with the original polar bear are difficult to find complete.
The circus bandwagon with driver and horses measures 16” in
length. Riding atop the ornate embossed wagon with a lion’s head
are three trumpet players, three tuba players and one driver. The
musicians, riders and driver are 2.5” in height. Each toy is fully
functioning. The rear door on the polar bear cage works nicely.
All of the pieces show signs of age and normal wear. Finding such
a large set of Kenton toys is a find for any early toy collector...... ................................................................................. (1,500-2,000)
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165 c. 1881, Stevengraph, Woven Silk Picture of The Crystal Palace
Exhibition Hall at London, Original Frame, Choice Near Mint.
This original, beautiful Woven Silk Illustration measures 5” x 2
3/8” and is housed in its original, manufacturer’s printed paperboard
matt and then framed in a period, ornately carved wooden frame to
an overall size of 10.25” x 7 1/8”. The Woven Silk Stevengraph
features an exterior of the massive iron and glass structure that was
originally built to house the Great London Exhibition of 1851. This
Silk View is mounted in its original, gray paperboard matt with
gilt bevel edge matt opening and printed title below the Image that
reads simply “The Crystal Palace.”. The Stevengraph carries the
publisher’s credits below the matt opening which read “Woven in
Pure Silk By Thomas Stevens, Stevengraph Works, Coventry.”
The original, printed matt is intact and attractive but does have
a light water stain along the bottom edge, not affecting the Silk
itself. The period, chip carved wood frame is in excellent condition
with light wear only. A very rare and attractive Stevengraph View
titled, “The Crystal Palace” is an excellent addition, that is great for
display to any World’s Fair Collection. The first of this beautiful
and very distinctive type we have offered..................... (325-400)
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Spectacular Handmade Quilt U.S. Flag Design Called
“The International Flag” Made of Nine Rare 39-Star Flags
From The Philadelphia Exposition of 1876
166 c. 1876 United States Centennial Period, U.S. “International
Flag” Handmade Quilt from The Philadelphia Exposition,
Likely Unique, Choice Extremely Fine. This is handmade
quilt measures a large 78” x 48” being hand-sewn and featuring a
pattern of nine smaller 39-Star U.S. flags. Each flag is bordered
by colorful, smaller flags of other participating countries at the
Philadelphia Exposition in our Centennial year of 1876. Printed
into some of the interior white borders is “Patented Dec. 28, 1875”
and this design is Listed as # 446 on page 210 of the Smithsonian
issued reference book “Threads of History.” There was either a
modest repair or an intended part of the creator’s design to the
left border, as the three flags in that location are cut slightly short.
This quilt is in excellent overall condition, with a minor 2” tear
near the center. This is the sole and only example we have ever
encountered of a “International Flag” handmade quilt design, from
the Philadelphia Exposition. It is very likely unique in its use of
these nine rare 39-Star flags! This remarkable specimen would
certainly be an important highlight, if not a centerpiece, for any
Quilt, Flag, Philadelphia Exposition, Centennial or American
Historic Textile collection.
“The International Flag” A Thirty-Nine-Star United States flag
with small flags of thirty-eight nations (labeled) around the border.
Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai’s reference book,
“The Stars and the Stripes” shows an example on page 162. The
caption says, “The ‘International Flag,’ patented in 1875, with an
unofficial total of Thirty-nine Stars in its constellation, is notable
not only for its canton — which contains six vertical ‘rows,’ three
with small stars and three with large stars—but also for its border
of small flags of the nations that were to attend the United States’
hundredth birthday party.” The header (but there are no grommets)
bears the inscription, “PATENTED DEC 28, 1875.” Colorado was
admitted to the Union as the thirty-eighth state in August 1876,
becoming the “Centennial State,” and apparently the designer of
this item guessed that Dakota Territory would become a state at
about the same time. In fact no more states were admitted for more
than a dozen years. Evidently not all Thirty-nine star flags date
from around 1889! (John Ayer, 23 April 1999)...... (6,000-8,000)
1893 Worlds Fair Mint Silk Ribbon
On Original Sales Card
167 1893, World’s Columbian Exposition, Silk Ribbon, “Home
Sweet Home” by Thomas Stevens, with Original Display
Card, From the Eglit Collection, Superb Mint. This pristine
1893 Worlds Fair Ribbon, has a woven design (not printed) of a
country house and the words and musical score to the song “Home
Sweet Home.” This 11” x 2” ribbon, in red, green, black and
blue on white, with a gold tassel, was made by Thomas Stevens
in Coventry, England, and is still pinned to his sales card. This
ribbon was in the Nathan Eglit Collection (author of the standard
catalog of Columbian Worlds Fair medals), and sold for $181 in the
June 1992 sale of his collection by Presidential Coin & Antiques
Company and still has the original tag from that auction. A truly
superb beauty in extraordinary original, fresh mint condition on
its original sales card from 1893.................................... (300-400)
“Our Hero” Charles Lindbergh Pillowcase
168 1927, Colorful Lindbergh Commemorative Pillowcase, Choice
Near Mint. 20” x 20”. This beautiful piece is centered around
a large portrait of Capt. Charles A. Lindbergh. On the top of the
pillowcase is the lettering “Our Hero”. In the lower left hand corner
is The Statue of Liberty and his starting information. “Left New
York 7-52 A.M. Friday May 20 -1927” Diagonal of that lies The
Eiffel Tower and his final information. “Landed at LeBourget
Field, Paris- 5-21 P.M. Eastern Daylight Saving Time Saturday
May 21-1927-” The pillowcase is a light green with a dark green
fringe. Very Rare. A fabulous display piece................. (300-400)
Vintage Lindbergh Tapestry
Featuring His Famous Paris Flight
169 c. 1927, “Lindbergh” Tapestry, Paris, France, Extremely
Fine. This long, 20 “ x 54” tapestry features a central portrait of
Charles Lindbergh framed against his airplane, and two more full
images of the “Spirit of St. Louis” as it leaves New York and as
it approaches Paris. Skylines of both cities are incorporated. The
original threads in gold, blue, black, green, red, and pink have
faded, but the overall image is still charming and attractive.........
....................................................................................... (250-350)
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c. 1934 Extraordinary “Folk Art” Style Handcrafted
“G.A.R.” Commemorative Frame and Collection
170 Unique, Handcrafted, Framed “G.A.R.” Commemorative
Display Frame and Assemblage of Rare 33 Medals, Ribbons &
Photos, of W.S. Kirby, a Noted Civil War Veteran (there is a
W. Kirby, listed as a member of the 50th Missouri Volunteers,
Company B), Choice Extremely Fine or better. This item is
a “One-of-a-kind”. An original labor of love and loyalty for an
ex: Civil War veteran, W.S. Kirby, who apparently served in Co.
B, 50th Missouri Infantry Volunteers during the conflict. Large,
impressive assemblage is 26.25” x 34.25”, with a magnificent,
decorated hand-carved wooden frame, into which Kirby has
inscribed drawings, photos, mementos, a postcard, and a news
clipping detailing memorable Civil War personae and colleagues
from his life. The central portion of the piece features an outstanding
display of some 33 (thirty three) different Commemorative Badges,
Silk Ribbons, and Medals dated from approximately 1881 to 1949,
the latest date found on the ornately engraved frame itself being
1977, and are in excellent overall condition, for numerous official
G.A.R. and other encampments or Woman’s relief gatherings, all
affixed to a green velvet backdrop, approx. 20” x 27.5”.
The decorative, custom commemorative wooden frame is itself fantastic!
There are various insets, including a rifle, an sword among many other
smaller insets with descriptions as to their histories and importance to
Kirby. There are also 11 informative photos on the frame — including a
few of the white-bearded Kirby himself — and having carved insignia and
brief notations. The news clipping features an obituary of his comrade
Rollin B. Glaze, a “Pioneer of Colorado,” who died at age 87 — Glaze
served three years with the 63rd Illinois Infantry and saw action in the
Battle of Vicksburg and Lookout Mountain, and accompanied Sherman
in his “March to the Sea.” In addition, on the right side of the frame is a
4” piece of a stick with a pasted image of the American flag — the stick
is a remnant of the “first flagpole raised in Lincoln’s Campaign when he
Run [sic] for President.” Also attached to the frame is a piece of a leather
drum that survived the Civil War and was carried by George Edwards.
There is just too much to properly list and this item should be inspected
closely, to be fully appreciated for all of the content.
There are a few trivial scattered dents and dings to the wood frame, and one
missing “carved buckeye” by R.B. Glaze, and the backdrop and ribbons
are aged or somewhat faded—as would be expected, but these only add
character to the piece, attesting to its unique originality.
Kirby “signs” his work on the back in a carved inscription: “Made in July
1934 by W.S. Kirby,” and inscribes the front of the frame: “W.S. Kirby
made this frame and placed all Badges And Other Things for Mr. and Mrs.
Patton”... “This Is A Fine Collection And Should Never be Destroyed.
When the Last Comrade has Passed Away You Can Look on This and
Safely Say, They are Not Dead, They Are Just Away.”
Certainly the most original, decorative and outstanding
commemorative displays recording a known Civil War veteran
we have ever had the pleasure to offer..................... (3,000-4,000)
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First Trans-Atlantic Flight Commemorative Textile
171 c. 1927, Cloth with images of Lindbergh’s Flight, by W. McG.
& Co., Choice Extremely Fine. This wonderful burgundy print on
cotton textile depicts Charles Lindbergh’s amazing 1927 journey.
Unlisted in “Threads of History.” It measures 16.5” x 16.5”, and
features various ovals which contain scenes of different locations:
San Diego, New York, Paris, the Spirit of St. Louis, and a nice
oval portrait of Lindbergh. Also contains statistics from his flight:
“New York to Paris in 33 hr 29 m”. Very nice imagery!............. ....................................................................................... (250-300)
WW II Japanese-American California Internment Poster
172 1942-Dated WW II Poster Broadside Notice. Headquarters
Western Defense Command and Fourth Army, Presidio of San
Francisco, California, May 5, 1942. Civilian Exclusion Order
No. 41, Choice Crisp Near Mint. This is an original, boldly
Printed Broadside in dark black on white cardstock, announcement
regarding Japanese Internment, 1942. 22”x14”. It is issued by John
L. DeWitt, who administered the infamous Japanese Internment
program in California. There is a printed list of four major points
under Order No. 41 to be followed. This specimen is in remarkably
choice, crisp original condition with only a hint of faint dampstain
to bottom left corner and margin, also a tiny 1/2” tear in the upper
right extreme margin, far from any text and would likely be matted
out if framed for display.......................................... (1,400-1,600)
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American Watercolor of “California Volunteers”
173 c. 1847-48, American Watercolor of “California Volunteers,”
by Charles Shoettel, NY, Choice Very Fine. This is a nice
watercolor depiction of volunteer soldiers prepared to fight in
the U.S.-Mexico War, c. 1847-48, attributed to Charles Shoettel
of New York. The painting is framed to 5.25” x 7.25”, and
features bright, detailed images of uniformed soldiers. The war
was a momentous conflict of the mid-19th century, and thousands
of Americans volunteered to fight in it. Approximately 75,000
men enlisted in volunteer regiments, and this watercolor vividly
illustrates a regiment from California. This watercolor is found in
the album of Charles Shoettel, and was bound by John Walker, of
New York City. The album was passed down by members of John
D. Ottiwell’s family—Ottiwell served in the 7th regiment of NYC
volunteers and was a delegate to the 1868 Republican Convention.
The album remained the property of the family until April 2002,
and now, collectors of Western historical memorabilia have the
opportunity to own an original watercolor from that album!........ ................................................................................. (2,400-2,800)
Prize Passage to California
Rare Gold Rush Lottery Ticket
174 Gold Rush Lottery Ticket for “PASSAGE TO CALIFORNIA,”
measuring 4.25” x 3”, Very Fine. This historic printed lottery
card stock ticket offers 61 prizes, totaling $1,000, including a “fast
horse, buggy and harness” ($400), a “diamond ring” ($30), “gold
bracelets” ($24), jewelry, spoons, and other trinkets. Printed on
coated stock, this lottery ticket is listed as “ticket No. 124”—this
is a rare item, offering ship’s passage to California during the Gold
Rush era!.................................................................. (1,000-1,500)
Special Presidential Investigation Trip
to the Mormans at the Great Salt Lake
175 January 9, 1852-Dated, First
Edition Official Imprint,
Published at Washington, DC.,
entitled “Information in reference
to the condition of affairs in the
Territory of Utah,” Choice Near
Mint. This original printed report
is 8vo, 33 pages, forwarded report
to the President (Millard Fillmore)
by the Hon. Daniel Webster. It is
clean and tight and fully genuine in
all respects. Now rebound nicely
in acid free wraps for preservation.
Here, he forwards this detailed
report of a special investigation trip
to the Great Salt Lake in the Utah
Territory.
The visit was with Governor Brigham
Young and his associates. The team of officials of the Congress of America
was treated with kindness and respect, and to an official dinner. However,
afterwards Brigham Young spoke to the large assembly and denounced
President Zachary Taylor, stating he is glad he is dead and he has gone to
hell. And, further he stated, that any President of the United States speaking
harshly of the Assembly of Mormons at Salt Lake will also die an untimely
death and also will go to hell. Governor Brigham Young states that he is
the representative of Jesus Christ on earth and he speaks through him to
his Saints there at Salt Lake. He recalls in very harsh terms the event that
took some 500 men from their ranks, leaving behind wives and children
and forced to fight for the United States in the Mexican War. He recalls
too they were on their way to the Utah Territory fleeing from the mobs in
Illinois that killed the Saint Joseph Smith and many of his followers.
The officials from the United States report back that those passing
through the Territory are in danger from hostile moves of the
Mormons., recalling killings of some of these settlers by the
Mormons. Gov. Young states he is the greatest man on earth,
greater than George Washington. The officials state that Young is
very profoundly ignorant. They also state that the Great Salt Lake
City is an excellent stopping off place for the OVERLAND ROUTE
to Oregon and California, etc. A very rare Utah, Mormon and
Brigham Young related report, and the first we have offered.......
.................................................................................... (800-1,000)
Adolph Sutro Broadside On Cloth Fabric Dated 1867
176 1867 Dated, Adolph Sutro Printed Broadside on Cloth Fabric,
Extremely Fine. This rare Broadside is printed on cloth, in bold
black ink and measured a large 21” x 17.75”. This Broadside was
issued to make everyone aware that the owner of “San Miguel
Ranch” is not responsible for any work done on a road that will
be built through his property. It is signed at the bottom, in print,
by the owner, Adolph Sutro. Some creases through the middle of
this document vertically and a few small creases horizontally. The
right hand side has some light staining, which is quite unimportant,
considering how extremely rare this Broadside document is,
specially being printed on cloth............................... (1,000-1,500)
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Original Woodblock Printing Plate
of Wells Fargo’s John Valentine
Painting of Yosemite Valley, With View of El Capitan
Attributed to San Francisco Western Artist
William Harring
177 c. 1870, Original Hand-Engraved Woodblock Printing Plate
& Print of John Valentine, General Manager of Wells Fargo,
Very Fine. 4” x 2.9” x 0.8” woodblock, along with matching
print impression from the block, matted to 11” x 8.5”. A sharp,
stern portrait of Valentine, who helped guide the prosperous Wells
Fargo company during San Francisco’s boom era. Woodblock
has a large cavity near Valentine’s neck, but is otherwise in great
condition. An image such as this would have been utilized in
print magazines or illustrated newspapers of the era.
(2 items)................................................................... (1,200-1,800)
Reno, Nevada Wagon Broadside Printed On Cloth
178 c. 1870, “J.B. RAFFERTY... BUGGIES, BUCKBOARDS...,”
Advertisement, Reno, Nevada, Schardin & Botaford’s Print,
Very Fine. This great advertising broadside is printed in blue
ink on cloth, 11.25” x 8.5”. The full text reads: “J.B. Rafferty
Manufacturer Of All Kinds of Buggies, Buckboards, Express, Farm,
Freight, Header and Quartz Wagons, etc., Constantly On Hand
And Made To Order At The Lowest Rates. All Work Warranted!
Repairing Done At Short Notice. Hard Wood Lumber for Sale.
Shop near L.W. Lee’s Stock Corrall, Corner N. Virginia and 4th
Sts., Reno, Nevada.” A simple design borders the entire piece and
a nice image of a wagon is also displayed on the upper portion of
the piece. Dampstaining along lower right corner and edges. A
wonderful display piece from the early Nevada town................... ................................................................................. (1,000-1,500)
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179 c. 1870, American California & Western Painting,Yosemite
Valley with view of El Capitan, Cathedral Spires and Bridal
Falls, Oil on Canvas, Unsigned, Believed to be Painted by
William Harring, Choice Very Fine. This wonderful painting of
the Yosemite Valley, is of the “American School” painting variety,
from the 19th century, but it is unsigned. It measures 40.25” x
27.25” and is set in a modern, gilt-wood frame. The surface is lined,
with areas of craquelure and small points of retouch. Overall, it is
a quite alluring work of art, drawing the viewer in to the sublime
beauty of Yosemite.Born in Prussia in 1812. William Harring
worked in Boston for the Louis Prang Company before settling in
San Francisco. He worked there as an oleographer at the Bosqui
Printing Company in the 1870s-1890. Harring Exhibited at the
San Francisco Art Ass’n, 1880-83; Mechanics’ Inst. (SF), 1880,
1890; Calif. State Fair, 1881. Source: Edan Hughes, “Artists in
California, 1786-1940”............................................ (4,000-6,000)
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Native American Indian Girl Cabinet Card Photograph
180 c. 1880, Cabinet Card
Photograph by Van Winkle’s
Art Studio showing a young
Native American Indian
Girl, Extremely Fine. This
wonderful 1880s Cabinet Card
Photograph shows a young
Native American Indian girl,
possibly Hopi or Spokane, in
her traditional dress, including
a finely beaded belt and
bag. The photograph is b/w,
measures 4” x 5.5” and has no
date or place. It has excellent
contrast and sharpness, with
just a slight tone spot at the
bottom edge of the 8” x 5.75”
cardboard mount. A truly
beautiful image..............................................................(375-450)
Spokane Tribe Indian Woman
Holding Traditional Papoose
181 c. 1890, Native American
Indian Woman holding Baby
in a traditional Papoose.
Mounted Photograph on
Card, Fine. This original,
Mounted Photograph, is b/
w, measuring 3.5” x 4.5”,
depicting a seated Spokane
Tribe Indian woman holding a
traditional papoose with topskin peeled back to reveal a
sleeping Spokane infant. There
is some slight foxing and age
with tiny spots and a .5” tear in
the card at top barely affecting
image, and a few scattered tiny
pinholes in the outer card from
prior display. The Spokane people lived along the banks of the
Spokane River in the northeastern portion of Washington State,
but were moved to the Spokane and Colville Flathead reservations
by the late 1870’s. The verso contains a contemporary note in
black ink: “Spokane squaw & pappose [sic].” A classic Native
American period image.................................................. (375-450)
Choice Native American Plains Indian War Club
182 Late 19th to Early 20th Century,
Native American, Plains Indian War
Club, Measuring 11” long, Choice
Extremely Fine. This rare antique Plains
Indian War Club dates to the turn of the
19th Century to early 20th Century and
was likely made to be sold as souvenirs
to travelers and tourists to through their
reservation. It has an unusual biconical
head with shaped bridge and sinew
sewing. It measures approximately 17”
long and has excellent beadwork and
overall construction. The handle is too
thin and weakly made to be used as an
actual War Club in battle. This is a fine
quality, high decorative piece, a work of
Native American Indian Art of superior
quality. This item said to have been part
of an old Minnesota collection............. ............................................(800-1,000)
Extensive Specialized Collection of 28 Original Wells
Fargo Postal Envelopes and Related Postal History Books
183 Wells Fargo Postal Envelope Specialized Collection and Postal
History Books, Twenty Eight Items, average of Very Fine.
This is an original Collection of early Wells Fargo Postal Envelopes, plus
related information, that is the effort of one collector on this extremely
popular Western Americana and Philatelic related topic. We are providing
a simple listing of each item below. We strongly suggest that interested
bidders view each individual Postal Cover comprising this collection
which can be viewed in full and in detail on our auction website:
www.EarlyAmerican.com.
1.1850’s, Gold Rush Era, Wells Fargo & Co. Cover, Mailed from
Sonora, . .................CA to San Francisco, with very rare green “Express”
cancellation, Very Fine.
2. Wells Fargo & Co. Cover, Civil War Era, Mailed from Benicia, California
to Yreka City, Very Fine.
3. Civil War Era, Wells Fargo & Co. Cover, Mailed from Visalia, CA to San
Francisco, with “Express” instead of date in cancellation, Very Fine.
4. 1860’s, Pacific Union Express Co. Cover, Mailed from Santa Rosa,
California to San Francisco, Extremely Fine.
5. Civil War Era, Langton’s Pioneer Express Cover, Mailed from Forest
City, California, also stamped by Wells Fargo & Co. at Marysville, CA,
Very Fine.
6. 1860’s, Wells Fargo & Co. Cover, Mailed from Elko, Nevada to San
Francisco, Choice Very Fine.
7. 1860’s, Pair of Wells Fargo & Company Covers, Mailed from Gilroy
and Downieville, California, (2) items. Choice Very Fine.
8. 1870’s-1880’s, Lot of (3) Wells Fargo & Co. Covers, Mailed from Santa
Barbara, San Jose, and Marysville, California, Fine to Extremely Fine.
9. c. 1869, Wells Fargo & Co. Cover, Mailed from Treasure City, Nevada
to San Francisco, CA, Choice Very Fine.
10. 1869 Postally Used, Wells Fargo Cover, Mailed from San Luis Obispo
with “Express” cancellation, Very Fine.
11. 1886, Wells Fargo & Co. Cover, Mailed from Portland, Oregon to San
Francisco, CA, with “Express” cancel, Very Fine.
12. Ten Postally Used, Wells Fargo & Co. & Western-related Postal Cover
Envelopes, Lot of Ten, average Fine.
13. March 30, 1978, Auction Catalog for Sotheby Parke Bernet Stamp
Auction Co., 9.25” x 8.5”, 64 pages plus covers. Sale was for “Western
Expresses - Postal History.” Fine.
14. 1965 Booklet, “Stage Lines and Express Companies in California” by
Waddell F. Smith. 9” x 6”, 24 pages plus covers. Very Fine.
