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Extraordinary Lot of Early Presidential & Historical Signed Manuscripts: Two by George Washington as President, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock From 1776, Three by Alexander Hamilton, Lafayette, Etc.
Extraordinary collection of documents and letters signed by America’s founding fathers, remarkable not only for the volume of manuscripts present, but for their content and significance as well. Lot includes:
(1) George Washington document signed as President, appointing Thomas Lowry of New Jersey to First Marshal. Dated 28 January 1794, with a large “Go: Washington” signature at lower right. Vellum document has red wax-based paper seal intact. Measures 16.5″ x 12.5″. Dampstaining to trimmed edges, folds and light wear. Very good condition.
(2) George Washington and Thomas Jefferson document signed as President and Secretary of State. Datelined Philadelphia on 8 March 1792, document appoints “Zachariah Rhodes of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations…Inspector of the Revenue for the Port of Patuxet”. Vellum document measures 14.25″ x 12″ with intact red wax-based paper seal, framed to 21″ x 32″. Repaired separation and paper loss along folds, and light soiling. Signatures of “Go. Washington” and “Th. Jefferson” are large and remain strong. Very good condition.
(3) John Hancock Revolutionary War military appointment signed in 1776 as President of the Continental Congress. On partially printed document with “In Congress” header, document is datelined Philadelphia, 21 March 1776. Boldly signed by Hancock with his unique signature and paraph. Visible portion measures 12.5″ x 9″, framed to 26.5″ x 15.75″. Separation along folds, with two sections missing and filled-in. Some discoloration and toning. In fair condition, nicely displayed.
(4) Alexander Hamilton letter signed “A. Hamilton” as Treasury Secretary, datelined New York, 1 December 1789. In this circular letter, Hamilton writes to the state collectors and inspectors, regarding what procedures the newly established Treasury Department would be implementing, and what would be required of them. Dated less than three months after the creation of the Treasury Department. Measures 8″ x 9.75″ on two pages, front and verso. In double-sided frame measuring 25″ x 16.5″. Not examined out of frame, but appears near fine.
(5) Alexander Hamilton signature as Treasury Secretary, dated 10 March 1792. Signed with his full name, “Alexander Hamilton”. Cut signature from partially printed document, with visible portion measuring 3″ x 3.75″, framed to 17.5″ x 16″. Not examined out of frame; fold underneath signature, overall near fine. With JSA COA.
(6) Interesting document signed by Alexander Hamilton, as well as his wife Elizabeth Hamilton, and Hamilton heirs. Mortgage document from 1803 concerns two lots of land in Ohio granted to a Nathaniel Pendleton by George Washington. Six page document on four-page bifolium plus separate leaf measures approximately 8″ x 13″. Dampstaining at edges and portion next to signatures cut away. Overall in very good condition.
(7) Legal document circa 1802 concerning Alexander Hamilton, who here represents as a lawyer his client, Whitehead Cornwell, accused of trespassing. Interestingly, there is a note in the Aaron Burr papers concerning Whitehead Cornwell. Document measures 8″ x 6.75″. Browned along folds, overall in very good condition.
(8) Legal slip signed by Aaron Burr, who of course fatally shot Alexander Hamilton. Dated 15 May 1819, and signed “A. Burr”, after Burr returned from exile in England. Measures approximately 9.75″ x 1.5″. Very good condition.
(9) Marquis de Lafayette autograph letter signed. Written from Paris in French, signed “Lafayette” at conclusion. With bold handwriting. Letter measures 6.125″ x 7.5″. Stain at center, light creasing and toning, overall very good condition.
(10) Marquis de Lafayette autograph letter signed in French to a Monsieur Milanges. Datelined La Grange on 13 November 1806. Signed “Lafayette” at conclusion and addressed on verso in Lafayette’s hand. Bifolium document measures 6.5″ x 8.25″. Small hole from wax remnant on verso, else near fine condition.
(11) Martin Van Buren land grant for property in Alabama, proxy-signed for Van Buren. Dated 28 July 1838, with intact red wax-based paper seal. Vellum document measures 16.125″ x 10″. Small section of mousing along vertical fold, overall very good.
