U.S. Revolutionary War
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SAMUEL ADAMS - ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 174881Engraved portrait with a facsimile signature of Samuel Adams, published by Johnson, Fry & Co. in 1862. The engraving highlights Adams' role as a delegate to the Continental Congress and a signer of the Declaration of Independence.Price: $240.00
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JEFFERY AMHERST - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 10/10/1793 - HFSID 285032Manuscript letter signed "Amherst", dated October 10, 1793, informing Major Alexander Hume of his appointment to the Scotch Brigade. The letter includes a request for confirmation and is framed with an engraving of Jeffery Amherst, a notable British army officer.
Sale Price $2,750.00
$3,250.00
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JOSEPH ANDERSON - DOCUMENT DOUBLE SIGNED 03/12/1830 - HFSID 270815Document signed twice by Joseph Anderson as U.S. Comptroller, dated March 12, 1830, addressed to Joshua Carpenter. Includes a printed text regarding the Marine Hospital account, with both signatures and a frank. Contains historical significance related to Anderson's military and political career.
Price: $750.00
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BRIGADIER GENERAL JOHN ARMSTRONG JR. - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 10/13/1812 - HFSID 276882Manuscript letter signed: "John Armstrong", dated October 13, 1812, addressing Major General Henry Dearborn. Armstrong requests Major Bomford's return to strengthen New York City's defenses amid fears of an enemy attack. The letter reflects Armstrong's military responsibilities during the War of 1812.
Price: $1,700.00
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BARON FRIEDRICH W.L.G.A. STEUBEN - STEEL ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 182420Steel engraving depicting Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin von Steuben, a crucial Prussian military officer for the Continental Army. Signature printed along the bottom, originally produced by Chappel, highlighting his significant contributions during the American Revolutionary War.
Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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JOHN BARRY - STEEL ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 182408Steel engraving of John Barry, a United States Continental Navy officer, includes a printed signature along the bottom. Produced by Chappel, it highlights Barry's significance as a founding figure of the American Navy, alongside John Paul Jones.
Price: $220.00
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BRIGADIER GENERAL DANIEL BISSELL - ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 206201Engraving depicting Daniel Bissell, a brigadier general who served in multiple wars, is unsigned. Bissell was known for his leadership during the Battle of Cook's Mills in the War of 1812 and had a distinguished military career.
Price: $200.00
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JONATHAN BOUCHER - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 268095Autograph note signed by Jonathan Boucher, featuring the signature "Jonath. Boucher". The note includes a request for a publication and a caution regarding The Remains of Japhet. Boucher was an Anglican clergyman and loyalist.
Price: $725.00
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JOHN BROOKS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 06/13/1822 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 254648Document signed by John Brooks as Governor of Massachusetts, dated June 13, 1822, and countersigned by Alden Bradford as Secretary. It commissions George Lane as Lieutenant in the Artillery Battalion, detailing militia service in the Commonwealth.
Price: $440.00
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MATTHEW CLARKSON - ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 206199Engraving depicting Matthew Clarkson, a Revolutionary War soldier and New York politician, labeled with “Original by G. Stuart in the possession of Matthew Clarkson.” The engraving is unsigned and provides insight into Clarkson's military and political contributions.
Price: $200.00
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MAJOR GENERAL JAMES CLINTON - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 268096Signature card signed by James Clinton, stating "James Clinton B. Gen". Clinton, brother of Vice President George Clinton, participated in various historical military events, including the capture of Fort Frontenac and the siege of Yorktown during the American Revolution.
Sale Price $450.00
$550.00
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CONNECTICUT REVOLUTIONARY WAR - PROMISSORY NOTE SIGNED 12/26/1781 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 173570Connecticut note is a partly printed document signed by William Moseley, Fenn Wadsworth, and Saml Wyllys, dated December 26, 1781. It orders payment to Ralph Pomeroy for Revolutionary War expenses, reflecting the colony's financial practices during the war.