15. 1936 Booklet, “Pony Express” by Edward S. Knapp. 9” x 6”, 28 pages
plus covers. Very Fine.
16. 1926 Book, “The Overland Mail” by Le Roy R. Hafen, 9.5” x 6.5”,
361 pages plus covers. Fine.
A nice collection that would be a good core to collecting this historic
Western field within the Philatelic realm.
(28 items)................................................................. (4,000-5,000)
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Judaica
Fossils and Meteorites
1772 “Aaron Lopez” Very Rare & Historic Colonial and
Revolutionary War Era Jewish Merchant Signed Receipt
184 November 12, 1772-Dated, Manuscript Document Signed,
“Aaron Lopez” at Newport (Rhode Island), being a receipt
form, tipped to a larger collector page, Choice Very Fine. This
high quality, original document has the signature of Aaron Lopez,
the important Hispanic Jewish Revolutionary Era Entrepreneur
and Colonial Rhode Island Merchant. It is boldly Signed “Aaron
Lopez” in a bold, beautiful and sweeping calligraphic style hand
measuring a large 2.75” long. This document measures 3” x 7”
has some original folds and has been tipped to a larger page for
display. It is easily readable and very clearly written, with a pleasing
overall appearance. In 1740, Aaron Lopez and his family landed in
New York after fleeing religious persecution in their homeland of
Portugal. They arrived in the emerging New World Colony with
the hope of freely practicing the traditions and cultural enjoyments
of their Sephardic Jewry heritage. In 1752, Lopez then moved to
Newport Rhode Island and quickly established himself as a major
and important merchant.
The following excerpt from the book “Aaron Lopez.- Merchant
King Who Kept The Revolutionary Army Supplied” by Seymour
“Sy” Brody, best describes the man and the important role he
played in American history, in part:
“Aaron Lopez was a major factor in the Colonies’ ability to continue
to revolt against the British in their quest for freedom. He is said
to have owned, whole or in part, 30 transoceanic ships and more
than 100 coastal vessels that became an important delivery arm for
supplying sorely needed supplies to the Revolutionary Army.
Despite the pressure put on his ships by the British to prevent them
from supplying the Colonial Army, his ships managed to deliver
the materials needed for the Revolution. Lopez was a power in
Newport, Rhode Island, for years, when the port city was described
as a shipping center that “New York can never hope to rival.” One
of the reasons for this was Rhode Island’s great religious liberalism,
which attracted a substantial community of well-educated and able
Jews, the most affluent in the Colonies. Lopez, who was born in
Portugal in 1731 and died in Newport in 1782, was one of the most
outstanding Jews. He was described by Ezra Styles, Christian
pastor and president of Yale, as “a merchant of first eminence; for
honor and extent of commerce probably surpassed by no merchant
in America.” Newport’s shipping industry was most important to
young America’s growing strength and power that enabled it to
revolt.
Lopez was also recognized as a promoter of friendly relations
between the faiths. He was respected by Christians and Jews alike,
and no ship ever left his dock on either’s Sabbath, Lopez personally
laid the cornerstone of Touro Synagogue in Newport, which is
now a Federal Shrine. In strong sympathy with the Revolutionary
patriots, Lopez fled Newport when the British attacked. Although
Newport was ruined in the war, he did attempt to return when peace
was won, but he was killed in an accident on the way.”
This is an important item, that is excellent for display, which is
related to Colonial American, Revolutionary War and the role of
this historic Jewish figure........................................... (800-1,000)
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185 Museum Quality Complete Mammoth Tooth From Alaska.
This large 10.5” x 6” brown mammoth tooth is complete, even
with its root, which is normally damaged or missing entirely.
Mammoths from Alaska are 20,000-50,000 years old. Mammoth
teeth are the largest teeth of any animal known, including dinosaurs.
The grinding top of the tooth can be used to estimate the age of
the mammoth when it died. The mammoth tooth has alternating
layers of enamel and dentine. Since the tooth grew by one layer
per year, we can set the approximate age by counting the different
enamel layers. This tooth has at least 38 enamel layers, giving the
mammoth an age of approximately 38 years at the time of death.
....................................................................................... (600-800)
10,000 to 25,000 Year Old Mammoth Tusk
186 Near Complete, 10,000 to 25,000 Year Old Mammoth Tusk.
This beautiful 30”x3”, polished Mammoth tusk, is nearly complete
with the diagnostic curve for a Mammoth tusk missing only the last
5 - 7 inches of the tip. Highly desired by both collectors and artists
as the only legally traded ivory. Wonderfully colored in various
shades of orange, beige, brown and black, it somewhat resembles
a piece of petrified wood. In addition, the internal ivory is still
solid and intact. This is one of the most complete tusks dredged
from the North Sea near Rotterdam. Most pieces found are small,
usually called bark. A tremendous value for the collector who
doesn’t have the $15,000 - $20,000 for a complete specimen.......
.................................................................................... (800-1,000)
187 Excellent Seven Pound Iron-Nickel Meteorite This excellent
quality seven pound Iron-nickel measures 5” x 4” x 3”. It fell in
Nantan County, China in 1516 A.D. We know the exact age as
its dramatic explosion was recorded in Chinese historical text. As
such it is the first date meteorite fall. Most of the Nantan meteorites
are heavily corroded because they have been buried for nearly 500
years. This superior specimen is the exception as it has a uniform
steel-gray color with virtually no rust. 93% iron, 7% nickel........ .................................................................................... (800-1,000)
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Massive 31.5 Pound Nantan Meteorite
188 Huge 31.5 Pound Nantan Meteorite. 10” x 8”, 31.5 pounds.
This huge, museum size Meteorite is composed of 92.35% Iron,
6.96% Nickel, as well as small amounts of Iridium, Gallium and
Germanium. This famous meteorite fell during the Ming Dynasty
in 1516 A.D. and was recorded by Chinese historians at that time.
This specimen is completely natural and intact after being buried for
442 years. The surface varies from tan to orange due to oxidation
of the iron. One end clearly shows the typical brown iron surface.
A beautiful piece...................................................... (1,800-2,400)
Huge 51.2 Pound Meteorite
191 Huge 51.2 Pound Campo del Cielo Iron-Nickel Meteorite.
Argentina. At 51.2 pounds, this is the heaviest complete meteorite
we have ever had in auction. Measuring 11” x 10” x 5” inches,
with excellent shape and many regmagylpts, the highlight would
have to be the gigantic regmaglypt measuring 3.5” x 3.5”. Campo
del Cielo translates as “Valley of the Sky” and fell more than 4000
years ago in Gran Chaco, Argentina. These meteorites were written
about by Spanish explorers in 1576 and a huge 60 ton meteorite
was taken back to Spain and melted down for its iron. The best
specimens of Campos such as this have been found higher up in
the mountains and are in better condition then those found down
in the valley. A small 5 pound Campo sold for over $3000 in a
New York auction in September 2007..................... (4,000-5,000)
Historic Guns
189 Slice of a Rare Pallasite Meteorite. Kansas. The rarest of
all meteorites are the stony-iron meteorites known as pallasites.
This type of meteorite originated in the mantle-core boundary of
a very large planetary body that broke apart from collisions in the
asteroid belt several billion years ago. Pallasites are composed
of both yellow-green olivine and iron-nickel. The gemstones of
olivine known as Peridot are mixed in the iron-nickel matrix.
This specimen weighs 307 grams and measures 7.5” x 4.25”, and
when held up to a bright light displays several large golden colored
olivine. The Brenham pallasites were found in 1882 in Kiowa
County, Kansas. This is a wonderful chance to purchase a piece
of a rare pallasite at an affordable price. Includes an image of the
largest Brenham meteorite, 1400 pounds, ever found. Housed in
a 12” x 8.25” Ryker mount. .................................... (1,400-1,800)
Revolutionary War Period
Colonial New England Flintlock Fowler
Campo del Cielo Iron-Nickel Meteorite Slice 8+ Pounds
190 Polished and Etched, Campo del Cielo Iron-Nickel Meteorite
Slice. Argentina. This heavy, 9” x 6 Campo del Cielo Meteorite
Slice weighs over 8 pounds. It has been polished and etched
to show the interesting Widmanstatten pattern found inside the
meteorite. This specimen is complete with fusion crust all the
way around. Campo del Cielo translates to “Valley of the Sky”
and is more than 4,000 years old. This event was written about
by Spanish explorers in 1576. They took a huge 60 ton meteorite
back to Spain and melted it down for the iron. Includes a black
metal stand for display............................................. (1,000-1,350)
192 c. 1770-1780, Revolutionary War Period, Colonial New England
Flintlock Fowler by “Taylor”. Very Fine. An original Colonial
New England Flintlock Fowler by “TAYLOR”. Measures 58”
overall with a 42.25” .62 caliber iron barrel with decorative raised
sections along the top starting at the breech, most likely of earlier
French manufacture. Large English or American musket size
lock, maker marked “TAYLOR”. Iron French style trigger guard,
American brass butt plate and ram rod pipes. American stock
has wonderful lines with a fantastic “Roman Nose” form. Nice
decorative carving around the barrel tang, originally made in two
pieces (spliced just in front of the lower ram rod) or was damaged
during the period of use and repaired beautifully. Minor chips
missing around the lock mortis, scratches and dings from years
of service. American Silver wrist escutcheon shows European
influence. A wonderful example in good working order..............
................................................................................. (3,000-6,000)
Note; Gunsmiths of the period used any and all available parts many
imported or recycled from discarded or older guns and on this fowler has
a mixed appearence. They did not waste anything...
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Rare English Over & Under Flint Pistol by Durs Egg
193 c. 1770-1780, English Over & Under Box-Lock Flint Pistol by
“D. Egg, London”. Very Fine. Rare English over & under, tap
action box-lock flint pistol by DURS EGG, LONDON. Measures
7.5” overall length, two, 2”, .45 caliber round turn-off barrels
numbered; “1” and “2”. Steel frame marked with two Tower private
proofs and engraved; “D. EGG” on one side and “LONDON” on
the other with panoplys of arms. All steel parts are slightly worn.
Sliding top safty behind cock. Barrel selector lever on the left side
of frame (Tap Action). Durs Egg is one of the most desirable and
recognizable English gun maker’s. In good working order.
Ref: See; GUNMAKERS OF LONDON 1350-1850. by, Howard
L. Blackmore. c. 1986, p. 88.................................... (2,000-4,000)
Colonial Period Flintlock Musket
British East India Co. Pattern, Short Cavalry Carbine
196 c. 1805-1810, British East India Co. Pattern, Short Cavalry
Carbine. Very Fine. An original British East India Company
Pattern 1805 Short Cavalry Carbine. Measures 34” overall with
a 18.5”, .72 caliber round iron barrel. Struck with three proof
marks and two inspector’s marks. Brass regulation pattern 1805
furniture. Lock marked “TOWER”, and a small “CROWN” over
“5” (inspector’s mark), and the Indian Arsenal mark. Original
captive ram rod. Stock is solid with some worm damage along both
sides of the fore-end, scratches and dings from years of service.
In good working order............................................. (1,500-3,000)
Historic Maps
194 18th Century, Colonial Period Flintlock Musket. Fine. An
original Colonial Period Flintlock Musket, possibly French.
Measures 62” overall with a 46.5”, .69 caliber, round multi-stage
barrel with the bayonet lug missing or removed and sight added
during the period of use. All steel furniture, the butt plate is worn
through at the top. Period replaced lock engraved “TOWER”.
The stock has been broken and fixed several times in its working
life (middle of the fore-end), with missing slivers of wood from
both sides of the fore-end. This form of musket was used by the
early traders and was also very popular with the Native American
Indians. A nice untouched musket/fowler with classic lines in
good working order.................................................. (1,000-3,000)
197 1862, “JOHNSON’S MAP OF THE VICINITY OF
RICHMOND, AND PENINSULAR CAMPAIGN IN
VIRGINIA,” Printed by J. Knowles, NY, Choice Very
Fine. 18.25” x 27.5” two-color map of the Union Army’s Civil
War campaign in Virginia, based on “official maps of the War
Department.” The sheet is lightly toned with a few burns or stains,
and an edge tear, but is quite nice. The back has a geographical
index—covering the “W’s”: West Hartland (Hartford, CT) to West
Hartford (Windsor, VT)—which suggests this large, double-page
map was pulled from a larger publication..................... (250-300)
“Johnson’s Western & Eastern Hemisphere” Circa 1861
Rare American Colonial Box-Lock Pistol
195 Late 18th Century, American Box-Lock Flint Pistol. Very Fine.
Rare American box-lock flint pistol from the late 18th century.
Measures 7” overall, with a 1.5”, .41 caliber round steel barrel.
The frame is all brass with a steel trigger guard. Stock is solid
with normal age scratches and dings. Unmarked. In good working
order......................................................................... (1,000-2,000)
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198 c. 1861, “Johnson’s Western Hemisphere” and “Johnson’s
Eastern Hemisphere,” Printed on 1 sheet, published by Johnson
and Ward, New York, Extremely Fine. Printed on one sheet to
form facing pages from the Johnson’s Family Atlas, measuring
17” x 27”, hand-colored in pinks and green. Small split at top and
bottom of centerfold, easily repaired, do not detract for the overall
eye appeal of this attractive Double Hemisphere map. Just begging
to be framed................................................................... (250-300)
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Famous Signers
on Colonial Currency
Francis Hopkinson. Signer of the Declaration of Independence
from Pennsylvania.
“Declaration” Signer Francis Hopkinson Signed 1771 Note
199 FRANCIS HOPKINSON. American Author, Signer of the
Declaration of Independence as a Delegate from New Jersey,
Federal Judge, and he played a key role in the Design of the
First American Flag and design of the Great Seal of the United
States. Fr. PA-148. Province of Pennsylvania. March 20, 1771.
Fifteen Shillings. Plate B. Signed “Fras. Hopkinson.” Choice
Very Fine. Signed by Francis Hopkinson in deep rich brown ink
on this evenly circulated, and quite colorful red and black face
printed note. These Pennsylvania Colonial notes are not readily
encountered being Signed by Francis Hopkinson....... (800-1,000)
201 ADAM HUBLEY. Fr. PA-156. Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. Two
Shillings. Plate A. Signed by “Adm Hubley.” Fine....... (225-275)
Benjamin Levy. Jewish Signer of Continental and Colonial
Currency from Pennsylvania.
Continental Congress Note Signed by Benjamin Levy
Jewish American Patriot and Currency Note Signer
202 BENJAMIN LEVY. Jewish American Revolutionary War
Patriot, Signer of Continental Congress Notes. Fr. CC62. Continental Congress. February 26, 1777. Thirty Dollars.
“Baltimore” Issue. Signed by “B(enjamin) Levy”. Crisp Very
Fine to Extremely Fine. The signature “B Levy” is very clear
and nicely written in rich brown ink. A well centered and sharply
printed Continental Congress note in the highest denomination of
this popular collector issue............................................ (400-500)
Benjamin Levy Signed
February 26, 1777 Continental Note
Adam Hubley. Important Lancaster Pennsylvania Revolutionary War Military Figure.
American Revolutionary War Officer Adam Hubley
203 BENJAMIN LEVY. Fr. CC-56. Continental Congress. February
26, 1777. Baltimore Issue. Three Dollars. Signed by Benjamin
Levy. Extremely Fine. The “B. Levy” signature is written in red
ink.................................................................................. (300-350)
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200 ADAM HUBLEY. Historic American Revolutionary War
Patriot and Military Leader from Litiz, Pennsylvania. Fr.
PA-156. Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. Two Shillings. Plate A.
Boldly Signed by Adam Hubley. Choice Crisp Extremely Fine...
....................................................................................... (250-300)
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John Morton. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from
Pennsylvania.
“John Morton” Signer of the Declaration of Independence
Colonial Notes
Printed by B. Franklin
1756 Printed by B. Franklin Fifteen Shillings Pennsylvania
204 JOHN MORTON (1725 - 1777). Signer of the Declaration of
Independence, Chaired the committee that wrote the Articles
of Confederation, Delegate to the Continental Congress during
the American Revolution providing the swing vote that allowed
Pennsylvania to vote in favor of the United States Declaration
of Independence. Fr. PA-156. Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. Two
Shillings. Plate A. Signed by “John Morton.” Extremely Fine. Light
folds and conservation having a very clean and even appearance
with a clearly readable “John Morton” signature.... (1,000-1,200)
Charles Thomson. Secretary of the Continental Congress
throughout the Revolutionary War.
Colorful Red & Black
Printed Benjamin Franklin Issue
Signed By Charles Thomson
Secretary Continental Congress
206 Province of Pennsylvania. January 1, 1756. Fifteen Shillings.
Plate B. “Printed by B. FRANKLIN” Issue. Split repairs.
PMG Net graded Very Fine-20. Fr. PA-75. Split repairs. This
is an outstanding 1756 “Printed by B. Franklin” Fifteen Shillings
Pennsylvania note. It is perhaps the finest example of this issue to
be offered at auction, that was printed by Benjamin Farnklin on
his famous Philadelphia printing press, since the Boyd collection
was offered. In that sale, held over two years ago, notes of this
caliber were hammering in a range from $4,000 to $6,000 or so.
This note is nicely centered on both its face and back and has
exceptional overall eye appeal for this, or any Benjamin Franklin
printed issue. The printed text and designs are sharp and clear,
the reverse Nature Leaf imprint is strong. The legend “Printed by
B. Franklin” on the lower reverse is dark and distinct. All three
signatures are present, as well as the serial number. This is an
impressive note. One that will likely prove impossible to locate
any finer................................................................... (2,250-2,750)
May 1, 1758 Benjamin Franklin Printed
Twenty Shillings Note Delaware
PASS-CO Graded Very Fine-25
205 CHARLES THOMSON. Signature on a scarce, colorful note
Printed by Benjamin Franklin. Secretary of the Continental
Congress. Fr. PA-113. Province of Pennsylvania. May 1, 1760.
Fifty Shillings. Plate C. “Printed by B. FRANKLIN” issue. PASSCO graded Extremely Fine-40. Signed “Cha(rles) Thomson,” who
later became Secretary of the Continental Congress, and printed
by Benjamin Franklin. Light conservation noted on the holder of
this Red and Black printed note with sealed centerfold and corner
repairs. It is printed boldly with dark brown signatures of Charles
Thomson and Joseph Stretch as well as having a dark brown serial
number. The reverse is considerably lighter but with the nature
print leaf impressions still quite visible................... (2,000-2,500)
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207 Delaware. May 1, 1758. Twenty Shillings. “Printed by B.
FRANKLIN” Issue. PASS-CO graded Very Fine-25. Fr. DE60. A deft sealed edge split at the centerfold is noted on its holder.
An impressive, clean and well printed note that is very choice for
this 1758 Benjamin Franklin Printed issue................. (900-1,200)
May 1, 1758 Delaware Benjamin Franklin Printed Note
208 Delaware. May 1, 1758. Twenty Shillings. “Printed by B.
FRANKLIN” Issue. Fine. Fr. DE-60. This is a very Benjamin
Franklin printed, solid note with all of the printed text clearly
readable, with the signatures faded. The important reverse legend,
“Printed by B. FRANKLIN” is boldly printed, as is the “Lion”
vignette at top. The centerfold edgesplits have been deftly sealed.
This is a very representative and above average in quality, Benjamin
Franklin printed Delaware note..................................... (500-600)
Impressive Benjamin Franklin
June 1, 1759 Delaware Note
Exceptional May 1, 1760 Benjamin Franklin Printed Note
210 Province of Pennsylvania. May 1, 1760. Plate B. “Printed by
B. Franklin” Issue. Splits. PMG graded Very Fine-25. Fr.
PA-112. This Benjamin Franklin printed note is well centered,
extremely clean and crisp being darkly printed with three strong
brown signatures. Only 9,900 notes were printed, of which a mere
4,500 would have plate letter B. This note is Signed by George
Morrison, Joseph Parker and James Eddy at bottom and shows
only slight actual wear, having no major detractions. There is
just a hint of deft sealed centerfold edge splits as noted upon its
holder. All of the printed text is sharp and very clear, including
the reverse legend “Printed by B. Franklin”. The central reverse
“Nature Print” leafs are very distinct, making this an exceptional
quality example that is rarely encountered so choice. A note that
is rarely available in this high quality and is worthy of a serious
collection.................................................................. (2,000-2,400)
Gorgeous June 18, 1764 Benjamin Franklin Printed Note
209 Delaware. June 1, 1759. Twenty Shillings. “Printed by B.
FRANKLIN” Issue. “Period Over the center of Y” type. Choice
Very Fine. Fr. DE-68. This note is far above average for this
scarce issue, only 7,750 notes printed of the variety. The black
printed text and designs are particularly deep and sharp, adding
to its choice eye appeal. It is signed by David Hall, John Barns
and William Armstrong. There are well sealed centerfold edge
splits, and it has an overall clean appearance, being very even
in its light circulation. The reverse is printed quite bold, with
the Nature Print and Lion vignette being particularly strong and
distinct. The current 5th Edition of Newman lists this note with
a value of $2,500 in Very Fine. An excellent Benjamin Franklin
note for the type and issue, that would be excellent for a collector
looking for a really sharp and attractive example.... (1,600-1,800)
211 Province of Pennsylvania. June 18, 1764. Three Pence. “Printed
by B. FRANKLIN” Issue. Very Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Fr.
PA-115. This is a sharply printed, crisp, simply gorgeous “Printed
by B. FRANKLIN” Three Pence denomination note. It has four
nice margins, being close at right, with vivid dark printing. The
bold brown signature of “J Wharton” along with a bold brown
serial number, further enhances the very attractive eye appeal of
this historic Benjamin Franklin imprint note. The new 5th Edition
of Eric Newman’s reference, “The Early Paper Money of America”
lists a value of $4,000 in “Choice Uncirculated.” There is no listing
available for “Gem” quality..................................... (3,500-4,500)
Pleasing June 18, 1764 Pennsylvania Note
Printed by Benjamin Franklin
212 Province of Pennsylvania. June 18, 1764. Twenty Shillings.
Plate B. “Printed by B. FRANKLIN” Issue. Very Fine. Fr.
PA-126. This 1764 issue note was “Printed by B. FRANKLIN”
and has excellent eye appeal for its grade. Both the face and back
are well centered and the paper remains very clean, showing slight
even circulation. The reverse Franklin imprint line and the “Nature
Print” leafs are very clear. All of the text is well printed and easily
readable with the holder stating there to be some light conservation.