(12-18) Assortment of interesting historical documents including the “Edinburgh Evening Courant” newspaper from 19 November 1777; World War I American soldier letter from 1918; Ten shillings Connecticut bond from 1790; Several $5.00 State of Louisiana bonds; Russian stock from 1905; State of Mississippi $2,000 bond; Various engravings and illustrations, useful for pairing with documents for framing, of George Washington, Lafayette, Alexander Hamilton, and Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Sold for $72,500.
Handsome signed display of George Washington’s cabinet, not only signed by President Washington, but by all four of his cabinet members including Thomas Jefferson. Large display measuring 25.5” x 25” features a photo of the Currier & Ives lithograph titled ”Washington and His Cabinet”, underneath which are the signatures of all five: President George Washington, Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson, Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton, Secretary of War Henry Knox and Attorney General Edmund Randolph. Expected toning to signatures and small hole in Randolph’s slip, not affecting signature, else near fine. With University Archives or PSA/DNA COAs for all five signatures. Sold for $18,400.
Alexander Hamilton 1792 Letter Signed
Alexander Hamilton letter signed as Secretary of Treasury, describing the content of another letter originally enclosed with this one. Reads, “Sir, I herewith send you a copy of a Circular letter which I have this day written to the Collectors of the Customs. The arrangement therein suggested will conduce very much to the order of the [beliefs] of the Treasury and is presumed to be conformable with law.” Proud of his new set-forth plan, Hamilton continues to write, “I feel a confidence that it will meet with the cheerful coop[or]ation of the federal Courts and their respective Officers, that the arrangement itself, will be found well-adapted to the security of all parties/ I am Sir, with consideration/ Your Obed. Servant/ A Hamilton.” Marked “(Circular)” at the top left corner, and dated “Treasury Department/ June 8 1792,” the full-page letter measures 7.5″ x 8.5″. Folds, slight toning, and a water stain affecting only one word. Professionally matted with a portrait of the first Secretary of Treasury; overall the ink in bold and his signature are very clean, making this a valuable and fine piece. Sold for $9,562.
Lot contains one printed circular discussing revenue and collection law, signed by Hamilton, and a handwritten letter, also signed by Hamilton, from the same correspondence. Handwritten letter reads in full, ”Sir I herewith send you a copy of a circular letter which I have this day written to the collectors of the customs. The arrangement therein suggested will conduce very much to the order of the business of the Treasury, and is presented to be conformable with law. I feel a confidence that it will meet with the chearful co-operation of the several courts and their respective Officers, and that the arrangement, itself, will be found well adapted to the security of all parties.” Signed ”A. Hamilton”. Circular reads in part, ”…Sir, the 66, 67 and 68th sections of the Collection Law make provision respecting the prosecution, receipt, appropriation and distribution of and for fines, penalties and forfeitures, under that act. The provision is less specific and clear than could be withheld, and may require legislative revision. In the mean time it is indispensable that some arrangement should be made and observed…” Signed ”A. Hamilton” at its conclusion. Dark Alexander Hamilton autograph examples. Letters measure 7.5” x 9” and 7.25” x 9.25” respectively. Folds to handwritten letter with very light creasing and archival tape to verso. Folds, toning and light spotting to circular. Very good plus condition. Accompanied by an auction COA from PSA/DNA. Sold for $9,493.
Alexander Hamilton Signature as Treasury Secretary — With JSA COA
Alexander Hamilton signature as Treasury Secretary, dated 10 March 1792. Signed with his full name, “Alexander Hamilton”. Cut signature from partially printed document, with visible portion measuring 3″ x 3.75″, framed to 17.5″ x 16″. Not examined out of frame; fold underneath signature, overall near fine. With JSA COA. Sold for $6,520.
Alexander Hamilton circular signed as Treasury Secretary, dated 6 October 1789, less than one month after his appointment. Lot additionally includes Hamilton’s signature as a free frank on the address panel.
In the circular, Hamilton writes to customs collector William Webb, writing, ”I have reason to know, that some of the Collectors have conceived themselves authorized to make e/y discount allowed by Law for prompt payment, after Bonds were given for securing the Duties. This is not in my opinion the true construction of the Act. You will therefore under such circumstances avoid making the above discount. / [signed] A Hamilton / Secy of the Treasury”. The Act to which Hamilton refers was passed in July 1789, ”to regulate the Collection of the Duties imposed by law on the tonnage of ships or vessels, and on goods, wares and merchandises imported into the United States”. Single page measures 7.5” x 9.625”. Toning and chipping to left edge, with split starting along fold. Very good condition.
