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Rare Books, Autographs & Maps
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Appointment signed by Lincoln and Stanton
LINCOLN, ABRAHAM and EDWARD STANTON
Document signed. Washington: 1 August 1864. Engraved document on vellum accomplished in manuscript, with blue wafer seal, docketing in red ink to upper margin by E. D. Townsend, signed by Lincoln as President and countersigned by Edward Stanton as Secretary of War. The document appoints Barzillai J. Inman as Second Lieutenant in the Veteran Reserve Corps. 19 1/4 x 15 3/4 inches (50 x 40.5 cm). Usual folds, a few very minor stains in margin, somewhat faded, laid down to card.
We find records of Inman in his post with the 11th Regiment Veteran Reserve Corps as of March 9, 1864. He was discharged December 16, 1865.
Sold for $6,080
Estimated at $7,000 - $10,000
Includes Buyer's Premium
LINCOLN, ABRAHAM and EDWARD STANTON
Document signed. Washington: 1 August 1864. Engraved document on vellum accomplished in manuscript, with blue wafer seal, docketing in red ink to upper margin by E. D. Townsend, signed by Lincoln as President and countersigned by Edward Stanton as Secretary of War. The document appoints Barzillai J. Inman as Second Lieutenant in the Veteran Reserve Corps. 19 1/4 x 15 3/4 inches (50 x 40.5 cm). Usual folds, a few very minor stains in margin, somewhat faded, laid down to card.
We find records of Inman in his post with the 11th Regiment Veteran Reserve Corps as of March 9, 1864. He was discharged December 16, 1865.
Auction: Rare Books, Autographs & Maps, ending Sep 12, 2024
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Auction of Rare Books, Autographs & Maps on September 12, 2024
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NEW YORK, NY -- Doyle's auction of Rare Books, Autographs & Maps September 12, 2024 saw diverse offerings of printed and manuscript Americana, maps of all regions, early printing, fine bindings and library sets, fine printing and private press, travel and sport, science and technology, books on art and architecture, children’s and illustrated books, and English literature and American literature. Also featured were original autograph manuscripts and letters, illustration art and memorabilia. Add to an existing collection or begin a new one!
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