All three signatures are remain clearly readable and colorful, being
in red and deep brown, including; Samuel Neave, Joseph Stretch
and Jonathan Bringhurst, at bottom. This is a superior quality and
highly attractive Franklin note................................. (1,200-1,600)
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Continental Currency
Important $20 “Marbled Border” Note
May 10, 1775 First Continental Congress PCGS EF-40
Philadelphia Issue “Marbled Border” Twenty Dollars
214 May 10, 1775, $20, “Marbled Border” Design, Fine, Torn. A
presentable example of this uniquely designed and styled note from
the First Issue of Continental currency, $20 denomination. The
colorful red, blue and gold “Marbled Edge” paper was specially
acquired from Benjamin Franklin and is unique to this specific
issue and denomination of all Continental notes. As such, it is
one of the most highly sought and desirable notes in the entire
field of collecting. This note has a large, 1/2” wide and extremely
vivid, colorful left border design. About 1/2” of the right side is
missing, there is a thin piece of ancient reinforcement paper along
the reverse vertical fold and left corner, which should come off
quite easily. Some central pinholes also noted. Otherwise, a nice
“starter” example of this popular rarity. EX: Pine Tree, AltmanHaffner Sale, April 1975, Lot #5................................... (750-950)
Uncirculated First Continental Congress
Revolutionary War Issue
213 Continental Congress. May 10, 1775. Twenty Dollars. “Marbled
Border” Type. Minor restorations. PCGS graded Apparent
Extremely Fine-40. Fr. CC-9. This is an impressive example
of the popular, Twenty Dollars “Marbled Border” Continental
Congress type. An example is seen illustrated on the front cover
of the current 5th Edition of “THE EARLY PAPER MONEY
OF AMERICA” reference by Eric Newman. This note has deft
small sealed centerfold edge splits and remains superior in its
quality and overall eye appeal to most of this type. It has three full
large margins on both its face and back, the indent side showing
a nice colorful “Marbled Border” at left. The black printed text
and vignette designs are sharp and distinct. There is a bold deep
brown serial number and the signatures of Fred.(erick) Kuhl and
“A(nthony) Morris, Jr.” are written in dark brown and light red
ink. The text “Twenty Dollars” is printed in black, nicely centered
on the “Marbled” portion at left. This note represents a totally
unique design type, in its shape, size and format, with the “Marbled
Border” being the only such Continental issued note available to
collectors. This special paper was provided to the Continental
Congress by Benjamin Franklin. It is a classic and “Key” type
note in this field of collecting.............................. (14,000-18,000)
215 Continental Congress. May 10, 1775. Thirty Dollars. Very
Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Fr. CC-10. This boldly printed Thirty
Dollars is the highest denomination of this first Revolutionary
War, Continental Congress issue, at Philadelphia. The paper has
exceptional quality, being fresh, clean and crisp having boldly
printed text and excellent eye appeal. Both sides are very well
centered, face has tight margins, while the reverse has four full
margins. An impressive note and fairly scarce and in collector
demand, being the Thirty Dollars denomination. Ex: R. M. Smythe
and Co., Inc. Auction 75, November 1988, Lot 6.... (1,000-1,200)
Impressive Boldly Signed November 29, 1775 Continental
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216 Continental Congress. November 29, 1775. Four Dollars. Choice
Extremely Fine. Fr. CC-14. This impressive note is well centered
with all four border design lines clear on both the face and back.
Bold red and brown signatures ass colorful eye appeal................. ....................................................................................... (400-450)
Attractive February 26, 1777
“Baltimore Issue” Continental
217 Continental Congress. November 29, 1775. Five Dollars. Crisp
Very Fine to Extremely Fine. Fr. CC-15. This boldly printed
note has deep black choice printing that approaches Extremely
Fine with the signatures faded....................................... (300-400)
November 29, 1775 Note PCGS Choice About New-58
220 Continental Congress. February 26, 1777. Five Dollars.
Extremely Fine. Fr. CC-58. This note has the eye appeal of
Choice on its face, with some faint ancient traces of prior mounting
tone in each of the reverse corners................................. (300-400)
First Continental Congress Issue
Titled “The United States”
218 Continental Congress. November 29, 1775. Seven Dollars.
Philadelphia Issue. PCGS graded Choice About New-58. Fr.
CC-17. This note is very well centered on both sides within four
nice margins. A note certain to be appreciated for its strong printed
text and crisp appearance by its new owner, being so very close
to Uncirculated. Signed by John Mease and John Purviance....... ....................................................................................... (600-800)
221 Continental Congress. May 20, 1777. First “UNITED STATES”
Issue. Four Dollars. Philadelphia Issue. Choice Very Fine to
Extremely Fine. Fr. CC-65. This is the very first Continental
Congress Issue to have the title, “The United States” printed upon it.
Many consider these to be the first official “United States” notes, as
such. The current Newman reference book on page , lists a value
of $750 in Very Fine and of $2,000 in Extremely Fine condition,
due to its rarity............................................................... (750-950)
February 17, 1776 Continental PASS-CO CU-63 “SPQR”
219 Continental Congress. February 17, 1776. Eight Dollars. PASSCO graded Crisp Uncirculated-63 Superior Paper Quality
Rating. Fr. CC-30. This fresh, crisp Uncirculated note is very
impressive. The paper is fresh, crisp and clean, having rich deep
black printed text and vivid, colorful red and brown signatures. It
has four full clear margins on both its face and back, with extremely
sharp edges and corner tips on this virtual Gem...... (1,000-1,250)
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First Continental Congress Issue
Titled “The United States”
Continental Congress
First “THE UNITED STATES” Note
222 Continental Congress. May 20, 1777. First “UNITED STATES”
Issue. Four Dollars. Philadelphia Issue. Repairs. PMG net
graded Very Fine-20. Fr. CC-65. This is the very first Continental
Congress Issue to have the title, “The United States” printed upon
it. Many consider these to be the first official “United States” notes,
as such. Repaired Splits and Margins noted upon the holder. An
evenly circulated note.................................................... (500-600)
224 Continental Congress. May 20, 1777. Eight Dollars. First “The
United States” Titled Currency Issue. About Extremely Fine.
Fr. CC-69. This very popular issue note is clean and attractive
for the grade and is well printed on fresh, clean crisp paper. It has
light circulation and there are virtually full margins on all sides,
having been trimmed from its sheet from the reverse side and a
hair close at the upper right. Signed in both red and brown ink by
William Govett and Joseph Pennell. This note is one of the first
American currency issued by the Continental Congress to bear the
title “THE UNITED STATES.”................................. (800-1,000)
First Continental Congress “UNITED STATES” Issue
Rare Continental Congress April 11, 1778 Yorktown Issue
225 Continental Congress. April 11, 1778. Yorktown Issue. Five
Dollars. Very Fine. Fr. CC-72. This rare Yorktown Issue note
is always extremely popular with collectors. The reverse side is
weakly inked and the face is very well centered. A popular rarity,
the current Newman reference book on page 69, lists a value of
$1,000 in Very Fine condition....................................... (600-800)
223 Continental Congress. May 20, 1777. Seven Dollars. First
“UNITED STATES” Issue. Philadelphia Issue. PASS-CO
graded Very Choice Crisp Uncirculated-64. Fr. CC-68. This
is a gorgeous Continental note from the very first issue to have
the name “UNITED STATES” printed within its design. Thus, it
is America’s first such titled Federal currency. The margins are
even and complete, the crisp paper is fresh and bright with rich
black printed text. Rich red and brown signatures add color and
eye appeal. A significant rarity which is superior in quality to the
John Ford Jr. collection specimen............................ (2,500-3,000)
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Crisp April 11, 1778 Continental “Yorktown” Issue Note
226 Continental Congress. April 11, 1778. “Yorktown” Issue. Eight
Dollars. Crisp About Uncirculated. Fr. CC-75. This scarce
original and fully authentic Continental Congress issued note has
near four full margins and above average centering, apparently
having been trimmed from the sheet from its back. The paper is
very crisp and clean with some faint tone at the bottom and left
outer edges. The corners and margins are all sharp. There is some
light handling and is very close to full Crisp Uncirculated........... ................................................................................. (1,800-2,400)
228 Continental Congress. September 26, 1778. Five Dollars.
Philadelphia Issue. PMG graded Very Fine-25. Fr. CC-79.
This note is very even in light circulation and the holder states,
lower right corner tip restoration................................... (275-300)
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April 11, 1778 Continental
“Yorktown” Forty Dollars Note
227 Continental Congress. April 11, 1778. “Yorktown” Issue. Forty
Dollars. Extremely Fine. Fr. CC-78. This scarce original and
fully authentic Continental Congress issued Forty Dollars note has
above average centering. The paper is crisp and even in appearance
with some faint tone at the top and left outer margin edges and the
serial number and one signature have faded, with one signature
on the reverse. There is some overall light even handling and one
very light vertical centerfold. A very collectable, evenly circulated
“Yorktown” issue note............................................. (1,400-1,600)
229 Continental Congress. September 26, 1778. Seven Dollars.
Philadelphia Issue. PASS-CO graded Extremely Fine-45. Fr.
CC-80. This well printed, evenly circulated Continental note has
four full margins on both the face and back and a nice, pleasing
overall appearance......................................................... (300-400)
September 26, 1778 Twenty Dollars Continental Note
230 Continental Congress. September 26, 1778. Twenty Dollars.
Very Fine. Fr. CC-82. This note is signed in rich red and brown
by Robert Cather and Joseph Snowden. The reverse is particularly
bold and vivid................................................................ (250-300)
Choice Crisp Uncirculated
September 26, 1778 Continental
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231 Continental Congress. September 26, 1778. Thirty Dollars.
Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Fr. CC-83. This boldly printed note
has the eye appeal of Gem on its face having four full large margins
and excellent centering on that side. The reverse has three large
margins and one trimmed close. Bold red and brown signatures
add color and eye appeal................................................ (700-900)
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September 26, 1778
Fifty Dollar Contemporary Counterfeit
Georgia Currency
Magnificent 1776 Revolutionary Georgia
Colonial “Frontiersman”
232 Continental Congress. September 26, 1778. Fifty Dollars.
Philadelphia Issue. Contemporary Counterfeit. PCGS graded
Choice About Uncirculated-55. Fr. CC-85Cft. To date, PMG
shows no record of having certified even a single example of this
Fifty Dollar Contemporary Counterfeit......................... (450-550)
Choice September 26, 1778 Circulated Continental Note
233 Continental Congress. September 26, 1778. Fifty Dollars. Choice
Crisp Extremely Fine. Fr. CC-85. The paper is particularly fresh
and clean with a crisp overall appearance. The paper edges and
corner tips are very sharp and it is well printed, just close at the
upper left. Bold rich red and brown signatures add to the nice eye
appeal............................................................................. (300-350)
Connecticut Currency
PCGS Graded Gem New-65 “PPQ” Note
Tied As The Finest Certified Fr. CT-205 With PMG
234 Colony of Connecticut. June 19, 1776. Six Pence. Slit Cancel.
PCGS graded Gem New-65 Premium Paper Quality. Fr. CT205. This is a Gem quality, impressive note that has wonderful
centering on both sides with nice margins highlighting the deeply
printed text and fresh white laid paper. The cancel is virtually
invisible to the eye. This note is certified by PCGS being Tied as
The Finest Certified, according to the PMG population report..... .................................................................................... (800-1,000)
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235 Georgia. (1776) Undated. Four Dollars. “Frontiersman”
vignette. Fold restorations. PASS-CO graded Extremely Fine40. Fr. GA-80. This impressive quality note has the appearance
and eye appeal of appearing virtually “CU” on its face side, which
is well centered and boldly printed in both red and black. Every
tiny detail remains sharp and distinct, the five signatures are rich,
bold brown and further enhance its already outstanding overall
appearance. The blank reverse is completely free of notations
or any detractions, there only being some vertical folds present,
which are seen only on the reverse. Among the Finest examples
known of this scarce denomination and Revolutionary War Georgia
issue......................................................................... (4,000-5,000)
Georgia Five Spanish Milled Dollars
With “Barrel Beehive”
236 Georgia. (1776) Undated. Five Dollars. “Barrel Beehive”
vignette. Newman variety “d” with Exclamation Points in the
Border. PASS-CO graded Extremely Fine-45. “Restored corner”
noted on encasement. A very high quality Georgia rarity of this
undated (1776) issue, having bold red and black text and a black
vignette of a “Barrel Beehive” at lower right. The denomination
is payable in Spanish Milled Dollars. There are four large, even
margins the designs and text being sharp and clear. All five
signatures are written in rich dark brown ink as is the serial number.
The paper remains very clean with very light circulation or handling,
there being faint traces of prior corner mounting and expert repair
at lower right, on the blank reverse. An impressive example of
this significant rarity that has lovely overall eye appeal................ ................................................................................. (4,000-5,000)
May 4, 1778 “Rattlesnake” Seal Note PMG Choice CU-64
Maryland Currency
1780 Maryland Note
PCGS Certified Choice About New-55
237 State of Georgia. May 4, 1778. Twenty Dollars. “Coiled
Rattlesnake” Seal Vignette. PMG graded Choice Uncirculated64. Fr. GA-122. This exceptional Revolutionary War era Georgia
note has four large to huge margins that frame the bold black and
red printed text and designs. These Bills of Credit were funded “out
of the Monies arising from the Sales of forfeited (Tory) Estates.”
Serial number 2665. Five fresh, bold brown ink signatures include;
Charles Kent, William Few, William Maxwell, William O’Bryen,
and Nehemiah Wade, all adding to its very impressive eye appeal.
It is boldly printed in rich red and black on period watermarked
laid paper that shows significant original embossing of the original
press bed type still within. The blue “Rattlesnake” seal is clear,
nicely detailed and well embossed........................... (4,000-5,000)
Outstanding Georgia May 4, 1778
“Boar Charging a Spear”
239 State of Maryland. June 28, 1780. Eight Dollars. “Guaranteed”
by the United States Issue. Fully Signed. Tape repairs in upper
right corner tip. PCGS graded Apparent Choice About New55. Fr. MD-121. Only 6,922 of these red and black printed notes
were printed and all were to have been returned back in to the
Treasury by December 1786, bearing a 5% annual interest rate,
with a payment schedule printed on the lower left of the face. Fully
signed on both the face and reverse “guarantee” line. A valuable
rarity, being a bold and beautiful note in every respect................. ................................................................................. (1,000-1,200)
Massachusetts Currency
Paul Revere Engraved
December 7, 1775 “Sword in Hand”
238 State of Georgia. May 4, 1778. Thirty Dollars. “Boar Charging
a Spear” vignette. Choice About Uncirculated. Fr. GA-123. This
impressive, red and black note has nice centering and is extremely
well printed on clean laid period paper. The reverse side is free
of any notations or distractions. The “Boar Charging a Spear”
Seal vignette is superbly impressed and deeply printed in light to
a deep dark blue with every tiny detail distinct and sharp. All five
signatures are boldly and well written in deep brown ink. A very
high quality note which is listed on page 455 of the current Newman
reference book, where it is listed in grades up to Extremely Fine
with a value of $2,500 and none higher. A gorgeous, bright fresh
and vivid note........................................................... (2,500-3,000)
240 December 7, 1775. One Shilling Six Pence. Paul Revere Engraved
“Sword in Hand” Issue. Due Date of December 7, 1781. PASSCO graded Very Fine-20. Fr. MA-176. This well centered note
is fully readable, printed on evenly toned paper, with the light
brown signature of “J(oseph) Wheeler” remaining fully visible
at bottom. The reverse illustration of a Colonial “Minuteman”
holding his sword is very clear. In his right outstretched hand he
holds a copy of the “MAGNA CHARTA.” The patriotic and very
historic legend above him reads “Issued in defence of American
Liberty.” The holder notes light conservation, which refers to the
deft repair to the sealed centerfold edge split areas. According to
the current PMG “Population” report, no One Shilling Six Pence
note of this issue has been graded............................ (4,000-4,500)
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New Hampshire Currency
New Jersey Currency
One Dollar New Hampshire 1780 “Guaranteed” Note
Colorful Six Pounds New Jersey April 10, 1759 Note
243 New Jersey. April 10, 1759. Six Pounds. PASS-CO graded Very
Fine-35. Fr. NJ-132. Most of these colorful, red and black printed
high denomination notes on New Jersey have low print figures.
In this instance there is only a mere 1,834 notes authorized to be
issued in 1759. This issue was only to be circulated until November
0f 1767 and totally invalid for circulation after May of 1768. The
majority seen are of low quality, being worn and tattered. The
PASS-CO holder notes a restored center fold and we see a deft
sealed centerfold edge split. The deep red face color is quite rich
and the details far supoerior to most seen................... (800-1,000)
241 State of New Hampshire. April 29, 1780. “Guaranteed” By the
United States Issue. One Dollar. Hole Cancel. Fully Signed.
PMG graded About Uncirculated-55. Fr. NH-179. This is a vivid
red and black printed note of the lowest denomination used on the
Guaranteed series for any state. These “Guaranteed” notes carried a
5% annual interest and represent an integral series within Colonial
Currency itself. Some experts, even today, continue to argue that
these notes should still be fully redeemable with the 5% interest
compounded. New Hampshire notes on this Act are scarce and
almost always canceled such as this. The note is crisp with orange
back color that is quite strong, having the bright red ink signature
endorsement of John Taylor Gilman on the “Guarantee” line for
the United States. Only 2,900 of these notes were issued............ .................................................................................... (800-1,000)
Circulated April 23, 1761 Thirty Shillings Note
Partial 1795 New Hampshire
State Treasury “Bearer” Note
242 State of New Hampshire. December 26, 1795. New Hampshire
State Treasury. “Bearer” Note. Concord. Partial Upper
Portions. Hole Cancel. Fine. This Partially-printed Treasury
“Bearer” Note is completed in manuscript to “pay to (Revolutionary
War) Maj. Rufus Graves or bearer, Thirty three Dollars & twelve
Cents Lawful Money, out of the Treasury.” Signed by “J. T.
Gilman” as Governor. Though not listed in Newman, this form
should be considered as “Lawful Money” having the the words
“or bearer” printed upon this fiscal document. About 60% of this
document remains intact, it having appearently been partially
burnt in a fire, having traces of the burn along the bottom edge.
Ornamental border designs otherwise, completed in dark brown
ink manuscript. An extremely rare partial New Hampshire State
Treasury “Bearer” Note................................................. (300-400)
244 New Jersey. April 23, 1761. Thirty Shillings. Plate B. Very Fine.
Fr. NJ-144. This red and black printed note is very attractive and
clean for the grade, It is very well centered on both its face and
back. There is a great example of a large piece of blue thread fiber
within the paper on the reverse side, as made. All three signatures
are nice and clear and it has choice eye appeal. Only 5,000 of these
30 Shillings notes were printed, of which only 1,250 would be on
Plate B. A very pleasing, collectable note. The current Newman
reference book on page 257, lists a value of $500 in Very Fine
condition........................................................................ (350-400)
New York Currency
John Taylor Gilman was both the Governor of the State of New Hampshire,
as well as a Member of Congress from 1782-1783.
Scarce April 15, 1758 New York Ten Pounds Note
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245 Colony of New York. April 15, 1758. Ten Pounds. PMG graded
Fine-12 Fr. NY-154. This note is very well centered and printed in
deep black, with traces of the original signatures visible. It appears
to be somewhat conservatively graded, as the printed text and
designs are of Very Fine quality and the blank reverse is extremely
nice and clean. The vignette at right is particularly sharp in detail.
Only 8,000 notes were printed and there is no grade valuations for
this issue listed in Newman. Overall, this is a premium quality
example that is far above average. An excellent Type note for this
early New York issue, which only has two denominations, £5 and
£10................................................................................. (400-500)
North Carolina Currency
Sheet of Three 1771 Notes PASS-CO Choice CU-63
246 North Carolina. December 1771 Act. Uncut Sheet of Three Notes.
Denominations include Two Shillings Six Pence “House,” One
Pound “Bear,” and Ten Shillings “Ship,” PASS-CO graded
Choice Crisp Uncirculated-63. Fr. NC-136, 138 & 139. This
original Sheet includes: 2s6d, “House” vignette; £1, “Bear” vignette
and 10s, “Ship” vignette. Each of these three notes have red and
brown signatures. Four Jumbo sheet margins surround the notes.
There is some light “press bed ink smudging” on the face side as
noted on the holder. This was caused from the heavily printed ink
not having been fully wiped clean from the printing plate. The
blank reverse remains very quite fresh and also shows a trace of
the printer’s fingerprint. (3 note sheet)................... (1,200-1,500)
Beautiful Gem Uncirculated April 3, 1772 One Shilling
The Single Finest PMG Has Certified
248 Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. One Shilling. Plate B. PCGS graded
Gem New-65 Premium Paper Quality. Fr. PA-154. This PCGS
certified note is tied with just one other, also graded as The Finest
Certified by PMG, also graded as Gem New-65 “PPQ” according
to the PMG population report.................................. (1,200-1,400)
Very Choice Uncirculated April 3, 1772 Pennsylvania Note
Pennsylvania Currency
“Relief and Employment of the Poor in Philadelphia” Note
247 Pennsylvania. March 10, 1769. Ten Shillings, “Relief and
Employment of the Poor in the City of Philadelphia” Issue.
Light conservation. Very Fine. Fr. PA-143. The current Newman
reference book on page 346, lists a value of $2,000 in Fine, and
having a dash in Very Fine condition due to its rarity................... ................................................................................. (1,000-1,200)
249 Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. Eighteen Pence. Plate A. PCGS
graded Very Choice New-64. Fr. PA-155. This is a nicely centered,
extremely crisp note which has four full obverse margins and is
in truly remarkable quality from being printed in 1772. The deep
black printing and strong brown signatures add rich contrast color
and eye appeal. The edges and corner tips are all razor sharp...... ....................................................................................... (600-800)
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Virginia Currency
The Single Finest Note Certified By PMG GEM-65 “EPQ”
Finest PMG Certified Virginia May 1, 1780 Seven Dollars
250 Pennsylvania. March 25, 1775. Fourteen Shillings. Plate
B. “Lighthouse” Issue. PMG graded Gem Uncirculated-65
Exceptional Paper Quality. Fr. PA-173. Only 3,000 notes were
printed, of which only 1,500 would bear plate letter “B”. This
note is currently listed as being the Finest Certified by PMG....... ................................................................................. (1,200-1,600)
EX: Stack’s John J. Ford, Jr. Collection Part XV Auction, October 2006,
Lot 8586, (1 of 2 notes).