Additionally signed by Hamilton on the address panel with his free frank signature, ”A Hamilton”. Panel is now detached from the circular, and measures 9.625” x 8”. Tape to edges, small paper loss from wax removal and folds, including one through signature. Good plus condition. Sold for $6,250.
Alexander Hamilton, John Jay and James Madison Signed “Federalist Papers” Display
Alexander Hamilton, John Jay and James Madison signed display of “The Federalist Papers”, authored by these three men and one of the most important works in the history of the United States. Often cited by the higher courts to better understand the intent of the Founding Fathers, “The Federalist”, as it was then called, is a collection of 85 essays written to encourage ratification of the Constitution which occurred on 21 June 1788, ushering in a government of the people, by the people and for the people. Signatures are matted with a copy of “The Federalist”. Very good condition. Sold for $6,038.
Alexander Hamilton Letter Signed Framed
Secretary of Treasury Alexander Hamilton letter signed, dated 1790. Part of a large matted and framed presentation that includes the sepia ink letter in Hamilton’s hand, accompanied by a plaque and a copy of a black and white engraved portrait of Hamilton. Addressed to “Will Channing Esquire / Attorney for the United States Newport,” letter reads in full, “Treasury Department / October 7th 1790 / Sir – I am to acknowledge my obligation to you for your attention to the request Hooks the liberty to make in my letter of the 31st of August. Your letter on that subject has been received. And Mr. Bowen is informed that the sureties offered are satisfactory. I am sir very respectfully your obedient servant / A Hamilton.” Single-page letter, measuring 8″ x 8″, has a few wrinkles and cracks not affecting legibility, overall in near fine condition. Brass plaque reads in full: “Alexander Hamilton 1757-1804. Secretary of the Treasury 1789-1795. On July 11th Hamilton dueled with his rival Aaron Burr, was unsuccessful and died the next day.” Illustration measures 5.5″ x 8″. Plaque measures 5″ x 2″. Entire wood framed presentation measures 26″ x 29″. An excellent lot in overall mint condition. Sold for $5,000.
Alexander Hamilton Free Frank Signature as Treasury Secretary — With JSA COA
Alexander Hamilton free frank envelope signed as Treasury Secretary, addressed to Nathaniel Appleton Esquire, the Commissioner of Loans at the Treasury Department in Boston. Signed “Free / A Hamilton” at lower left. With docketing on folded panel dating the signature to 5 March 1792. Measures approximately 5″ x 3.25″ as folded, 7″ x 6.875″ unfolded. Light chipping to edge, separation starting along folds, and some document repair to folded panel for wax seal tear. Overall very good condition. With JSA COA. Sold for $4,500.
Alexander Hamilton Confidential Treasury Letter Signed
Alexander Hamilton letter signed, “A. Hamilton” as Secretary of the Treasury. Datelined Philadelphia, 4 April 1793 and addressed to Benjamin Walker, a customs officer in the port of New York, letter reads in part, “Forward the enclosed with as much expedition and certainty as you can (I don’t mean that an express should be employed) and say nothing about it…” Single-page letter is matted and framed alongside a portrait of Hamilton to an overall size of 23″ x 17.5″. Folds, else near fine. Sold for $3,653.
”The Federalist Papers” Third Edition from 1818 by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay and James Madison
Third edition of ”The Federalist Papers” by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay and James Madison, comprising 85 of their essays, collected in one volume to promote ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Philadelphia: Benjamin Warner, 1818 with edits by James Madison incorporated. One of the most important works in the history of the United States, ”The Federalist” as it was then called, gave context and clarity to opinions of the Founding Fathers, and is often cited by the higher courts to better understand their intent. Book measures 6” x 9” and runs 504pp. Beautifully bound in brown leather with gilt tilting. With tissued engravings of all three men. Some writing in pencil to margins, and previous owner’s signature with date of 1828 to flyleaf. Very good plus condition. Sold for $1,500.
Founding father Alexander Hamilton’s signature, ”A Hamilton”. Signed slip measures 2.25” x 0.5”. Mounted to an overall size of 5” x 2.5”. Creasing and edges cut on a diagonal, else near fine. Sold for $1,031.
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