PCGS Graded Gem New-65 “PPQ”
Bank of North America Colonial Note
252 State of Virginia. May 1, 1780. Seven Dollars. “Guaranteed”
by the United States Issue. Fully Signed. PMG graded Gem
Uncirculated-66 Exceptional Paper Quality. Fr. VA-176. This
amazing note has exceptional overall eye appeal. It is fully signed,
with two signatures on its face, and properly countersigned on the
verso. Written date ‘Oct. 9, 1781.’ This is a bold example from
the Ford Collection, as noted on the holder. The face and back
margins are full and complete, not often seen on any “Guaranteed”
issue notes. This is a spectacular beauty, that is the single Finest
PMG Certified Seven Dollars and it is also tied with just one Three
Dollar note, as the Finest Certified for this entire May 1, 1780
issue. A note for the collector wanting the very Finest Certified.
................................................................................. (3,000-4,000)
Virginia 1781 Five Hundred Dollars Note PMG AU-50
251 Pennsylvania. August 6, 1789. One Penny “Specie” or $1/90.
Bank of North America, Philadelphia. PCGS graded GEM
New-65 Premium Paper Quality. Not listed in Friedberg. An
outstanding, major Colonial note rarity, worthy of a top quality
collection. This “One Penny Specie” denomination is extremely
rare, being the only $1/90th denomination, in the entire field of
Colonial Currency. This note has four very large to Jumbo margins,
both the face and back, the left side being an original Jumbo sheet
edge margin. The bold black printed text is sharp and distinct, the
paper is as clean, bright and fresh as the day it was printed. A
superb note with a magnificent, premium quality appearance...... ................................................................................. (2,500-3,000)
253 Treasury of Virginia. May 7, 1781. Five Hundred Dollars. PMG
graded About Uncirculated-50. Fr. VA-221. This impressive
looking note has excellent centering and is well printed on clean
laid period paper. The blank reverse side is free of any notations
or distractions. All three signatures are boldly and well written in
deep brown ink. A very high quality note which is listed on page
455 of the current Newman reference book, where it is listed in
grades up to Extremely Fine with a value of $650 and none higher,
such as for this attractive AU-50................................... (800-900)
Stamps
254 Rare Postally Used Cover with Embossed Patriotic Design. A
cover with embossed design on back flap (separated from cover)
depicting eagle and shield and the watch-words of the day “Union
and Constitution.” Red and blue accents at the fold lines add to the
presentation, scarce 2-cent black (#73) cork-cancelled, addressed
to Oil City, PA, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from
The Philatelic Foundation. (Scott Cat: $1500)............. (500-600)
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“First Flight” & “Air Mail Week” Postal Cover Collection
255 Collection of 35 Cached “First Flight” and “Air Mail Week”
Flown Postal Covers, late 1920s to 1930s or so, overall Very
Fine. This is an original collection of (35) Special US Postal
Covers, dating in the 1930s. They are celebrating the first flights
from numerous places. They include,;Bismarck, North Dakota,
Swanton, Vermont, Scranton, Pennsylvania, Buffalo, New York,
a 1929 first flight cover from Tacoma, Washington...a 1932 U.S.
Light Target Navy Plane cover, a 1938 First Auto giro Flight... and
more... also a group of 1938 National Air Mail week covers, mostly
postmarked from Western Massachusetts towns. They break down
to (23) “National Air Mail Week” covers and (12) “First Flight”
covers. Covers are dated 1929-1938 with many dates in between,
some minor faults on some, a scarce collection. Sold “as is” as a
collection, with detailed images of all covers shown enlarged on
our auction website: www.EarlyAmerican.com............ (400-600)
Beautiful Silvered One Cent
“AYER’S SARSAPARILLA”
257 EP-4A, HB-28, S-13, Reed AS01MD. One Cent. AYER’S
SARSAPARILLA, Medium “AYER’S,” Choice About New.
Rated as Rarity-1 (100 or so Known) according to Fred Reed. The
deep blue George Washington stamp is perfectly centered and in
extraordinary fresh and clean condition, with vibrant coloration.
Mica intact and in great condition with no breaks and only minimal
contact. On the back “AYER’S SARSAPARILLA TO PURIFY
THE BLOOD.” Virtually 100% of its original Silvering remains
but for some faint friction on the very highest points of the reverse
legends. There are some scattered deeper tone specks within the
Silvering which brightly highlights the text of the legends. Rarely
is this relatively more common Encased Postage Stamp found in
such high quality with virtually 100% of its original Silvering
remaining....................................................................... (700-900)
Encased Postage Stamps
of the Civil War Era
Silvered One Cent Joseph Bates “FANCYGOODS”
Extremely Rare One Cent EP-4 Small “AYER’S” Variety
256 EP-4, HB-27, S-13a, Reed AS01SM. One Cent. AYER’S
SARSASPARILLA, Small “AYER’S,” Choice Extremely Fine.
In our opinion, erroneously Rated as a Rarity-4, according to Fred
Reed. In our several decades of experience in this specialized field
of collecting, we find that this variety is actually very rare, and
far more so than Fred Reed suggests. This cataloger would Rate
it as a Hi Rarity-7+ (11 to 15 Known). Our database shows our
having sold only one example of this EP-4, “Small Ayer’s” major
type, which sold in our EAHA Auction of April 22, 2006, Lot
740, graded Choice About Uncirculated, selling for $2,125. This
current specimen is certainly ranked amongst the Finest Known.
It is better that the single specimen offered in the John J. Ford,
Jr. collection, as that was graded Very Fine and that stamp being
faded. This example has a full rich blue stamp, having some faint
tone at center and is centered towards the upper right. The above
average mica is very clean, clear and unbroken. The case is a light
golden-chestnut in color, having slight trace of any actual wear,
some scattered faint roughness and traces of original Silvering
near center. Other than some scattered reverse tone, this piece
remains very close to About New. In our opinion, this is a highly
underrated major rarity. This major listed Type certainly missing
from most Encased Postage Stamp collections........ (1,000-1,500)
258 EP-6a, HB-49, S-26. One Cent. JOSEPH BATES.
“FANCYGOODS” One Word. Silvered reverse. Choice About
New Rated as Rarity-6 (16 to 20 known) according to Fred Reed.
This beautiful encasement has only some slight wear and has a
lovely natural chestnut color with the back near 100% coated
with original Silvering. The stamp is a vivid, bright blue and well
centered. The mica is crystal clear, near perfect and clear with
just a couple of trivial laminations. This type is unpriced in “Civil
War Encased Postage Stamps” by Fred Reed in this high quality.
Since 1995, this is only the second Silvered example of EP-6a
we’ve offered, the first sold in our EAHA Auction of December
2009, Lot 529, selling for $1,416. This specimen is worthy of a
serious premium for its lovely retained Silvering.... (1,000-1,500)
Very Rare “S. Steinfeld”
New York City Encased Postage Merchant
259 EP-27, HB-221, S-165, Reed-ST01. One Cent, S. STEINFELD.
NY. Very Choice About Uncirculated. Rated as Rarity-7 (11
to 15 known) according to Fred Reed. This is a truly beautiful,
vibrant example of the 1¢, S. Steinfeld, which is a highly desirable
rarity with about a dozen or so specimens believed to exist. This
example is certainly to be ranked among the very Finest known.
The bright, fresh and deep blue George Washington stamp is highly
attractive, centered a bit to the left. It is perfectly seen through
exceptionally crystal clear, unbroken mica. The case is a beautiful
natural chestnut in color, and highlighting the sharp reverse legends
are traces of original Silvering within the central letters. Always
known to collectors as a significant and highly popular Encased
Postage Stamp rarity. This one is certainly among of the very
finest in this outstanding, high quality. This rare, major merchant
type remains one of the “Key” merchants towards completing a
full thirty-four merchant type set of Encased Postage Stamps...... ................................................................................. (3,500-4,500)
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Three Cents “AYER’S SARSAPARILLA
Small “AYER’S”
Partially Silvered Five Cents
“BURNETT’S COCOAINE”
260 EP-34, HB-29, S-15, Reed-AS03SM. Three Cents. AYER’S
SARSAPARILLA, Small “AYER’S.” Choice About New.
Rated as Rarity-4 (31 to 40 Known) according to Fred Reed.
This wonderful specimen is among the very Finest known in its
overall quality. The bold fresh red stamp has great eye appeal. It
is perfectly centered just as it was placed into the case, when made.
The mica is crystal clear and unbroken having just one trivial mica
lamination stress near the bottom rim edge. The reverse legends
are sharp and distinct. The case shows slight sign of circulation,
is a lovely natural chestnut in color......................... (1,200-1,500)
Impressive Three Cents “G.G. Evans - California Wines”
263 EP-69, HB-75, S-46, Reed-BK05. Five Cents. BURNETT’S
COCOAINE. Partial Silvering. Choice About New. Rated as
Rarity-6 (16 to 20 Known) according to Fred Reed. This specimen
is extremely pleasing, having a near perfectly centered brown
Thomas Jefferson stamp that is attractive having light wrinkles
along the face and chest, as made. It is viewed under perfectly
crystal clear, unbroken mica. The case is exceptionally clean and
defect free, being a nice original chestnut in color and having about
60% original Silvering present to portions of the sharp legends.
Previously, the finest we had offered was sold in our EAHA,
February 10, 2007 Auction, Lot 803, also graded Choice AU, at
$2,065. Overall, this is quite a superb example worthy being part
of the very finest of collections................................ (1,500-2,000)
Quality Five Cents “Drake’s Plantation Bitter’s” Rarity-5
261 EP-44, HB-117, S-85, Reed-EV03. Three Cents. G.G. EVANS.
CALIFORNIA WINES. Philadelphia. Choice Extremely Fine.
Rated as Rarity-7 (11 to 15 known) according to Fred Reed. An
excellent opportunity to acquire a high quality specimen of this
very elusive Merchant. The Stack’s, John J. Ford, Jr. Collection
Sale offered only two examples, both near this quality, each of
which sold in June 2004 for $1,495. The near perfectly centered
original bold red stamp is remarkably bright and fresh in color.
The mica is clear solid and unbroken, with two creases near the
base below George Washington’s bust. The golden-olive and
chestnut case retains significant original glossy mint luster and
the reverse legends are extremely sharp showing almost no wear.
This is one of the Finest quality examples known of the “G.G.
Evans” merchant type of this denomination............ (2,000-2,500)
Elusive EP-63 Five Cents
“AYER’S SARSAPARILLA” R-6
264 EP-74, HB-102, S-72, Reed-DR05. Five Cents. DRAKE’S
PLANTATION BITTERS. Choice About New. Rated as
Rarity-5 (21 to 30 Known) according to Fred Reed. This is an
impressive example, having a very rich, fresh looking bold brown
Jefferson stamp. The mica is crystal clear over most all of its
surface, with a few minor crazes at the lower left. The case is
a gorgeous chestnut-brown, without any distractions or defects.
There are underlying traces of mint luster within the lettering of
the sharp reverse legends. This example is apparently the Finest
we have offered, having sold several graded Extremely Fine over
the decades. In our EAHA Auction, September 27, 1997, Lot
258, a Choice EF, sold for $632 and in August 25, 2007, Lot 839,
graded Choice EF, sold for $850. A relatively scarce piece, with
only about 25 examples known to exist of this denomination....... ................................................................................. (1,200-1,500)
Scarce & Popular “Ribbed Frame” Five Cent “J. Gault”
262 EP-63, HB-33, S-16, Reed-AS05MD. Five Cents. AYER’S
SARSAPARILLA, Medium Letters. About New. Rated as
Rarity-6 (16 to 20 known) according to Fred Reed. The rich
deep brown stamp is near perfectly centered, just a hair to the left,
being a natural sharp and bold brown in color with a small tone
spot over Jefferson’s left eyebrow. The mica is very clear and as
a few trivial natural surface laminations, cracks and crazes. The
case is gorgeous, being exceptionally clean and defect free with a
nice rich smooth chestnut color. The sharp reverse legends show
virtually no wear and the glossy hard underlying surfaces have
superb underlying luster and eye appeal which simply overpowers
any mica issues. This rarely encountered number is an important
and quite collectable example for any serious collection. Its back
is really quite spectacular......................................... (1,500-2,000)
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265 EP-79, HB-132, S-96a. Five Cents. J. GAULT. “Ribbed Frame”
Type. Choice Extremely Fine to About New. Rated as Rarity4 (31 to 40 known) according to Fred Reed. A nice example of
this always popular and distinctive “Ribbed Frame” type. The
extremely well centered stamp is rich, deep brown, like the day
it was printed. The mica is very clear and unbroken. The case
is a pleasing natural chestnut-brown in color, free of any major
bruises or detractions. Every tiny obverse “Ribbing” is sharp and
distinct, making this a most collectible example of this important
type................................................................................. (600-800)
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Choice Five Cents “Mendum’s Family Wine Emporium”
266 EP-85, HB-178, S-131, Reed-ME05. Five Cents. MENDUM’S
FAMILY WINE EMPORIUM. New York. Choice Extremely
Fine. Rated as Rarity-6 (16 to 20 known) according to Fred
Reed. This is a very attractive and natural example of this popular
Merchant type. The stamp remains a bold, rich deep brown in color
and is very clean and fresh looking. It is extremely well centered.
The mica is clear and unbroken with a small area of light surface
waviness and some light hairlines, keeping us from grading this
piece About New. The smooth glossy case is very clean and defect
free, being a nice chestnut in color and having a wonderful overall
appearance............................................................... (1,000-1,200)
Popular Nine Cents
“Feuchtwanger” Strip Encased Postage
Ten Cents “Ayer’s Cathartic Pills”
Short Arrows Rarity-7
268 EP-96, HB-9, S-5, Reed-AC10SA. Ten Cents. AYER’S
CATHARTIC PILLS, Short Arrows. Choice Extremely Fine
or better. Rated as Rarity-7 (11 to 15 known), according to Fred
Reed. “Scarce” does not begin to described the extreme rarity
of this piece. In the past decade, we’ve handled only four other
examples. On this one, the near perfectly centered stamp is an
original bold deep green in color, having excellent eye appeal. The
mica is fully intact being crystal clear other than for some trivial
natural layer laminations seen near the edge. The case has no defects
or detractions and remains an attractive original chestnut in color
with sharp detail to the legends, which are highlighted with slight
traces of original Silvering. One of the Finest quality examples
of this EP number we have ever offered. The last example we
offered was EAHA Auction, February 10, 2007, Lot 812, graded
Choice EF, which sold for $1,595. This current specimen is a true
rarity in both variety and quality. Ex: Lot 357 from the 1967 Lilly
Collection sale (no Lilly insert tag)......................... (1,500-2,000)
Splendid Ten Cents “Brown’s Bronchial Troches”
Encased Postage Stamp Rarity
267 EP-95a. Nine Cents. Strip of Three 3¢ Stamps.
“FEUCHTWANGER” Eagle Design on Rectangular Copper
Case. Choice Near New. This is a most pleasing example of this
uniquely designed, later produced and issued “Feuchtwanger”
Encased Postage. There are three 1863 issued 3¢ postage stamps
that are a nice red and are displayed under a rectangular piece
of mica that remains whole, unbroken with some trivial scattered
natural internal lamination. The glossy, light chestnut case is
extremely sharp with perfectly clear details and has virtually no
trace of actual wear. The last example we sold was in our EAHA
Auction, November 15, 2008, Lot 176, graded EF and selling for
$826. This is a lovely, very collectable example of this uniquely
designed Nine Cents “Feuchtwanger” Strip.................. (700-800)
269 EP-103, HB-65, S-34, Reed-BT10. Ten Cents. BROWN’S
BRONCHIAL TROCHES. Choice Extremely Fine. Rarity-6
(16 to 20 Known) according to Fred Reed. The bold green stamp
appears well centered, placed only a hair to the left. The mica is
clear and unbroken, having signs of light circulation with a few
surface nicks, as does the upper obverse rim. The case is even
medium chestnut in color. The obverse moons are slightly wavy,
the smooth reverse surfaces highlight the sharply defined legends.
A similar EP-103 sold in the Stack’s, John J. Ford, Jr. Auction,
June 2004, graded About New, at $2,185................ (1,000-2,000)
Impressive “F. Buhl and Company” Ten Cents Rarity-8
270 EP-104, HB-70, S-41, Reed-BU10. Ten Cents. F. BUHL AND
COMPANY. “Dealers In Hats & Furs Detroit.” Choice
Extremely Fine or better. Rated as Rarity-8 (5 to 10 known)
according to Fred Reed. This beautiful specimen was sold as
part of the Stack’s John J. Ford, Jr. Collection Sale or June 2004.
The rich original green stamp is clear and bold, being fairly well
centered within the obverse frame. The mica is clear though there
are light natural mica laminations visible at the bottom rim edge
at at top left to Washington’s forehead. The case is quite lovely,
being toned to a golden-chestnut in color with satiny underlying
luster on the reverse which highlights the sharp, distinct legends.
It is commonly referenced that the Ten Cents is typically the only
available and “collectible” denomination from this very extremely
rare Encased Postage Stamp merchant.................... (3,000-4,000)
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Ten Cent “Burnett’s Cocoaine Kalliston” Rarity-4
271 EP-105, HB-76, S-47. Ten Cents. BURNETT’S COCOAINE
KALLISTON. Choice Extremely Fine or better. Rated as
Rarity-4 (31 to 40 known) according to Fred Reed. The stamp is
a nice rich green and is very well centered, having a light natural
paper wrinkle and a hint of tone, as made. The mica is clear and
unbroken with just some light surface friction. The case is a lovely
chestnut in color, the central legends are clear, sharp and very
distinct. Quite scarce, as the last example we offered was back in
our February 2008 auction.......................................... (800-1,000)
Very Scarce Ten Cent “Lord & Taylor” Merchant Type
“Drake’s 1860 Plantation X Bitters”
Original Amber Bottle
274 c. 1880, “Drake’s 1860 Plantation X Bitters,” Log
Cabin Bitters Bottle in the form of an upright Log
Cabin, Choice Extremely Fine. c. 1880, “Drake’s
1860 Plantation X Bitters” Log Cabin Bitters Bottle
in the form of an upright Log Cabin. This rare and
beautiful, medium to dark amber Bitters Bottle
measures 10.5” tall and 2.5” square at the base. It
features 2 smooth panels where labels were originally
affixed. Each of these two panels is surmounted by
4 logs, thus identifying this as a “4-Log Drake‘s
Plantation Bitters Bottle.” The remainder of the
bottle has a strongly raised design featuring log
cabin type “logs” and a 3-tier Log roof at the top
with lettering reading, “S T Drake‘s 1860 Plantation
X Bitters” on one side, and “Patented 1862” on the
opposite side. This bottle once housed the product
directly related to the issuer of “Drake’s” Encased
Postage Stamps. This bottle is in excellent condition with almost
no wear, a little dirt in the recessed areas, and one tiny chip on the
lip................................................................................... (300-400)
Obsolete Currency
“The Eastern Bank of Alabama” Ten Dollars Note
272 EP-121, HB-171, S-124, Reed-LT10. Ten Cents. LORD &
TAYLOR. New York. Very Choice Extremely Fine. Rated
as Rarity-6 (16-20 known), according to Fred Reed. The sharply
detailed reverse case is a nice even glossy chestnut in color. It is
defect free with excellent, clear and distinct legends. The stamp is
fairly well centered and remains a deep, rich original green. The
mica remains clear and unbroken with only some light circulation
apparent. This is a most elusive, major Merchant type which is
very difficult to obtain in any grade. This current example being
only the fifth we can track as ever having offered at auction, the
last being EAHA Auction, December 10, 2005, Lot 880, graded
Choice EF, which sold for $1,918.00 half a decade ago. The 10¢
denomination is considered to be the only “collectable” number
for this major merchant............................................ (2,000-2,500)
Bold Twelve Cents
“Kirkpatrick & Gault” Plain Frame R-8
275 Eufaula, AL. The Eastern Bank of Alabama. Ten Dollars.
Crisp Uncirculated. Haxby AL-15-G10b. A stunning full tinted
remainder note, from the American Banknote Company. Detailed
wharf scene at the center with Slave picking cotton at the left. Wide
margins and bold color. One of the real classic ABN produced
Obsolete notes................................................................ (275-375)
Unlisted “Raised” Hartford Connecticut Small Change
Bill This February 1, 1815 Series is Unlisted In Haxby
276 Hartford, CT. The Hartford Bank. Seventy Five Cents. “Raised”
Bill. Choice Fine. Haxby CT-165 Unlisted. A very unusual small
change bill as the denomination was deftly Raised up to “75” Cents
at the center, and with added text at the left side. It appears to
have started out as a 10 Cents note. This February 1, 1815 series
is unlisted in Haxby. A great rarity that payable “Two Years after
the War.”........................................................................ (250-300)
Unlisted Series - War of 1812 Era Connecticut Bank Note
273 EP-152, HB-161, S-114, Reed-KG12. Twelve Cents.
KIRKPATRICK & GAULT. Plain Frame. Choice Extremely
Fine. Rated as Rarity-8 (5 to 10 known) according to Fred Reed.
The fresh, clean, rich deep black George Washington stamp is
very well centered and just a bit towards the top. The mica is nice
and clear, having some surface lamination craze at the extreme
bottom rim edge while remaining solid and unbroken. The case
is quite wonderful, having excellent eye appeal, grading About
Uncirculated. It is fully original, with a lovely natural chestnut in
color with excellent sharp detail to the legends which are highlighted
at its center by some underlying traces of luster within the letters.
We have previously sold several examples, including EAHA
Auctions, December 13, 1997, Lot 380, graded Choice EF, which
sold for $2,520 and June 10, 2000, Lot 481, also graded Choice EF,
selling for $2,415. This is a significant rarity and a very pleasing,
collectable example of this rare Twelve Cents denomination....... ................................................................................. (2,500-3,000)
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277 Hartford, CT. The Phoenix Bank. Twenty Five Cents. December
1, 1814. Contemporary Counterfeit. Choice Very Fine. Haxby
CT-195 Unlisted Series. An interesting note from the War of
1812 Era. Fully signed and issued by the Cashier and President.
Change bills from the bank were very necessary in a coin strapped
society. Imprint of A. Reed. The borders are printed crudely and the
signatures don’t look “right,” which is the reason we believe this is
counterfeit. However, a great rarity from an unlisted Connecticut
Bank Note series............................................................ (250-300)
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Rare War of 1812 Era
“Kneass” Imprinted Delaware Scrip
278 Wilmington, DE. Corporation of the Borough of Wilmington.
Six & a quarter Cents. Very Fine. Haxby DE-Not listed. This
is a very rare, unusual denomination change bill from this War of
1812 Era issuer. The note was engraved by William Kneass, later
the United States Mint engraver, with his imprint at the left. Top
center, early Steamer with ornate end panels. This note is well
printed, nicely centered on wove paper with even tone. Early
change bills on Delaware are rarely seen, and this is in rather sharp
condition for this note. The first we have catalogued... (400-600)
High Grade 1800 Dated Bank of Baltimore Note
Colorful New Hampshire Obsolete Sheet
281 Dover, NH, The Stafford Bank, $5-$10 Uncut Color Tinted
Remainder Sheet, Choice Crisp About Uncirculated. Haxby
NH-75-G48b-G60b. A superbly engraved two subject sheet
with a full green tint by Toppan, Carpenter & Co. with an ABN
monogram. The vignette work and balance are just splendid. The
$5 note with classic “Fame” vignette with angel blowing trumpet.
The $10 with seated female. These color tint sheets are in demand
and are found less and less each year. There is a light gutter fold
between the notes and some handling. Our only auction result was
approximately $800 for a similar example.................... (500-750)
Claasic “Wildcat” Note-A Choice Example
279 Baltimore, MD. The Bank of Baltimore. Twenty Dollars.
Contemporary Counterfeit. Very Fine. Haxby MD-15 C86. One
of the finest quality early Maryland Obsolete notes you will likely
encounter of any type. This note is boldly printed and uncanceled,
being made from a well executed “C” position counterfeit plate
with an engraved 1800 date. The signatures are bold and accurate
representations. Listed in Shank et al as 5.5.51 and high grade.
This note was certainly deceptive in its appearance. The bank
commenced operations on January 2, 1797 with $1,200,000 in
capital. The initial series 1797 notes are listed in Newman, this note
issued only three years later is perhaps almost as rare. Excellent
paper body with the right end trimmed in a little.......... (400-500)
Important 1790’s Series Union Bank Plate Proof
Listed in Newman “The Early Paper Money of America”
282 Catskill, NY, The Catskill Bank, $5, Contemporary Counterfeit,
Choice Fine. Haxby NY-590 C50. This is one of the more famous
notes in obsolete currency as it has a custom vignette of a mountain
cat. It is nicknamed the “Wildcat Note.” This one is hand dated
1828. The vignette, unique to the type, was engraved on the orginal
by Peter Maverick. This has the imprint, but is crudely copied
compared to that unique proof that was in the Schingoethe Collection
and sold a few years back. A bold impresson of the vignette and
superior paper quality,................................................... (450-650)
Scarce Manhattan Bank $1.50 Note
280 Boston, MA. The Union Bank. Ten Dollars. 1790’s Series.
Extremely Fine. Thick Paper Proof. Haxby MA-385 G140a.
Likely, Haxby Plate Note. Newman Listed Bank, found on page
216. PRF-R6/7. This is a very rare and early plate Proof struck
on thick paper. Though reprints are listed, this might not be the
case. Superior printing clarity and no plate corrosion from the
copper which over time would exhibit scratches when prepared
for printing. Boldly execute plate details on the left end panel.
An important American issuer and one of the very first banks in
the fledgling United States of America.................... (1,200-1,800)
283 New York, NY, The Manhattan Company, $1.50, Contemporary
Counterfeit, Choice Very Fine. Haxby NY-1695 C30. A very
choice example of this odd denomination, early type note. Bottom
center, small vignette of river god and motto “Public Health.” Well
printed with excellent paper quality............................... (450-650)
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Rare 1817 “The Bank of Cape Fear” North Carolina
The Haxby Plate Note
“The Commercial Bank” Five Dollars
India Proof on Card
284 Wilmington, NC, The Bank of Cape Fear, $3, June 9, 1817,
Contemporary Counterfeit, Crisp About Uncirculated. Haxby
NC-90 C40. Very scarce contemporary counterfeit with the imprint
of Leney & Rollinson, N. Y. The top center vignette displays
Commerce seated, with Shaded end panels, a THREE left and
“3” at right. This Plate C counterfeit is high Rarity-5. Extremely
high grade for this early North Carolina type. Bright, vibrant as
a brand new note. Outstanding Haxby Plate Note from the 2003
CAA Cincinnati Sale, Lot 1549. A distinguished pedigree and
only the second we have catalogued for sale................. (750-950)
287 Philadelphia, PA. The Commercial Bank. Five Dollars. India
Paper Proof on Card. Choice Very Fine. Haxby PA-410-G56.
PRF-R6. This is a beautiful Proof note from the Draper, Toppan,
Longacre & Co. firm. There is a central vignette of an early train
at the center. At the right is the unusual vignette of steamboat head
on and a sailor at the left. Oddly, this proof has three folds from
archive storage. However, this still is quite a handsome Proof note
and worthy of a decent bid, since it is the only example we have
seen or handled in person............................................... (450-650)
Gem Proof “The Farmers and Mechanics Bank” PA. Ten
Stunning Full Color Phelps, New York
“The Ontario Bank” Proof on Card
Formerly From the 52 Collection Sale
( Our Cover Illustration )
285 Phelps, NY. The Ontario Bank. Two Dollars. Superb Gem
India Paper Color Proof on Card. Haxby NY-2210 G4a SENC.
PRF-R7. This is a truly stunning color Proof from one of the more
important and interesting obsolete currency sales of the past two
decades. The 52 Collection, formed across two decades, contained
hand selected obsolete proofs from the rarest imprints and pedigrees.
This Danforth, Wright & Co. deuce is no exception. The color
lathe and vignette structure are extremely intricate and this proof
would be a highlight in many sale catalogues itself. There appears
to be one or two others known at the worst case scenario, but the
condition is absolutely tremendous. Further words are superfluous
as this lovely Proof note does most of the talking on its own. Among
the most beautiful Proofs ever offered here at Early American. Ex:
The 52 Collection Sale............................................. (7,000-9,000)
Ex Stack’s, The 52 Collection Sale, June 29, 2010, Lot 5646; The 52
Collection; Stack’s John J. Ford, Jr. Collection, Part VI, October 12,
2004, as part of Lot 731; Archives of the American Banknote Company
(Christie’s, September 14-15, 1990, part of Lot 1299).
Very Rare Norristown, PA. Proof
with “Presentation of the Declaration of Independence”
Vignette Haxby PA-365 G46
286 Norristown, PA. The Bank of Montgromery County. Twenty
Dollars. Choice India Paper Proof. Haxby PA-365 G46. PRFR7. An impressive Proof from The 52 Collection Sale held this
year in New York. Those Proofs ranged from choice and rare
notes such as this to rather outstanding to say the least. This great
rarity boasts a Presentation of the Declaration of Independence
vignette at the top center. The prior pedigree for this Proof rarity
is outstanding as well as it was once purchased at the Schingoethe
Part 1 Sale, in October 2004. Most of the rare Proof Obsoletes
from that sale have tripled in value, and in several cases, fivefold.
Excellent vignette structure and pedigree to match.(1,800-2,200)
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288 Philadelphia, PA. The Farmers and Mechanics Bank. Ten
Dollars. Gem India Paper Proof on Card. Haxby PA-430-G24.
PRF-R6. This is a beautiful 1840’s Proof note from Danforth,
Spencer & Hufty. These 1840’s Proof notes with their classical
style are very underrated in price. The women portrayed in the
vignettes possess a subtle grace that quite striking. A premium
quality and rare Philadelphia Proof note. This Gem appears to be
from the 1990 ABNCo. sale.......................................... (600-900)
Superb Proof “The Farmers & Mechanics Bank” PA. Five
289 Philadelphia, PA. The Farmers & Mechanics Bank. Five
Dollars. Superb Gem India Paper Proof. Haxby PA-430-G24
SENC. PRF-R6. This is a lovely 1830’s style Proof note from
Underwood, Bald, Spencer & Hufty. Milkmaid with cows vignette
at the top center. Cameo portrait at the left in great depth. Perfect
condition on very bright white paper. As well styled and obsolete
proof note as you are likely to encounter....................... (500-750)
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“The Manufacturers & Mechanics Bank” 20 Dollars Proof
“The Bank of North America” Five Cents of Jan. 20, 1815
290 Philadelphia, PA. The Manufacturers & Mechanics Bank.
Twenty Dollars. Choice India Paper Proof on Card. Haxby
PA-450-G16. PRF-R7. A much rarer high denomination Proof
note from this “Northern Liberties” series from Charles Toppan
& Co. The mechanic that was used on the $5 and $10 notes has
become the central vignette with surrounding details such as an
anvil, train and hearth. Engravers often made a limited number of
specific elements and just changed their placements or added new
details to make the various notes within one series different. This
saved money for the bank on production costs, but made it easier
for potential counterfeiters to raise the denominations up since the
descriptions were so similar. A Gem except for two tiny foxing
spots............................................................................... (600-900)
293 Philadelphia, PA. The Bank of North America. Five Cents.
January 20, 1815. Choice Fine. Haxby PA-465 G30. A rare
Cashier’s Change Bill, printed in a simple typeset style by Murray,
Draper, Fairman & Co. Dated January 20, 1815, these notes were
essential for the commerce of the time due to small silver coins
(and copper) being hoarded by the populace due to the uncertain
times. “The Bank” as it was referred to, was the most solvent
of the time having been chartered by Congress in 1782. Its long
history is quite illustrious and has been well documented............. ....................................................................................... (450-650)
“The Manufacturers and Mechanics Bank” Ten
291 Philadelphia, PA. The Manufacturers and Mechanics Bank.
Ten Dollars. Gem India Paper Proof on Card. Haxby PA-450G42a SENC. PRF-R5. This bank issued several series of notes
and denominations up to $1,000. This red “10” overprint note has
a wonderful balance with the flanking vignettes and curved title.
Deeply impressed, so much so that the “10” is visible through the
card. Another, top quality proof note............................ (600-900)
Pleasing 1812 “The Bank of Pennsylvania” Fifty Dollars
294 Philadelphia, PA. The Bank of Pennsylvania. Fifty Dollars.
1812 Dated. Choice Extremely Fine. Haxby PA-480 C136.
A rare high denomination counterfeit from this bank which was
founded in 1794. The borders are wide which indicates that this
was a single note plate. It is unusual for a note such as this to
be signed and dated (1812), but not have the borders trimmed to
help ease its passing. A superb grade note from this important
Philadelphia bank........................................................... (400-500)
Superb “Bank of North America” $5 India Proof on Card
292 Philadelphia, PA. The Bank of North America. Five Dollars.
Superb Gem India Paper Proof on Card. Haxby PA-465-G172.
PRF-R6. With the exception of the Bank of the United States,
this is the most important title on obsolete. Although it did not
become Charter #1 in the National Banking Period, it maintained
its prestige title without the addition of the word “National” in
the title. Founded in 1782 and chartered by Congress, the bank’s
history is rich and important in the foundation of the early finances
of America. From 1782 to 1864 the bank issued several series
of obsolete notes. This proof is from the 1850’s and bears the
imprint Toppan, Carpenter & Co. A superbly American design
with Indian princess seated with eagle on a “V” at the center. At
the right is a train. This plate “A” position proof is a gem and
was in only two collections for over sixty years. This proof was
in the Lucius Ruder collection and was plated in John Muscalus’
“Paper Money in Sheets” on page 70. Wonderful style and a top
of the line Philadelphia proof note. A superb example, the finest
we have seen of very few......................................... (1,200-1,600)
Superb “The Philadelphia Bank”
Twenty Dollar India Proof
295 Philadelphia, PA. The Philadelphia Bank. Twenty Dollars.
Superb Gem India Paper Proof. Haxby PA-485-G184. PRF-R5/6.
This is a superb, deeply impressed proof note from Underwood,
Bald, Spencer, & Hufty. At the upper left is a sailor with a flag.
The end panels have different cameo heads that are distinctive to
this imprint. A stunning Proof note and very high quality........... ....................................................................................... (600-900)
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Gem Proof “The Philadelphia Loan Company” Deuce
296 Philadelphia, PA. The Philadelphia Loan Company. Two
Dollars. Gem India Paper Proof. Haxby Not Listed. PRF-R6.
An unusual full sized Proof scrip note from an organization which
essentially functioned as a bank. Hebe and eagle are at the top
center with smaller vignettes at each end inside ovals. Each corner
with a finely detailed cameo head. A superbly laid out obsolete
note which is rare as a proof as well as an issued note. Perfect
condition and printed on very bright white paper.......... (400-600)
Very Scarce “The Bank of Washington” PA Series
Very Rare Rawdon, Wright & Hatch Series
“Washington Bank” India Paper Proof
One of Only Two Known Proofs
300 Westerly, RI. The Washington Bank. One Dollar. Choice India
Paper Proof. Haxby RI-560 G18. Durand 2508. PRF-R8. A very
rare and distinctive Rawdon, Wright & Hatch Proof note from this
series and old bank, which was founded in 1800. Framed George
Washington portrait top center, is flanked by a Ship and Train.
Standing figure at the right end. Another impressive Proof rarity
that was formerly part of The 52 Collection of American Obsolete
Proofs. We are fairly certain there are only Two Known Proofs
of this type............................................................... (1,800-2,200)
Ex Stack’s, The 52 Sale, June 29, 2010, Lot 5748; The 52 Collection;
Schingoethe Part 5 (R. M. Smythe & Co., December 13-14, 2005,
Lot 3025); St. Louis PCDA Sale (R.M. Smythe & Co., November
4-5, 1994, Lot 1260; John J. Ford, Jr.
Superb Early Gloucester Note
297 Washington, PA. The Bank of Washington. Two Dollars.
Unissued Remainder. Very Fine. Haxby PA-690 G10 SENC. A
denomination from this very uniquely styled George Washington
portrait series by Harrison, Pittsburgh. The portrait top center is
flanked with flags. A rare type on the bank and “SENC” in Haxby.
Hard to see internal tear at the top of the portrait.......... (250-300)
Five “The Bank of Washington” PA. Notes
298 Washington, PA. The Bank of Washington. Five Dollars,
Group of Five Notes, with Small Stains and Cut Cancels. All
Fine. Haxby PA-690 G16 and G16a types. Each with the vignette
of American Revolutionary War General George Washington on
horseback, seen only on this series. This is a fine quality engraving
by Murray, Draper & Fairman and with the notes dated 1814.
Mixed types, script and block plate letters. All with cut cancels
and some staining along the bottom and sold “as is” as such.
(5 notes)......................................................................... (275-375)
301 Gloucester, RI, The Farmers Exchange Bank, $1, Choice
Extremely Fine. Haxby RI-120 G2. A very early dated, 1808,
American obsolete note. The oxen vignette at the left is subtly
signed by Hamlin the printing firm. For the time period, the note
is well produced and for this very thin paper issue in exceptional
condition. This early series is a least 50 times rarer than the 1808
notes printed from Perkins Plates. This is plate position “B” The
paper has some light tone, but a very scarce note which would be
hard to find in nicer condition than this......................... (300-400)
Unusual Bank of the State
of South Charleston Counterfeit
Scarce 12-1/2 Cents 1830’s Era Scrip Note
299 Philadelphia, PA. The Pennsylvania Savings Bank. 12-1/2 Cents.
Crisp Uncirculated. Haxby-Not Listed. Hoober 305-451. A sharp
looking 1830’s era scrip in the bit denomination format. Sailor leans
on anchor at center, plus two other vignettes. Unissued and quite
tough. A much rarer note than listed in Hoober’s reference......... ....................................................................................... (200-300)
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302 Charleston, SC. The Bank of the State of South Carolina. One
Dollar. Branch at Columbia, Contemporary Counterfeit. Very
Good to Fine. Haxby SC-45 Design 1C CFT Unlisted. A very
unusual and unlisted note. Extremely crude plate and issued to
the branch in Columbia. Top center, building. The first we have
seen and offered............................................................. (300-400)
Important 1791 (First) Bank of the United States
Ten Dollars Unlisted Branch “Office in New York”
303 Philadelphia, PA. The (First) Bank of the United States. Ten
Dollars. Office in New York. 1791. Contemporary Counterfeit.
Choice Extremely Fine. Haxby US-1 C266 Design 20A. An
Unlisted Branch on New York, not listed as a counterfeit. This is
printed from a very strong plate and has an extremely early and
important 1791 date. The note is printed on very high quality
laid paper which also made it deceptive. This example is very
choice for an US-1 note with the face appearance of a close to new
note. There are two ever so hard to see hammer cut cancels and
the words “Counterfeit” are written twice on the otherwise blank
verso. This impressive and historic 1791 beauty was last sold in
the 1983 Memphis auction....................................... (1,200-1,800)
The (Second) Bank of the United States 1819 Five Dollars
Choice $1,000 “Bank of the United States” Post Note
306 Philadelphia, PA. The (Third) Bank of the United States.
$1,000 Post Note. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Haxby US-3
G100. This is a beautiful, fully crisp note on the Third Bank of
the United States’ high denomination series. This note utilizes the
finest craftsmanship of the Draper, Toppan, Longacre & Co. firm’s
expertise to design one of the most impressive types of banknotes
ever issued. The portraits at the left are David Rittenhouse, William
Penn, and Thomas Paine. The portraits at the right are Robert
Fulton, Benjamin Franklin and Robert Morris. At the center is a
superb vignette of the Bank’s building.
These high denomination issues were Post Notes and were payable
at a later time. However, due to the failure of the Bank, they were
never redeemed and many investors were stuck holding the bag.
This helped touch off a crisis which is one of the most intriguing
and intricate in all of United States history. This $1,000 note,
although the most available of the four high denomination Post
Notes, has been more and more difficult to locate as time passes
on. This example has no folds; it is bright and nearly as vivid as
the day it was issued in 1840. Some petty handling. An excellent
American banknote which would fit well into many different types
of collections. These are always popular in our sales due to theme
and denomination........................................................... (600-900)
Superb 1849 “Great Salt Lake City” 25¢ Mormon Note
304 Philadelphia, PA. The (Second) Bank of the United States.
Five Dollars. Contemporary Counterfeit. About Uncirculated.
Haxby US-2 C4. September 7, 1819 dated demand note, payable at
the parent bank in Philadelphia. This is a “A” Plate, contemporary
counterfeit, from a very well engraved plate which must have
proven quite deceptive to the public. Vignettes shows workers
unloading a Ship, the Heraldic Federal Eagle at the base. The
original plates were by Tanner, Kearny & Tiebout, being one of the
scarcer imprints of the period, as they were based in Philadelphia
and not New York City.................................................. (500-750)
“The (Third) Bank of the United States” Ten Dollars Note
307 Great Salt Lake City, 25¢, Printed Date March 28, 1849,
Remainder, Superb Gem Crisp Uncirculated. Haxby-Not listed.
Rust 76. An absolutely incredible, perfect version of this scarce
piece of Mormon Scrip, this is an Unissued Remainder that was
never completed or signed by Brigham Young Church or the other
early officials of The Church. The embossing is deep and heavy
and the quality is simply the best we’ve ever seen........ (500-600)
The Bank of Winchester Virginia Note Rarity
305 Philadelphia, PA. The (Third) Bank of the United States. Ten
Dollars. Contemporary Counterfeit. Very Fine. Haxby US-3
C4a. This note also copies the finest craftsmanship of the Draper,
Toppan, Longacre & Co. firm’s expertise to design one of the
most impressive types of banknotes ever issued. The portraits at
the left are David Rittenhouse, William Penn, and Thomas Paine.
The portraits at the right are Robert Fulton, Benjamin Franklin and
Robert Morris. At the center is a superb vignette of the Bank’s
building. This with the text reading “Comperthevaut for Biddle”.
Again, these have been catalogued as genuine. The debate will
only be solved if compared to proofs. However, the imprint line
“runs” off the parallel at the left end and as such we feel that this
a “bad” diagnostic. However, don’t discount that these are to get
in any form..................................................................... (600-900)
308 Winchester, VA. The Bank of Winchester. Five Dollars.
Unissued Remainder. Choice Crisp About Uncirculated.
Haxby VA-260 G2. Jones & Littlefield BW56-10. This lesser
denomination note looks rarer to us than the listed rating of Rarity
5F in the Virginia book. The note has superb Draper, Welsh &
Co. style with pastoral sheep design at the top center. Lower
left, blacksmith at stands and relaxes. This is quite a lovely note
with minimal handling. Has the look of a Rarity 5/6 item in our
opinion........................................................................... (200-300)
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Miscellaneous Currency
Rare “Farmers Bank of Virginia”
Obsolete Ten Dollar Note
309 Richmond, VA. The Farmers Bank of Virginia. Ten Dollars.
Contemporary Counterfeit. Fine. Haxby VA-175 C24. This
note attempted to copy the listed G24 type in Haxby. Not close to
the modern observer, though. Seated Liberty and tobacco plants
matches the description. This plate is rather crude for any counterfeit
and clearly not the work of Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co.
An interesting note......................................................... (300-400)
Rare Lynchburg Branch “The Farmers Bank of Virginia”
Engraved in the year 1840
American Bank Note Company
313 1840-Dated. American Bank Note Company, New York.
Ornate Engraved and Printed Advertising Card. Entitled
“DECLARATION OF INDEPENENCE - JULY 4, 1776,” Crisp
Extremely Fine. This advertising card measures 3” x 4.25” and
is printed in black upon a light yellow, heavy card. The central
text of the Declaration is surrounded by small circular vignettes
including; portraits of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, a
Federal Heraldic American Eagle, plus the symbols of the original
13 colonies. There are older mounting traces on the blank reverse
corners and is well printed and sharp, the card never having been
folded or creased. Quite rare, and the first we have seen of this
popular theme................................................................ (300-400)
Rare Salt Lake City Theatre Corporation Form
310 Richmond, VA. The Farmers Bank of Virginia. Ten Dollars.
Branch at Lynchburg. Contemporary Counterfeit. Fine. Haxby
VA-175 C306 CFT Design 10A. A rare branch style counterfeit
on this series on notes. The 1819 dated note is from a Murray,
Draper, Faiman & Co. copy plate. Seated Pelnty at top center and
ornate end panels. Plate D position with the branch name writen
in. Some back ink endorsements show through slightly at each
end. A rare type............................................................. (300-400)
Extremely Rare 1811 Dated “The Bank of Virginia” Note
311 Richmond, VA. The Bank of Virginia. Ten Dollars.
Contemporary Counterfeit. Fine to Very Fine. Haxby VA-200
C22. The Bank of Virginia issued notes for many years and with
different series. They used a branch bank system, however this
is an early bill payable at the parent office in Richmond. It is an
extremely early date of 1811 making it one of the earliest Southern
Obsolete notes. This is only the second we have offered for sale (the
first back ion 2004!). The plate is well executed. The condition
is outstanding and would be tough to improve upon. Important
and extremely rare......................................................... (650-750)
Early “The Bank of Burlington” Vermont Proof Rarity
312 Burlington, VT. The Bank of Burlington. One Dollar. Choice
Proof on Card. Haxby VT-45 G4. PRF-R6, A handsome and
rare type from the 52 Collection Sale. Earlier 1820s style by the
Durand & Wright imprint. Standing Justice at the right end. Left
panel end with portrait of Franklin. Some minor handling, but
rare and attractive. Bright and vibrant with deep black printing.
................................................................................. (1,200-1,600)
Ex Stack’s, The 52 Collection Sale, June 29, 2010, Lot 5761; The 52
Collection; Schingoethe Part 16 (Spink-Smythe, January 14, 2009, Lot
1106).
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314 1874-Dated. Mormon. Salt Lake City Theatre Corporation.
Receipt for Actor’s Pay. Choice Crisp Extremely Fine or better.
This extremely rare, fully accomplished part printed form measures
3.25” x 8.5” and is printed on white bond paper, issued to Mark
Wilton in 1874 for $15.00 per week Actors Pay. Included is a
small clipping of the theatre as it looked in 1862. An interesting
fiscal item that came from the famous Schingoethe Collection and
once on display and for study in their home. Mormon material
meant much to them in their collections and this is the first we
have seen........................................................................ (100-150)
Fabulous Cyrus Durand Archive Book Plate
315 c. 1850s to 60s. Page
containing Eight various
Grillwork, Dies and
Vignettes. Cyrus Durand
Archive Book Plate.
Produced while he was
employed at Danforth,
Wright & Company.
Engraved Plate number
31. Choice Crisp New.
According to Bruce Hagen,
this is a very rare page
showing Eight various
design elements, that are
all printed in black and one
of few plates with vignette elements. It has a central gill pattern
with repeating micro-lettered “TWO” pattern, with yet another
die affixed onto it, while two smaller dies flank each side. Above
and below are Danforth, Bald vignettes of Hope and Steamer,
respectively. The top and bottom have intricate cycloidal designs.
Penciled notation upper right. Laid onto heavy period wove paper,
this page being quite even with light tone. Exceedingly rare and
the first we have ever offered......................................... (550-750)
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Exceedingly Rare Henry Clay in Red Shield
within Elliptical Lathe Pattern
from the Cyrus Durand Archive Book
316 c. 1850s to 60s. Henry Clay Portrait within a Red Shield that is
within an Elliptical Lathe Pattern. Cyrus Durand Archive Book
Plate. Produced while he was employed at Danforth, Wright
& Company. Engraved Plate number 20. Choice Crisp New.
According to Bruce Hagen, this is a very rare page showing Two
elements, one printed in black and one in red. It has a rectangular
portrait of Henry Clay, affixed to larger single element on India
paper that is printed in red. Several elliptical patterns radiating
from the center with shield within the center, white space at shield’s
center, measuring 148mm x 168mm. Laid onto heavy period wove
paper, this page being quite even with light tone. The lovely,
colorful red plate has Clay’s portrait affixed. Henry Clay was an
extremely important figure and appears on any number of Obsolete
banknotes. There is a bit of tone to the portrait, otherwise very
choice with bold red color. Exceedingly rare, specially with the
Political oriented Henry Clay portrait, as we have never offered
another........................................................................ (800-1,000)
Macerated Currency
Macerated Currency “Bale” With Image Of White House
318 Extremely Rare Macerated Currency “Bale,” with an image
of the White House on top, and a Bureau of Engraving and
Printing label on the bottom, Very Fine. This extremely unusual
form of Macerated Currency, the first we have handled, is made
to resemble a bale of Macerated paper, but looks more like folded
wads of money. This bundle, measuring 2.25” tall x 3.25” wide
x .75” thick, has a Postcard image of the White House on the top,
and an official, original BEP label on the bottom, all of which is
held together by two steel wires. The Bureau of Engraving and
Printing label reads:
“More than 100 Bales of this U. S. Macerated Money, each weighing
250 pounds, are turned out Daily by the Bureau of Engraving and
Printing. Estimated value $1,000.”
There are some trivial scuffs or bumping to the corners, otherwise
this bundle or “Bale” is pretty much as made. Extremely Rare and
desirable as we’ve never seen another..................... (1,000-1,500)
Exceedingly Rare Large Bust of
“George Washington” Macerated Currency
Measuring 6.25” Tall by 4.5” Wide
Black and Blue Original
Cyrus Durand Archive Book Plate
317 c. 1850s to 60s. Grillwork, Dies and Counters. Cyrus Durand
Archive Book Plate. Produced while he was employed at
Danforth, Wright & Company. Engraved Plate number 30.
Choice Crisp New. According to Bruce Hagen, this is a very rare
page showing Fifteen various design elements, that are all printed
in black except for colorful blue “FIVE” wide counter at the top
center. It has a central gill pattern with repeating lathe designs. Two
lines of overlapping lathe at bottom with a “FIVE” lathe protector
panel between. Traces of original glue smudges on some element
edges and at the lower left of page. One India paper piece chipped
off of bottom linear lathe overlapping grill. Overall, this page has
a highly intricate and interesting contrast, with the single, scarce
blue element near the top. Laid onto heavy period wove paper,
this page being quite even with light tone. Exceedingly rare and
the first we have ever offered......................................... (500-600)
319 Macerated Currency. Large Profile Bust of George
Washington.6.25” Tall by 4.5” Wide. Original Government
Label. Choice About New. Likely produced at Treasury c. 1890
was made in a mold from destroyed Large Size currency notes that
were “macerated” when removed from circulation. This extremely
rare, rather huge size George Washington Bust measures 6.25” Tall
by 4.5” Wide. (149.5 x 107 mm) and is nearly 1” thick, being molded
out of this Macerated Currency. It is in exceptional, high quality,
showing virtually no wear. The design is clearly inspired by the
popular bronze casts of this era. The original government added
label placed on back side asserts a face value of approximately
$15,000 in withdrawn notes were used to make this souvenir bust.
Having dealt in this field for three decades, this is the very first
such outstanding large profile bust of George Washington we have
offered. This is an important opportunity for collectors that should
not be overlooked........................................................ (800-1,000)
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Colonial Coinage
PCGS MS-62 (1828) American Plantations Token Restrike
1652 Massachusetts Oak Tree Shilling
320 1652 Massachusetts Oak Tree Shilling. Noe-1. Clipped. Fine.
57.3 grns. Rarity-3. This Oak Tree Shilling has some details of
Very Fine and some areas that are heavily worn and smooth. It
has been “clipped” to a lighter than normal weight and forming
an even, near circular planchet. Overall, given the nice upper Oak
Tree detail and full date and denomination, we net grade this coin
Fine.......................................................................... (2,000-2,500)
323 (1828) American Plantations Token. Restrike. 1/24 Part Real.
PCGS graded Mint State-62. This sharply detailed coin has lots
of original silvering scattered about the devices and legends and
has no major detractions.......................................... (1,500-2,000)
“Uncrowned Rose” Type 1723 Rosa Americana Halfpenny
Sharp & Attractive 1652 Pine Tree Three Pence
321 1652 Pine Tree Three Pence. No Pellets at Trunk. Noe-36.
Repaired. NGC graded Very Fine Details. 15.1 grns. Rarity-4.
This is a great looking circulated coin, having wonderful centering
on both sides and a superbly detailed appearance, approaching
Extremely Fine. The color is a lovely silver-gray, the deeper tone
of the fields highlighting the slightly lighter legends and devices.
The holder states repaired, though we can find no trace of such, even
under magnification. As such, this highly attractive Massachusetts
Silver Three Pence should generate a lot of competitive bidding.
................................................................................. (4,000-5,000)
324 1723 Rosa Americana Halfpenny.“Uncrowned Rose” Type.
Breen 136. Struck in Bath Metal. Fine. This rare, major type
coin is evenly worn and was cleaned many decades ago, now toned
to a mellow golden-brass with chestnut undertones and subdued
luster within the outer letters. It is a strong Fine with some details
of Very Fine, being smooth with a couple of trivial carbon spots
within the metal near the peripheries. King George’s bust is well
defined, edge also displays well with vertical file marks around its
circumference “as made.” It also has the very rare 1723/2 Overdate,
defined by a small bar coming off the top of the 3, in addition to
being the rare Uncrowned Rose reverse type. This important type
is listed in the 2010 Guide Book on page 41 with an illustration of
this type, valued at $1,850 in Fine and $3,800 in Very Fine. An
important major type that is missing in most collections.............. ................................................................................. (1,800-2,000)
Quality First Type 1722 Wood’s Hibernia Halfpenny
Lovely Circulated Mark Newby, St. Patrick Halfpenny
322 (1672) Mark Newby, St. Patrick Halfpenny. FLOREAT. Vlack
1-A. Very Fine. This well centered coin has sharp details for the
grade and has a pleasing natural chestnut color. Two tiny short
scrapes within the field to the left of the head. Some typical trivial
rim ticks are seen on the reverse. This is a very nice, perfectly
collectable example of this very popular, major type coin as listed
in the Red Book. Ex: Early American History Auction, 1985, Lot
46............................................................................. (1,500-2,000)
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325 1722 Wood’s Hibernia Halfpenny. First Type. Seven
Harpstrings. Harp at Left. Choice About Uncirculated. This
impressive coin has lovely, glossy smooth hard surfaces with
some faint obverse scrapes within the field just below the nose at
about 3 o’clock. The reverse is gorgeous with only one faint tiny
hairline located behind the head and overall having excellent eye
appeal. The color is a beautiful, natural rich chestnut and it is well
centered and sharply struck as shown............................ (550-750)
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Pleasing High Quality Circulated 1766 Pitt Halfpenny
Glossy Uncirculated 1760 Voce Populi Halfpenny
326 1760 Voce Populi Halfpenny. Nelson 4. Choice Uncirculated.
This lovely coin has smooth, hard surfaces that have exceptional,
glossy luster. There is a small Edge Clip at top, as made. The
designs and legends are sharp and crisp in detail with both sides
having excellent centering. A beautiful coin that has great eye
appeal....................................................................... (2,000-3,000)
329 1766 Pitt Halfpenny. Extremely Fine. 86.1 grns. This attractive
coin has excellent eye appeal for the grade with clear details. The
rich, even chestnut-brown surfaces are smooth and hard, somewhat
above average for this type. There is one tiny dark tone speck on
the obverse rim edge at 3:00 (not to be confused as a defect). A
nice piece for Colonial coin collectors of major Red Book listed
types......................................................................... (1,800-2,200)
Lovely 1760 Voce Populi Halfpenny
The Royal Edict Authorizing The Issue
Of The 1719 12 and 6 Deniers Coinage Of Louis XV
327 1760 Voce Populi Halfpenny. Nelson 4. Choice About
Uncirculated. This medium brown coin has excellent, smooth
glossy surfaces and a defect-free appearance. Its eye appeal is
simply gorgeous for the grade.................................... (800-1,200)
1766 Pitt Halfpenny PCGS Graded About Uncirculated-50
330 Copy of the French Royal Edict authorizing the issue of the 1719
copper 12 Deniers and 6 Deniers of Louis XV, Extremely Fine.
Edit du Roy 1719 Original Copper Sous. This Printed Document is
an original, 8 pages, with a description about the 12 Deniers 1719
and 6 Deniers 1719 Louis XV, along with illustrations of each
coin. It measures 9.5” x 7.5”, is well printed in black on white
period laid paper, as made. The last page has coin engravings of
1719-A Sou and Six deniers. A similar Royal Edict, being a Copy
of the Royal Edict authorizing the issue of the 1721 sous, Printed
in Paris in 1721, was offered as part of the Stack’s Auction of the
John J. Ford, Jr. collection, January 16, 2006, Lot 25, which sold
for $4,312. Another Royal Edict authorizing the issue of the 1767
sous, Printed in Paris in 1766, sold for $4,025 in the very same
auction, as Lot 29..................................................... (2,500-3,000)
Uncirculated 1742-H French Colonies Sou Counterfeit
328 1766 Pitt Halfpenny. PCGS graded About Uncirculated-50.
This sharply struck coin has excellent details and a very clean,
defect free appearance. The medium chestnut-brown surfaces
enjoy an underlying glow from subdued natural luster. A lovely,
high quality example that is perfect for Colonial Coin major type
collectors.................................................................. (3,500-4,000)
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331 1742-H French Colonies. Sou Marque. Contemporary
Counterfeit. Uncirculated. 21.2 grns. This rare date and mint
has an impressive, mostly brilliant Mint State appearance with lots
of flashy lusteron the surfaces....................................... (400-500)
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1762-BB French Colonies Sou Marque Choice About Unc.
332 1762-BB French Colonies. Sou Marque. Vlack 276. Choice
About Uncirculated. 29.0 grns. This nearly BU, Strasboug Mint
produced coin, retains most of its impressive original brilliant Silver
mint luster, with just some very faint wear to the highest points.
An attractive, flashy coin............................................... (350-400)
Attractive 1783 Nova Constellatio Copper NGC EF-45
1785 Connecticut Miller 6.2-F.1 NGC Very Fine-35
336 1785 Connecticut Copper. Mailed Bust Right. Miller 6.2-F.1.
NGC graded Very Fine-35 Brown. 138.1 grns. Rarity-5. This
rich natural brown coin is well centered and has choice details for
the grade. There is one natural planchet flaw on the lower reverse
behind the knee, with a sharp clear 1785 date and clear legends
present. A scarce Rarity-5 Connecticut Copper variety................ ................................................................................. (1,000-1,200)
1785 Connecticut Copper Miller 6.4-I NGC Very Fine-30
333 1783 Nova Constellatio Copper. Pointed Rays / Small US.
Crosby 2-B. NGC graded Extremely Fine-45 Brown. This is a
premium quality coin having excellent centering, natural color and
an abundance of attractive eye appeal. An excellent specimen for
a better quality major type Colonial coin collection... (800-1,000)
Pleasing Circulated 1785 Nova Constellatio Copper
337 1785 Connecticut Copper. Mailed Bust Right. Miller 6.4-I.
NGC graded Very Fine-30 Brown. 123.4 grns. Rarity-3. This
premium quality coin has rich natural chestnut color, with perfectly
centered glossy hard surfaces highlighting the sharp details.
Perhaps somewhat conservatively graded due to its excellent and
impressive, overall eye appeal.................................... (800-1,000)
Popular “Hercules Head” Variety
1786 Connecticut Copper
334 1785 Nova Constellatio Copper. Large “US” / Pointed Rays
Type. Very Fine. This perfectly centered coin has near flawless,
defect-free surfaces and an even natural chocolate brown color. The
details are all clear and well struck, being choice for the grade.... ....................................................................................... (400-500)
1785 Connecticut “African Head” Copper
335 1785 Connecticut Copper. “African Head” Type. Miller 4.1-F.4.
Sharpness of About Uncirculated. 140.2 gns. Rarity-1. This
remarkable specimen of the African Head type has outstanding sharp
detail remaining in many of the devices, including the obverse hair,
bust and upper portions on the reverse. This coin received some
shallow scrape marks to the obverse, apparently after only a very
short period of circulation. The surfaces are quite unusual, going
from smooth and super-sharp in detail to portions that are weakly
struck. It is a charcoal-brown in color. The hair and face details
are some of the sharpest we have seen. The surface scrapes and
detractions are a matter of fact. Otherwise, this Connecticut African
Head copper would rate among the finest examples known.......... ................................................................................. (1,000-1,500)
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338 1786 Connecticut Copper. Mailed Bust Facing Left. “Hercules
Head” variety. Miller 5.3-N. W-2585. Choice Fine. 131.2
grns. This mostly glossy chocolate color coin has obverse details
approaching Very Fine, specially on the all important “Hercules
Head.” It is quite clean and free of major detractions................... ....................................................................................... (450-650)
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Popular “Mutton Head” Type 1787 Connecticut Copper
Well Detailed 1787 Connecticut Copper Miller 33.34-7.11
339 1787 Connecticut Copper. “Mutton Head” Type. Miller 1.2-C.
Choice Very Fine. Rarity-3. This coin has rich dark olive-brown
color in its fields, with lighter reddish-copper color at the rims and
highpoints from light friction and having been cleaned ages ago.
As always, this type has typical weakness of strike, as made, and
having a very faint old scratch in the right obverse field and some
minor granularity. A sharp example as they come, of this major,
listed type as found on page 59 of the 2010 Red Book................. .................................................................................... (800-1,000)
342 1787 Connecticut Copper. Draped Bust Facing Right. Miller
33.34-7.11. Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated. 134.7 grns.
Rarity-5. This dark chocolate coin is very even in color, has a faint
micro-porosity to the surfaces, and is very sharp in detail with only
some faint friction on the highest points. There are some trivial
traces of verdigris hidden within some of the devices. Overall,
a very sharp, near Uncirculated, very scarce 1787 Connecticut
Copper variety................................................................ (500-600)
1787 Connecticut Draped Bust Left Copper Hi Rarity-5+
Beautiful 1787 “Laughing Head”
NGC About Uncirculated
343 1787 Connecticut Copper. Draped Bust Left. Miller 33.5-T.2.
Extremely Fine. 117.7 grns. Hi Rarity-5+. This sharp looking
coin has a very glossy appearance and nice chestnut-brown color.
There are a couple of trivial edge nicks and a natural surface fissure
on the lower central reverse. It has mostly smooth surfaces that
have a number of fine scratches on the face and left fields that have
long since toned over to create a pleasing appearance. (500-600)
344No Lot.
PCGS Extremely Fine-40 1788 Connecticut Miller 11-G
340 1787 Connecticut Copper. Mailed Bust Facing Left. “Laughing
Head” variety. Miller 6.1-m. NGC graded About Uncirculated53 Brown. This is an excellent, high quality coin that is a perfectly
centered, has gorgeous natural brown color and excellent sharp
details and date. It is struck on a smooth, hard planchet with pleasing,
glossy surfaces. This “Laughing Head” Connecticut Copper is fully
natural in appearance and is simply a great collectable example of
this major listed Guide Book type. The Red Book lists this major
type at $3,500 in AU-50.......................................... (3,000-3,500)
Condition Census 1787 Connecticut Miller 32.1-X.3
345 1788 Connecticut Copper. Mailed Bust Facing Left. Miller
11-G. PCGS graded Extremely Fine-40. A rich, even brown
coin, with the characteristic sharp details................... (800-1,000)
Sharp 1788 Connecticut Copper NGC Extremely Fine-45
341 1787 Connecticut Copper. Draped Bust Left. Miller 32.1-X.3.
NGC graded Very Fine-30 Brown. 140.5 grns. Hi Rarity-5.
Condition Census. This impressive coin is sharply struck, perfectly
centered with medium chestnut color and semi-glossy surfaces
highlighting the details. A most attractive, high quality specimen
of this scarce Connecticut variety............................ (1,000-1,200)
346 1788 Connecticut Copper. Draped Bust Left. Miller 16.1-D.
NGC graded Extremely Fine-45 Brown. This is an impressive,
sharply detailed coin that has rich, natural brown color and attractive,
smooth surfaces.............................................................. (750-950)
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Sharply Detailed Circulated 1787 New Jersey Copper
347 1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 39-a. Whitman-5195. About
Extremely Fine. There are some details approaching Extremely
Fine, having some faint micro-porosity particularly on the date and
reverse. Overall, there are no mark, major defects or detractions
and the sharpness of the details is impressive for the grade.......... ....................................................................................... (300-400)
NGC About Uncirculated-50 1787 New Jersey Maris 46-e.
1787 Nova Eborac Copper PCGS Extremely Fine-40
350 1787 Nova Eborac Copper. Seated Figure Facing Right. PCGS
graded Extremely Fine-40. This rich medium chestnut brown
coin has nice centering and details, being struck on a defect-free
planchet. (Scuffing on the plastic is not on the coin.)................... ................................................................................. (1,800-2,000)
1785 Vermont Landscape Type “Vermonts” Ryder-2
348 1787 New Jersey Copper. Outline Shield. Maris 46-e. NGC
graded About Uncirculated-50. 149.2 grns. This well detailed
coin has natural medium brown color and nice eye appeal. The
surfaces are mostly smooth and hard with some scattered small
micro-porous patches likely as made. The details are sharp, specially
on the horse’s mane................................................. (1,200-1,800)
351 1785 Vermont Copper. Landscape Type. “Vermonts.” Ryder-2.
SEGS graded Extremely Fine-40. This medium chestnut-brown
coin has decent details and the planchet itself is nearly defect-free.
There appear to be some rim bumps along the right side edge and
some central hairlines. What appears to be a scrape from the left
bottom of the mountain to “R” is a natural surface fissure. This
cataloger would grade it more conservatively than SEGS............. ................................................................................. (2,000-2,400)
1787 New Jersey NGC Graded About Uncirculated-50
1785 Vermont Landscape Type “Vermonts” NGC VF-35
349 1787 New Jersey Copper. Outline Shield. Maris 48-G. W-5275
NGC graded About Uncirculated-50 Brown. This pleasing
coin exhibits the characteristic die break on the reverse central
shield in very clear detail. There is overall underlying mint luster
to the medium chestnut surfaces making for a most attractive
specimen.................................................................. (1,600-1,800)
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352 1785 Vermont Copper. Landscape Type. “Vermonts.” Ryder2. NGC graded Very Fine-35 Brown. This is a particularly
impressive and clean looking example that is vastly superior in
quality to most seen. The planchet is hard and smooth with a
minimal degree of irregularities. The color is a lovely, natural
chestnut and the details, in particular the reverse eye and rays, are
clear. A worthy specimen for any better quality Colonial Coin or
Vermont Copper collection...................................... (3,000-4,000)
1786 Vermont “Vermontensium” PCGS Very Fine-35
Impressive 1787 Auctori Plebis Token
356 1787 Auctori Plebis Token. Choice Extremely Fine to About
Uncirculated. This coin is vastly superior to most seen. It has
choice centering on both sides, with a date that is mostly upon the
smooth, hard planchet. The color is a lovely, natural chestnutbrown that is highlighted by underlying overall luster. It is a most
impressive, attractive specimen............................... (1,000-1,500)
353 1786 Vermont Copper. Landscape Type. “Vermontensium.”
Ryder-7. PCGS graded Very Fine-35. This well centered coin
has choice details and overall attractive eye appeal. It is a natural
medium brown in color with slightly lighter highpoints. The
planchet is hard with only a minimal number of tiny surface fissures
and presents very well. All of the legends, date and devices are
nice and clear, having excellent detail for the grade. One of the
cleanest and nicest Vermont Landscape Type coins we have offered
in some time............................................................. (2,000-3,000)
Sharp 1787 Vermont Copper BRITANNIA Type Ryder-13
354 1787 Vermont Copper. “BRITANNIA” Type. Ryder-13.
Bressett 17-V. Choice Extremely Fine. This attractive Vermont
Copper has a well defined obverse, with sharp hair details. It
has excellent centering, and a glossy natural chestnut color. The
planchet has a minor shallow edge clip just before 6 o’clock on
the obverse. As usual for this variety, the reverse is made weak.
There is a shallow light scratch on the cheek of the face and a few
trivial hairlines from light circulation. Overall, this coin is an
impressive and desirable as a high quality specimen of this major
type........................................................................... (1,000-1,500)
1789 Thick Planchet Mott Token PCGS Mint State-61
357 1789 Mott Token. Thick Planchet. Plain Edge. PCGS graded
Mint State-61 Brown. This attractive, medium brown coin has
even, smooth glossy surfaces and is well centered having nice
sharp details, particularly to the lettering at the peripheries. The
vibrant surfaces reflect in lovely overall eye appeal. An excellent
coin for Colonial type collectors.............................. (1,250-1,750)
1789 Mott Token
NGC Graded About Uncirculated Details
Outstanding 1781 North American Token PCGS AU-53
355 1781 North American Token. PCGS graded About Uncirculated53. This is a really pleasing, glossy rich chestnut coin mixed with
some deeper chocolate, with a vastly superior strike and appearance
to most seen. This current PCGS AU-53 coin is vastly superior to
most............................................................................. (800-1,200)
358 1789 Mott Token. Thick Planchet. Plain Edge. Reverse
improperly cleaned. NGC graded About Uncirculated Details.
161.7 grns. This well detailed coin for the type has only some
faint wear to the highest points with much of the original surfaces
being somewhat glossy, particularly on the obverse. The attractive
brown color is quite even with a hint of reddish underlying color
still present on the protected areas of the wings and talon on the
reverse. This is likely what the people at NGC saw when they
made the highly unusual notation of “Reverse improperly cleaned,”
as one must ask... why not the obverse? Therefore, we are selling
this coin as such and knowing that both sides are actually quite
equal. A nice collector coin in high quality............... (800-1,000)
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George Washington Coinage
Choice PCGS Graded Mint State-63 Kentucky Token
Scarce NGC About Uncirculated-55 Late Die State
1783 Washington Small Military Bust
“Engrailed Edge” Copper
359 c. 1792 Kentucky Token. Plain Edge. PCGS graded Mint State63 Brown. This well above average, premium quality coin is very
well centered coin, sharply struck and lustrous. It has excellent eye
appeal having hard, glossy surfaces that are a perfect chestnut in
color. An excellent PCGS graded Mint State-63 example of this
popular, major type.................................................. (1,000-1,200)
Dazzling 1794 Franklin Press Token NGC Mint State-62
362 1783 Washington & Independence Copper. Small Military
Bust. Engrailed Edge. Breen-1201. NGC graded Choice About
Uncirculated-55 Brown. 107.0 grns. This sharp coin has an
exciting glossy, chocolate-brown appearance with excellent eye
appeal due to its smooth, hard surfaces. This example is one of the
very latest struck from the now greatly deteriorating dies which we
have seen. There are sharply detailed massive die cracks which
connect all of the letters in obverse legend, and a distinct couple of
rim cuds on the reverse, as made. Specialists collecting Washingtonia
will recognize just how very elusive a coin in this die state truly is to locate.
It is Mint State with just a hint of cabinet friction on the highest points and
having a few trivial contact ticks, while the high rims are extremely sharp
with a perfectly smooth edge in between. This major, listed type as found
on page 75 of the 2010 Red Book.. ............................... (1,500-2,000)
Uncirculated 1783 Washington Cent “No Button” Variety
360 1794 Franklin Press Token. Plain Edge. NGC graded Mint
State-62 Brown. This conservatively graded coin is struck from
the early state of the dies, which allows the reverse legends to be
more sharply struck and shown in greater detail than typically seen.
The medium brown surfaces are glossy and lustrous with a natural
satiny appearance. An excellent “PQ” example of this colonial
type. The 2010 Red Book lists a value of $1,400 in UNC-60 for
this type. This example being NGC graded Mint State-62 and very
choice for the grade. Ex: Stack’s Public Auction Sale, September
1977, Lot 51................................................................ (800-1,000)
1795 Talbot, Allum & Lee Cent
NGC Graded Mint State-62
363 1783 Washington and Independence Draped Bust Cent. “No
Button” variety. Choice Uncirculated. This medium brown
lustrous coin has perfect centering on both sides, a sharp strike
and glossy overall underlying satiny luster. There are no marks or
defects, only the slightest hint of ancient cabinet friction that does
not affect its choice eye appeal. Very scarce in this high quality
................................................................................. (1,500-2,000)
1783 Washington & Independence Cent Proof Restrike
361 1795 Talbot, Allum & Lee Cent. Lettered Edge “We Promise to
Pay the Bearer One Cent.” NGC graded Mint State-62 Brown.
This lovely, conservatively graded “PQ” 1795 Talbot, Allum &
Lee Cent has even satiny, natural chestnut-brown surfaces and the
eye appeal of a near Gem in appearance. Originally purchased
about 1982, from Bowers and Ruddy Galleries, Inc... (800-1,000)
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364 1783 Washington & Independence Draped Bust Cent Restrike.
Copper. Engrailed Edge. Baker-3. NGC graded Proof-61
Brown. This attractive Proof example is conservatively graded,
having the eye appeal of others we have seen graded Proof-63 or
64. The surfaces are smooth, hard and mirror-like with a lovely
natural brown color, displaying underlying mint red luster........... .................................................................................... (900-1,200)
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1783 Washington “UNITY STATES” Cent NGC MS-61
Premium Quality 1795 “Liberty and Security” Halfpenny
365 1783 Washington “UNITY STATES” Cent. NGC graded Mint
State-61 Brown. This lovely, medium chestnut-brown coin has
excellent eye appeal from smooth hard surfaces and is an early
strike, having almost no signs of striations on the reverse. The
2011 Red Book lists this major type on page 76..... (1,800-2,000)
Washington “UNITY STATES” Cent NGC Graded AU-50
368 1795 Washington “Liberty and Security” Halfpenny.
“LONDON” Edge. Baker-31. Whitman-11015. NGC graded
Extremely Fine-45 Brown. This is a premium quality coin having
excellent centering, natural color and an abundance of attractive
eye appeal. An excellent specimen for a better quality, major type
George Washington and Colonial coin collection...... (800-1,000)
PCGS MS-64 1795 Washington, Liberty & Security Penny
366 1783 Washington “UNITY STATES” Cent. NGC graded About
Uncirculated-50 Brown. This quality coin was made at an early
striking, so it has no distracting striations across the reverse. The
surfaces are perfectly hard and smooth, having a satiny, medium
brown appearance. Ex: Stack’s Public Auction Sale, September
1977, Lot 63................................................................... (750-950)
Superb 1791 Washington Small Eagle Cent PCGS MS-63
369 (1795) Washington, Liberty & Security Penny. Breen-1254.
Baker-30. PCGS graded Mint State-64 Brown. This impressive
and truly beautiful coin is fully Choice Mint State, virtually a
Gem, having wonderful rich natural glossy brown surfaces that
have an outstanding semi-prooflike underlying luster. There is
a small surface flaw to the reverse field to the rim edge at 9:30.
This premium quality coin has excellent detail, struck from a later
die state which is somewhat soft on Washington’s epaulets. This
gorgeous coin has no wear and lots of lovely natural glossy luster
and has traces of original mint red within the reverse devices at
left. It is especially sharp in strike of the legends and devices.
This type is listed in the Red Book on page 80....... (3,500-4,000)
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367 1791 Washington Small Eagle Cent. PCGS graded Mint State-63
Brown. This outstanding 1791 Washington Small Eagle Cent is
too conservatively graded as it appears to be every bit a full Gem
in quality. There are no marks or detractions. The magnificent
surfaces are semi-prooflike, glossy and lustrous. The strike is
outstanding with every detail being sharp and distinct. Our images
should show how much finer this coin appears than others we have
seen graded as Mint State-65................................... (2,750-3,750)
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George Washington Inaugural Buttons • Absentee Bids Must Be Received by Saturday, December 11, 2010 at 5:00 P.M. Pacific Time
Rare 1806 Eccleston Medal Copper Shell Galvano Display
Extremely Rare George Washington Inaugural Button
“Eagle with Star” Type Original Shank Albert WI-12B
370 1806 Original Wooden Framed “Eccleston Medal” Copper
Shell Galvano, Choice Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated.
Type of Baker-85. The Copper shell is approximately 82 mm and
is set in a circular black painted period wooden frame, to an overall
diameter of 99.7mm. This is a handsome adaptation of English
Quaker philanthropist Daniel Eccleston’s tribute to Washington,
that was struck from dies by Thomas Webb. This was as famous
early Washington medal made for an English admirer who had been
guest at Mount Vernon, showing Washington in a heavy armored
cuirass, European medallic shorthand for a victorious General. The
deep glossy brown surfaces show some light wear from handling,
with rub on the highest points and a scuff in the right field. The
first of this wooden framed type we have encountered, undoubtedly
very rare................................................................... (1,400-1,800)
372 (1789) George Washington Inaugural Button. Large Size.
“Eagle & Star” type. With Original Shank. Albert WI-12B.
NGC Certified GENUINE. Choice Extremely Fine. Rarity-5.
35 mm. Large Coat Button Size. This is the variety with the
border consisting of 54 incuse dots. Small denticles subvariety.
This piece is well preserved and has its original shank on the
back. The 2005 revised edition of Cobb’s catalog of Washington
Inaugural buttons says only 8 examples of this variety are known.
Exceedingly rare. Accompanied by its NGC Photo Certificate
Certified GENUINE................................................ (5,000-5,500)
George Washington Inaugural Button
“Eagle & Star” Type
George Washington
Inaugural Buttons
Impressive Quality George Washington Inaugural Button
Rare Sub-Variety Having 55 Outer Indent Impressions
371 (1789) George Washington Inaugural Button. Coat Size.
“Eagle and Star” Type. WHB-19C, Albert WI-12B, Cobb-17d.
Sud-variety with Decoration of 55 Outer Indent Impressions.
Brass. Original Shank Intact. NGC Certified GENUINE.
Extremely Fine. 33.9mm. Coat or Jacket Size. This original
George Washington Inaugural Button is the major type featuring
a single Star above a Federal-Style Eagle’s head, 55 small border
Indents are a departure from the 54 listed by Albert. Rich, natural
deep brown surfaces. The sharpness of the design elements
reveals that the button was certainly not worn much. The shank
is original and fully intact, being a bit towards one side. Here is a
very pleasing example of the scarce “Eagle and Star” major type
George Washington Inaugural Button button that would make an
ideal specimen for collectors. Accompanied by its NGC Photo
Certificate Certified GENUINE............................... (3,000-4,000)
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373 (1789) George Washington Inaugural Button “Eagle and Star”
type. Albert WI-12C. Plain Reverse. No Shank. NGC Certified
GENUINE. Choice Extremely Fine. Rarity-2. 35 mm. Large
Coat Size. This variety has 63 incuse dots or indentations forming
the outer border. Within this is another border of extremely fine
denticles (incuse lines). This plain reverse button is missing its
shank, revealing a raised ring in the center of the back, apparently
indicating where the shank was to be attached. This button is in
excellent condition with exotic original deep reddish, black and
brown toning. Four examples of this button sold in the Stack’s
January 21, 2003 sale for $2,700 to $5,000 (hammer price, plus 15%).
An excellent, sharply detailed example for George Washington and
Political collectors. Accompanied by its NGC Photo Certificate
Certified GENUINE................................................ (4,000-5,000)
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1787 Fugio Cent “STATES UNITED” Type
Sharp 1787 Fugio Cent Club Rays Type Newman 3-D
374 1787 Fugio Cent. Club Rays / UNITED STATES. Newman 3-D.
Extremely Fine. 160.1 grns. Rarity 3. This popular and major
Fugio Cent type has nice centering and clear details, including
the large Club Rays. It has nice, natural chestnut color and the
surfaces have a very faint wispiness, apparently within the planchet
as made. A very collectable example in unusual high quality...... ................................................................................. (1,500-2,000)
Rare Circulated 1787 Fugio Cent Newman 12-S Variety
377 1787 Fugio Cent. Pointed Rays / STATES UNITED Type.
Lacquered surfaces, Details of Extremely Fine. 158.5 grns.
Rarity-3. This historic “Bank of New York” variety has an
impressive overall appearance. The color is a rich medium brown,
it is well centered on both sides and there is a overall glossy surface
luster present from some prior collector protecting the surfaces by
sealing them with a light lacquer, with a few very tiny edge nicks
on the reverse. This coin has some slight porosity to the surfaces
with several patches of verdigris at the lower left of the sundial and
the bottom link, sold “as is” as such and as shown photographed.
Absolutely guaranteed authentic. A sharp example of the ever
popular 1787 “Fugio” Cent, America’s First Federal issued “Cent”
coin.............................................................................. (800-1,000)
1787 Fugio Cent “Eight Pointed Stars” Type
375 1787 Fugio Cent. STATES UNITED / Pointed Rays. 4
Cinquefoils. Newman 12-S. Whitman-6810. Choice Extremely
Fine. 147.3 grns. Rarity-5 (certainly somewhat higher in this
grade). This attractive Newman 12-S variety Fugio Cent is perfectly
centered on both sides, with a beautiful natural even brown color
creating lovely eye appeal. It is lightly circulated with only light
wear on the very high points. The surfaces are hard, glossy and
somewhat glossy, having some original defect-free surfaces and
only a couple of faint surface scrapes on the lower reverse. The
details are sharp and clear with the legends and MIND YOUR
BUSINESS in particular, being bold and struck fully upon the
planchet. Overall, a very high quality and clearly superior example
of this popular first Federal “1787” dated collector coin having
a value of $5,500 in Whitman graded at EF-40. This is a variety
which is lacking in most collections and will prove to be a highlight
for one...................................................................... (3,500-4,500)
378 1787 Fugio Cent. Pointed Rays/ STATES UNITED. Eight
Pointed Stars on Reverse Label type. Newman 15-Y. Very
Fine. This light brown Fugio Cent has nice detail for the grade
with a sharply defined diagnostic die breaks. A natural planchet
edge defect is located on the obverse at 11:00, to the left of the sun.
One Star and the facial details of the sun are clear to the naked
eye. FUGIO, the 1787 date and MIND YOUR BUSINESS are
well defined. A very collectable example of this major Fugio Cent
type.............................................................................. (800-1,000)
1787 Fugio Cent “Eight Pointed Stars” Type NGC VF-30
Impressive 1787 Fugio Cent NGC About Uncirculated-53
376 1787 Fugio Cent. Pointed Rays / STATES UNITED. 4
Cinquefoils. Newman 12-X. NGC graded About Uncirculated53 Brown. This gorgeous Fugio cent has excellent centering and an
excellent sharp strike on a wonderful, defect-free planchet. There
is just a bit of faint friction to the highest points, the surfaces are
smooth, hard and glossy. This is a premium quality example that
has superior eye appeal............................................ (2,000-2,400)
379 1787 Fugio Cent. Pointed Rays / STATES UNITED. Eight
Pointed Stars. Newman 15-Y. NGC graded Very Fine-30 Brown.
This is a nice collectable example of this popular, major Eight
Pointed Stars type. The planchet is vastly superior to most seen,
having only a trivial surface fissure on the reverse above “WE”.
The obverse is particularly clean and sharp in details, having a
wonderful MIND YOUR BUSINESS..................... (1,200-1,500)
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Rare Circulated 1787 Fugio Cent Newman 16-N.1 Variety
1739-Dated Admiral Vernon Medal “The Took Porto
Bello With Six Ships Only”
380 1787 Fugio Cent. STATES UNITED / Pointed Rays. Newman
16-N.1. Whitman-6925. About Very Fine. Rarity-5. This Fugio
Cent has even overall wear from circulation with most of the
details clear, with some certainly Very Fine. It is well centered
upon a medium brown planchet which has slightly lighter tone to
the highpoints. There are some small scattered surface flaws on
the metal, as struck and some light marks and hairlines attained
in circulation. Listed on page 221 in Whitman this scarce type is
valued at $2,000 in VF-20 given the comments, “Rare. Usually
seen in low grades. Planchet quality varies.” (to which we agree).
Overall, a most collectable example of this scarce Fugio variety.
.................................................................................... (800-1,000)
383 1739-Dated Admiral Vernon Medal. “The Took Porto Bello
With Six Ships Only” Reverse Motto. Obverse: Admiral
Vernon and Commodore Brown Portraits. 37mm. McCormickGoodhart-139. Choice Extremely Fine. ................... (400-500)
Pleasing Circulated 1739 Admiral Vernon Medal
Elusive 1787 Fugio Cent
Newman 18-H.1 Variety Rarity-6
384 1739-Dated. Admiral Vernon. British Glory Reviv’d at Porto
Bello Medal. Brass. Adams-Chao PBv 44-UU. M-G 68. Very
Fine. 37.2mm. This is an attractive, evenly circulated medal with
an Obverse: High relief 3/4-length bust of Vernon, hand pointing
left. The Reverse: Ships jostling into the harbor. Clean goldenbrown surfaces and having very nice details for the grade............ ....................................................................................... (275-350)
381 1787 Fugio Cent. Pointed Rays / UNITED STATES. Newman
18-H.1. Fine. 162.4 grns. Rarity-6. This rare Fugio Cent variety is
missing in most collections. It has an evenly circulated appearance.
The medium chocolate-brown color is natural with decent details
for the grade and a full date is present. The surfaces and planchet
have some light roughness under close examination, yet the
planchet weight is nice and heavy. One thin hairline surface fissure
is located on the sundial “as made,” it is not a scratch. There is
a faint scratch on the top of the reverse link at 9:00. Otherwise,
most of the reverse details and legends are very clear, nearly Very
Fine. The rims are smooth and near perfect, having no bumps or
bruises. This coin appears original and has not been cleaned. We
have seen other examples of this variety sell for in excess of $2,000
in lesser quality. This is a decent, very collectible example of this
elusive, Newman 18-H.1 rare Fugio Cent variety......................... ................................................................................. (1,000-1,500)
Vernon “Hath Once More Reviv’d British Glory” Medal
Historic Medals
385 1739-Dated. Admiral Vernon. “Hath Once More Reviv’d
British Glory” Medal. Copper. Adams-Chao FCv 5-D. M-G
189. Choice Very Fine. 39.7mm. This is an attractive, evenly
circulated medal with an Obverse: High relief 1/2-length bust of
Vernon, with a large Tree left. The Reverse: Ships in a Serpentine
port. Very clean and even deep brown surfaces and having very
nice details for the grade................................................ (300-400)
1713 Queen Anne “Peace of Utrecht Silver” Medal AU-58
382 1713-Dated. Great Britain. Queen Anne. Peace of Utrecht. Silver
Medal. Eimer-460. Choice. NGC graded About Uncirculated58. MI ii 400/257. 35mm. 16.1gms. Design by J. Croker. Obv:
Laureate head Queen Anne bust left. Rev: Britannia standing,
holding olive branch in one hand, spear and shield in the other,
Roman numeral date below. This is a most attractive and original
example of this popular Silver medal. It has toned to a purple-gray
color in the fields and has a lovely rainbow iridescence around
the protected devices. For comparison purposes, the John J. Ford
specimen (which was a cleaned EF), sold in the September 2008
Long Beach auction for $747.50.................................... (600-800)
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1747 Admiral Vernon Medal McCormick-Goodhart-229
386 1747-Dated Admiral Vernon Medal. “True British Heroes Took
Cartegena” Reverse Motto. Portrait of Vernon and Ogle on
obverse. 37mm. McCormick-Goodhart-229. Extremely Fine.
..................................................................................... (400-500)
1759 “Granby” Medal
Celebrating British Seven Years War
Silver “Avenger of Liberty in Two Worlds” Struck Medal
389 1789-Dated. LaFayette Medal. “Avenger of Liberty in Two
Worlds”. Struck in Silver. By Benjamin Duvivier. Paris Mint.
Post 1880 strike. Fuld LA.1790.4. Uncirculated. 41.8mm. 39
grams. Fuld LA.1790.4. Obverse shows a half-length uniformed
bust of LaFayette facing left. with Order of St. Louis and Conquerors
of the Bastille, exergue OFFERT PAR B. DUVIVIER - A LA
GARDE NATIONALE. The reverse has an 11-line military career
outline, which includes Major General in the Armies of the United
States, and the surrounding legend, VENGEUR DE LA LIBERTÉ
DANS LE DEUX MONDES, Avenger of Liberty in Two Worlds,
the edge struck with a small Cornucopia and “ARGENT.”........... ....................................................................................... (350-400)
Libertas Americana “Look-Alike”
1792 “Liberté Françoise”
387 1759-Dated. “Granby” Medal. Betts Unlisted. “Medallic
illustrations of the history of Great Britain and Ireland to
the death of George II” Listed as # 436. Struck in Bronze.
Extremely Fine. 27mm. Betts-Unlisted. Dated 1759 this medal
struck to celebrate the British victories of the Seven Years War.
This is another one that Betts would have listed if he knew this little
medal existed. The only catalog I can find this listed is “Medallic
illustrations of the history of Great Britain and Ireland to the death
of George II.” It is listed there as # 436, “Marquess Of Granby
1759, Bust of the Marquess of Granby, r., bair short, in armour and
riband across the breast. Leg. The British Hero. MARQUIS OF
GRANBY. Iter. A heart, crowned, within a wreath of laurel. Brass
Rare.” This medal is called “Rare” in the 19th century catalog,
and you could bet your last dollar it would be considered very rare
today. A type missing in most collections.................... (275-350)
1777 Terra Cotta Benjamin Franklin Medallion By Nini
388 1777 Benjamin Franklin “Nini” Terra Cotta Medallion, by
Jean-Baptiste Nini, Choice Near Mint. Betts-548, Fuld-FR.ME.
NL.3. This large 4.5” (115 mm) high relief medallion of Franklin
is made of Terra Cotta (ceramic clay). It was produced in France
by the sculptor, Jean-Baptiste Nini during the height of Franklin’s
popularity there. Nini made a variety of different Franklin medallions
in terra cotta for sale in both France and America. This variety has
Franklin wearing his fur cap with the inscription, “B. Franklin Americain.” Nini has signed and dated the truncation of Franklin’s
bust, and added his arms as well. This medallion is a pleasing fired
clay light brown in color and includes an original string loop for
hanging on display. A removable, printed biography of Nini, in
French, has been pasted to the otherwise plain back of the medallion.
There are two edge chips on the blank back, which do not show
from the front and a barely noticeable chip on the back portion
of the front edge and is otherwise in excellent condition. In the
John Ford Jr. two terra cotta plaques by Nini sold for $5,750 and
a lesser quality piece for $3,220. An impressive, contemporary
French tribute portrait of this always popular, Benjamin Franklin
American statesman to France................................. (3,000-4,000)
390 1792-Dated. French “Liberté Françoise” National Convention
Medal. Struck in Bronze. By Galle. NGC graded Mint State-63
Brown. This historic medal is 39 mm (slightly larger than a U.S.
Silver Dollar). This one is a rich, even medium bronze in color,
as typical of this composition. It was struck in 1792 from metal
taken from a bell rung that year, the first year of the new French
Republic. The obverse of this piece shows a head of “Liberty”
with flowing hair and a Liberty Cap atop a pole. All these devices
are very similar to the obverse of the Libertas Americana medal
and the designs on our own Liberty Cap Half Cents and Large
Cents of 1793-1797. Dies by Galle, whose name appears on the
truncation. A similar example, graded AU recently appeared in
a major October 2010 East coast numismatic Americana auction
and brought $1,380. This gorgeous specimen in clearly superior
in quality, and is NGC Certified MS-63.................. (1,600-2,000)
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Superb NGC Mint State-67 Captain James Biddle Medal
391 1815-Dated. (c.1900) Captain James Biddle Naval Medal. United
States Mint Struck in Bronze. NGC graded Mint State-67.
Julian NA-5. 64.8 mm. 142.1 gm. This medal is a lovely, deep
natural chestnut-brown in color and is in superb overall quality,
being NGC certified and graded Mint State-67. This medal is the
only and Finest in quality of this vintage, as certified in this superb
quality by NGC. This medal is Accompanied by its NGC Photo
Certification graded MS-67..................................... (1,000-1,500)
This United States Mint made medal, was produced circa 1900 to our best
knowledge. We are aware of only a small group of this special vintage
and type that were recently discovered, and unpublished until now. Also
to our best knowledge only one of each design is known. It is possible that
others may exist. They are clearly not originals or 19th century restrikes. These medals have a distinct appearance. They are certainly the “only
ones recognized” for what they are. Also, they are apparently even rarer
than the medals that were produced by the Mint with the green experimental
finish, that were used for only a few years at the turn of the 19th century. According to Joe Levine, he has not seen any of this vintage previously, over
many decades of specialization and as a top authority in the field. We know
of none other of these medals, other than a few sold through Presidential. It is difficult to to estimate their market value as they are of a later issue,
and the “originals” have been widely collected since made. However,
this vintage of issue appears to be vastly more rare than the “originals,”
if not unique. The true rarity of these medals is unknown. However, the
fact that they have just come to the attention of longtime specialists in the
field is a good indication of their great scarcity.
Superb Quality 1840 Harrison Medal
Deeply Toned Silver 1850 Franklin Institute Award Medal
393 1850-Dated. Franklin Institute Award Medal. Struck in Silver.
Engraved by Christian Gobrecht. Julian AM-17. Toned. About
Uncirculated. 51mm. 58.8 grams. This Silver Award medal has
deep gunmetal-blue rich toning on both sides, having some light
wear and scratches in the fields covered with toning. The obverse
shows a Benjamin Franklin bust facing left. Date of 1824 below.
The Reverse legend at top reads: “REWARD OF SKILL AND
INGENUITY”. This medals awarded and hand-engraved at center:
“To - C.B. Williams - For - Shoe Skirting - 1850”........ (400-500)
Gorgeous 1876 International Exhibition Danish Medal
394 1876 International Exhibition Danish Medal. Struck in White
Metal. By F. Schmahlfeld, V. Olrik and V. Christesen. Baker427B. Choice Cameo Prooflike Uncirculated. 52.8mm. Obverse:
Small oval George Washington head is supported by cherubs, LET
US HAVE PEACE above. Reverse: Standing Liberty attended
by Agriculture, Industry, Art and Navigation. A beautiful, deep
prooflike example with white cameo highlights............ (300-400)
Unlisted John F. Kennedy Profile
NY World’s Fair Medal
392 1840 Harrison Presidential Campaign Medal. Major General
W. H. Harrison Medal. White Metal. WHH 1840-10. Very
Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. 38 mm. Obv. Large Central Bust
Portrait, legend reads; “Maj. Gen. W. H. Harrison - Born . Feb .9.
1773”. Reverse: Central Log Cabin Homestead with American
Flag with Liberty Cap on top, legend reads; “The Peoples Choice
- The Hero of TIPPECANOE”. Original metal loop attached at the
top suspension hole. One tiny nick on the reverse rim at bottom.
Completely brilliant with smooth surfaces.................... (500-600)
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395 1964-Dated. “NEW YORK WORLD’S FAIR - JOHN F.
KENNEDY” Medal. Silvered. Unlisted Type. NGC graded
Mint State-62. 40mm. Mostly brilliant prooflike silver in color.
Obverse: NEW YORK WORLD’S FAIR PERSONAL SOUVENIR
around bust of JFK to left flanked by the inscription: 1917 1963
- JOHN F. KENNEDY - 1964 - ISSUED TO - space blank for
inscription. Reverse: OFFICIAL UNITED STATES POSTAGE
STAMP. OFFICIAL UNITED STATES COIN UN-MINTED
around design of 5¢ stamp for the NYWF. We have not seen or
offered another. A great item for New York, JFK or World’s Fair
collectors........................................................................ (275-350)
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Superb 12oz Silver
“American Astronauts In Space” Medal
Largest Size Abraham Lincoln Indian Peace Medal
Number 57 In “100 Greatest American Tokens & Medals”
396 1988. 12 Troy Oz.. “American Astronauts In Space” Medal.
Struck in Silver. Turner 44. Superb Gem Uncirculated. 76
mm. .999 Fine Silver. 12 Troy Oz.. 10 mm thick. This medal was
sculpted by James Licaretz and designed on the obverse by Essan
Ni and on the reverse by Robert Ahlcrona. On the obverse is a
standing figure of an astronaut and a US flag planted on the surface
of the moon. LIBERTY above and the date, 1988 below. The
reverse pictures an eagle on the top of stylized “A” surrounded by
legend, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. At bottom, YOUNGASTRONAUTS. This superb, scarce Silver medal still housed in
its original custom packaging and box.......................... (500-600)
Indian Peace Medals
Andrew Jackson Indian Peace Medal Struck In Bronze
398 1862-Dated. Abraham Lincoln Indian Peace Medal. Struck at
the United States Mint in Bronze. Engraved by Salathiel Ellis
(Obv.) and Joseph Willison (Rev.). Choice Mint State. Julian
IP-38. 76 mm. This historic Abraham Lincoln Indian Peace
Medal is listed as Number 57 In the book “100 Greatest American
Tokens & Medals” and as Number 27 in F.P. Prucha’s “Indian
Peace Medals in American History” (1971). It was struck at the
United States Mint using the Original dies, the obverse engraved
by S(alathiel). Ellis, with his name and the word “Patented” located
below Lincoln’s shoulder. This lovely medal has natural, even
chestnut-mahogany in color and hard, glossy surfaces. There are
a few trivial scattered vetigris spots on the obverse and a faint
hairline or so.
The reverse is beautiful, (taken from the die for the reverse of the
James Buchanan medals) shows an American Indian brave scalping
another, the head of an Indian woman at the bottom, a quiver of
arrows and a bow and a peace pipe, an Indian in feathered headdress
plowing a field.
This important American medal also includes the First Depiction
of a Baseball Game being played in metallic form. On the center
of the reverse is a design showing children playing baseball. Other
imagery includes; ships in the harbor, a church, and a homestead.
Strong, high wire sharp rims are well struck on both sides. A
desirable, authentic Abraham Lincoln Indian Peace medal from
the United States Mint and struck in its largest size...................... ................................................................................. (1,800-2,200)
“The Red Jacket Medal” February 1866 Printed Article
397 (1829) Andrew Jackson Indian Peace Medal. Largest Size.
Struck at the United States Mint in Bronze. Choice Uncirculated.
Julian IP-14. 76 mm. This is a sharply detailed, original U.S.
Mint made specimen that is struck in its largest size. Although
dated 1829, this medal was struck sometime after 1846 using a
new reverse die that replaced the worn original. The color of this
piece is a rich, even brown in color. There are several scattered
deeper tone spots appearing on the obverse and reverse, mostly neat
the outer letters of the legends. This historic Indian Peace Medal
type features clasped hands on the reverse, depicting “Peace and
Friendship” between the American government and the indigenous
American people. Overall, this is a very well detailed and collectable
medal........................................................................... (800-1,000)
399 February 1866, Original, Complete Printed Article, “The
Red Jacket Medal,” from HARPER’S NEW MONTHLY
MAGAZINE, by Alfred H. Guernsey, Choice Extremely Fine.
This complete, historic 143 year old article (no date) has 4 pages,
measures 9 5/8” x 6 1/8” and is nicely illustrated with 4 woodcut
engravings including; “Red Jacket (By Wier),” “Red Jacket (By
Darley),” “GEORGE WASHINGTON - PRESIDENT - 1792.”
(large oval medal design, exact size), “E.S. Parker.” It tells the story
of the 1792 George Washington Silver Peace Medal presented to
Red Jacket in 1792 by President George Washington. Red Jacket
was a member of the Embassy from the Six Nations that traveled
to the Federal capital. This wonderful imprint is complete and in
excellent overall quality................................................. (150-200)
Rare 1901-Dated Portrait Photograph of a Kiowa Chief
Wearing His Silver Indian Peace Medal
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4001901-Dated. Portrait Photograph of Chief “Wife-pa-pe-he or
Woman’s Heart – Kiowa Chief.” as identified in the image itself.
Wearing His Silver Indian Peace Medal. Choice Extremely
Fine. This original photograph measures 5.5” x 4” is in black
and white, still on its original 8.75” x 6.75” gray-black mount.
Full-fame portrait photo of the Chief of mature years wearing
his Large Size, Silver Indian Peace Medal as a proud, prominent
decoration. The medal lacks significant detail to exactly attribute.
“Copyright, Pioneer Roll Paper Co.” in the image at bottom right.
A truly wonderful, rare period image......................... (800-1,000)
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Photograph of Chief “Co-U-Wa or Turtle Dove”
Wearing His Silver Indian Peace Medal.
Rare 1793 Liberty Cap Half Cent
404 1793 Liberty Cap Half Cent. Corroded. Cohen-4. ANACS
graded Net Very Good-10 “VF Details.” This dark brown coin
has corrosion, pronounced on the obverse............... (3,500-4,000)
401 1901-Dated. Portrait Photograph of Chief “Co-U-Wa or Turtle
Dove” as identified in the image itself. Wearing His Silver Indian
Peace Medal. Choice Extremely Fine. This original photograph
measures 5.5” x 4” is in black and white, still on its original 8.75”
x 6.75” gray-black mount. Full-fame portrait photo of the Chief
of mature years wearing wide brimmed hat with star, buttoned
jacket and having his Large Size, Silver Indian Peace Medal as a
proud, prominent decoration. The medal lacks significant detail
to exactly attribute. “Copyright, Pioneer Roll Paper Co.” in the
image at bottom right. A truly wonderful, rare period image....... .................................................................................... (800-1,000)
Original 1927 “Belden” Indian Peace Medal Reference
1793 Flowing Hair Large Cent “Wreath” Type Reverse
405 1793 Flowing Hair Large Cent. Wreath Type Reverse. Corroded
- Rim Damage. ANACS graded Net Very Good-8 “VF Details.”
This rich, medium brown coin has a decent appearance, which is
not nearly a detrimental as the ANACS holder suggests, although
it is accurate............................................................. (2,750-3,000)
Superb NGC Proof-66 Cameo1884 Three Cents Nickel
402 1927, First Edition, “INDIAN PEACE MEDALS ISSUED IN
THE UNITED STATES,” by Bauman L. Belden, NY: The
American Numismatic Society, Very Fine. Full, original size
at 10.5” x 9”, original paper bound covers, 46 pages plus 22 fine
plates with photo reproductions of the peace medals, and an inside
plate of “Red Jacket.” Both covers are worn, with some typical
chipping of the outer edges. Both covers are still attached and the
contents are very fine or better, though with some pages lightly
chipped at extremities. Overall, a pleasing, very useful copy, this
original copy known to be far superior to later reprints. Rare,
missing from most collections, this being only the second example
we’ve ever offered, the first selling in our April 20, 2002 Auction,
Lot 1039, for $402 in worse condition having a broken spine. A
very scarce book, this copy is hand-numbered, of the 350 copies
printed............................................................................ (400-500)
Blazing Robinson “Granby-Higley” Store Card
403 (1861) Hartford, Connecticut. Alfred S. Robinson “GranbyHigley” Store Card Token. Kenny-1. F-210A-1B. Dies by
George H. Lovett. NGC graded Token Mint State-63. This
exceptional example is fully brilliant with deep mirror Prooflike
surfaces. It has spectacular, blazing natural golden-brass color and
looks absolutely gorgeous. It appears to be very conservatively
graded. The obverse shows a copy of the 1737 Higley copper with
VALUE ME AS YOU PLEASE and a standing Deer. Issued in
early 1861 this is a very scarce major type and the finest specimen
we have offered. Ex: Henry South Collection........ (1,400-1,600)
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406 1884 Three Cents Nickel. NGC graded Proof-66 Cameo. This
superb, premium quality coin has exceptional eye appeal with
wonderful rich white frosty cameo to the highpoints. A gorgeous,
dazzling coin.................................................................. (700-800)
“Genuine” 1797 Draped Bust Half Dime “15 Stars” Type
407 1797 Draped Bust Half Dime. 15 Stars. PCGS graded “Genuine.”
This coin is silver-gray in color, with the sharpness in detail of
Choice Very Fine to Extremely Fine....................... (2,750-3,250)
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Superb NGC Graded Proof-66 1880 Shield Nickel
Lustrous 1875-CC Trade Dollar ANACS Mint State-60
408 1880 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof-66. A shimmering,
satiny and lustrous beauty.............................................. (700-800)
412 1875-CC Trade Dollar. ANACS graded Mint State-60. Scarce,
satiny white coin has toning at its peripheries......... (2,200-2,500)
Pleasing Mint State 1876-S Trade Dollar
409 1832 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Small Letters. PCGS graded
About Uncirculated-50. A pretty type coin, with nice medium
silver-gray color............................................................. (300-400)
Choice Circulated 1799 Draped Bust Silver Dollar
413 1876-S Trade Dollar. Mint State. This coin is mostly brilliant
white with lots of satiny pizzazz. There is some natural goldenrusset tone about the peripheries and a small patch of light white
haze in the lower obverse field with some light trivial hairlines
and contacts. The reverse is particularly vibrant, with great eye
appeal for the grade........................................................ (500-800)
Circulated “Key Date” 1893-CC Morgan Silver Dollar
410 1799 Draped Bust Silver Dollar. Bolen-4. BB-15.3. Choice
Extremely Fine. This is a very attractive example of this popular
date. It has excellent, smooth surfaces with only light, even wear
for the grade. The diagnostic surface die lines are clearly evident
and there are only a couple of small contact marks on the obverse
by the chin, otherwise virtually mark free. There are no rim bumps,
as they remain sharp. Light silvery color makes for lovely eye
appeal....................................................................... (2,500-3,500)
Sharply Detailed 1801 Draped Bust Silver Dollar
414 1893-CC Morgan Silver Dollar. “Key Date.” Extremely Fine.
This coin has no major marks or bruises, just honest circulation and
wear, with the standard contact as such. It is completely white as
it appears to have been “dipped” at some point in its past. There
are traces of of tone developing on its otherwise flashy white
surfaces.................................................................... (1,200-1,400)
“Key Date” Circulated 1893-S Morgan Silver Dollar
411 1801 Draped Bust Silver Dollar. Choice Extremely Fine. This
Draped Bust Silver Dollar has a very sharp strike and excellent
clear details for the grade. There are no major marks or rim bumps
or bruises, just one hard to see, tiny contact nick in the obverse
left field. The surfaces are a smooth silver-gray in color, toned a
bit deeper on the upper portion of the reverse. A nice type coin.
................................................................................. (2,500-3,500)
415 1893-S Morgan Silver Dollar. “Key Date.” Very Fine. This
silver-gray coin has no major marks, just trivial contacts and
the rims are completely free of any bumps or bruises. A decent,
collectable example of this “Key Date”................... (2,750-3,500)
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1868 Gold Quarter Dollar BG-711 PCGS MS-65
416 1851-O Liberty Head $2.50 Gold Quarter Eagle. PCGS graded
About Uncirculated-50. Lovely, rich original golden mint
bloom............................................................................. (700-900)
Gorgeous 1874 Indian Princess Head $3 Gold
422 1868 California Fractional Gold. Liberty Head Octagonal
Quarter Dollar. BG-711. PCGS graded Mint State-65. This
coin has a rich satiny golden-olive appearance with overall natural
mint luster...................................................................... (600-800)
1871 California Fractional Gold BG-1011 PCGS MS-64
417 1874 Indian Princess Head $3 Gold. Choice About Uncirculated.
This beautiful coin has wonderful, original mint bloom and rich
color, with only some light friction on the obverse fields. An
impressive example with significant eye appeal...... (1,500-1,750)
418 1847 Liberty Head $5 Gold Half Eagle. NGC graded About
Uncirculated-58. A flashy, lustrous coin..................... (600-700)
423 1871 California Fractional Gold. Liberty Head Round Half
Dollar. BG-1011. PCGS graded Mint State-64. Frosty and
lustrous........................................................................... (400-600)
424 1875 California Gold Indian Head Quarter Dollar. Round.
BG-847. PCGS graded MS-63. Prooflike surfaces.... (350-450)
Colorful Gem 1922 Grant Memorial Half Dollar
1897-S Liberty Head $5 Gold Half Eagle PCGS MS-62
419 1897-S Liberty Head $5 Gold Half Eagle. PCGS graded Mint
State-62. Fabulous, deep rich golden mint bloom adorns both
sides of this coin...................................................... (1,400-1,800)
425 1922 Grant Memorial Commemorative Half Dollar. IGC
graded Mint State-65. This coin has gorgeous satiny cartwheel
luster with colorful golden-russet overtones.................. (300-400)
1912 Indian Head $5 Gold Half Eagle ANACS MS-64
420 1912 Indian Head $5 Gold Half Eagle. ANACS graded Mint
State-64. ................................................................ (2,000-2,250)
421 1913 Indian Head $5 Gold Half Eagle. ANACS graded Mint
State-63. ................................................................ (1,200-1,400)
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426 1917 McKinley Commemorative $1 Gold. PCGS graded About
Uncirculated-55. A very clean, flashy natural golden coin with
nice mint bloom............................................................. (600-700)
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1859 Pattern Half Dollar Proof
Struck In Copper Judd-242
Scales
427 1859 Pattern Half Dollar. Judd-242. Copper. Choice Proof.
Rarity-5. This Pattern has nice even, natural chestnut color and
a choice lustrous Proof surfaces providing a premium quality
appearance. A few scattered tiny marks on the neck keep it from
grading Gem. A lovely, scarce Pattern half dollar.(1,200-1,600)
Scarce 1868 Pattern Five Cents Judd-633 ANACS PRF-55
430 1777, Joh.[an] Pet.[er] Braselmann, Pfalz, Germany, Balance
Scale and Weights in Original Box, Very Fine. This superb,
large size, 7.0” x 3.5”.................................................. (800-1,000)
428 1868 Pattern Five Cents. Judd-633. ANACS graded Proof-55.
This scarce, light silver-gray pattern has a few scattered tone spots
and overall golden-russet natural overtones............... (850-1,050)
Scarce One Cent Pattern Judd-666
PCGS Graded Proof-64
429 1869 One Cent Pattern. Copper-Nickel. Judd-666. PCGS
graded Proof-64. Obv: Liberty Head seen on the Three-Cent
Nickel. Rev: a simple Roman numeral I in a plain wreath. Bright
and flashy, with a hint of faint golden toning on both sides.......... ................................................................................. (1,200-1,500)
431 c. 1780s, French Balance Scale with Weights in Original Box,
Very Fine. This superb, large size, 7.0” x 2.75” Interior cover
label with coin equivelents............................................ (450-550)
Painted Circa 1870
Wooden “Fairbanks Scales” Trade Sign
432 c. 1870, Original Painted Wooden “Fairbanks Scales”
Advertising Trade Sign, Made in Chicago, Choice Very Fine.
This superb, large size, 13” x 42.25” advertising sign from the
famous maker of coin and other scales, reads simply, “Fairbanks
Scales” in bold black letters on a white background. The sign itself
consists of one long, thick, heavy piece of wood, with a molded,
black wooden frame. In the lower right corner there is a partial
inscription from the manufacturer of this sign reading, “— ress &
Sign Co. Chicago.” Aside from some minor paint loss and a few
scuffs and nicks from actual use, this sign is in nice condition and
makes for a most impressive display. Extremely rare, this is the
first we have seen and offered................................. (1,000-1,500)
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