Sale Price $795.00
$950.00
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CONNECTICUT REVOLUTIONARY WAR - PROMISSORY NOTE SIGNED 12/26/1781 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 1962Promissory note signed by "Hez Rogers" and "William Moseley" in 1781, issued for 20 shillings by the Connecticut Pay Table Office. It was issued in the name of John Lawrence, State Treasurer, for military financing during the Revolutionary War.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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MAJOR GENERAL FRANKLIN DAVENPORT - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 12/04/1813 - HFSID 43429Manuscript letter signed by Franklin Davenport, dated December 4, 1813, discussing a mortgage bond. Addressed to Benjamin R. Morgan in Philadelphia, it includes a red wax seal remnant. Davenport was a prominent military figure during the Revolutionary War.
Price: $400.00
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MARTIN DE MAYORGA - DOCUMENT SIGNED 07/09/1782 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 294531Document signed by Martin de Mayorga as Viceroy of New Spain and "De Croix" as Commander of the Northern Provinces, dated July 9, 1782. It calls for increased saltpeter collection to support gunpowder production for various cities.
Sale Price $845.00
$1,000.00
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MARTIN DE MAYORGA - DOCUMENT SIGNED 12/14/1779 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 294529Document issued by Martin de Mayorga and Teodoro de Croix, signed on December 14, 1779, in Mexico City and February 7, 1780, in Arizpe, respectively. It announces an embargo on trade with England during the American Revolution, endorsed by De Croix.
Price: $1,400.00
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MAJOR GENERAL HENRY DEARBORN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/01/1800 - HFSID 283522Autograph letter signed by General Henry Dearborn, dated July 1, 1800, addressing Colonel Henry Burbeck. The letter contains general orders regarding rations procurement, showcasing Dearborn's role prior to becoming Secretary of War under President Thomas Jefferson.
Sale Price $1,195.00
$1,400.00
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MAJOR GENERAL HENRY DEARBORN - DOCUMENT SIGNED 11/30/1810 - HFSID 265838Document certifying the Schooner Kuthy of Boston, signed by Henry Dearborn as "H. Dearborn/Collector" on November 30, 1810, in Boston. Dearborn served in the Revolutionary War and was Jefferson's Secretary of War, later becoming the second Collector of the Port of Boston.
Sale Price $995.00
$1,200.00
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MAJOR GENERAL HENRY DEARBORN - STOCK CERTIFICATE SIGNED 12/01/1821 - HFSID 250701Document signed by H. Dearborn as President of A Republican Institution, dated December 1, 1821. It includes stock certificate number 277 for Mr. Thomas Whitman. Countersigned by Thaddeus Page and transferred by Whitman in 1826.
Price: $1,200.00
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WILLIAM EDMOND - DOCUMENT SIGNED 6/1791 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 1957Document signed by William Edmond as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives and Peter Colt as Treasurer, dated June 1791. It acknowledges receipt of eight pounds and four schillings for Edmond's service in the General Assembly.
Sale Price $385.00
$460.00
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CHIEF JUSTICE OLIVER ELLSWORTH - MANUSCRIPT DOCUMENT SIGNED 03/27/1777 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 156791Manuscript document signed by Oliver Ellsworth as "O Ellsworth" and Ezekiel Williams as "Ez: Williams" authorizing payment to Captain Jeremiah Halsey, addressed to "Jno. Laurence Esq. Treasurer" and dated March 27, 1777 in Hartford. Ellsworth later became the third Chief Justice of the United States.
Price: $1,250.00
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CHIEF JUSTICE OLIVER ELLSWORTH - MANUSCRIPT DOCUMENT SIGNED 04/01/1777 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 76213Document manuscript from May 22, 1777, signed by Oliver Ellsworth as "O Ellsworth" and Ezekiel Williams as "Ez. Williams" with title "Com", and additionally signed on the verso by Colonel Noadiah Hooker, authorizing payment of £8.3.0.
Sale Price $795.00
$950.00
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ADMIRAL GEORGE KEITH (VISCOUNT KEITH) ELPHINSTONE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 320251Letter inviting friends to stay at his cabin on Malta, signed "Keith", addressed to Mrs. Tom Pollard. Elphinstone mentions his illness and expresses willingness to accommodate them. The letter is undated, but references “28th.”
Price: $360.00
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WILLIAM EUSTIS - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 17089Signature of William Eustis, signed as "William Eustis", is included on this item. Eustis served various roles, such as U.S. Minister to the Netherlands and Governor of Massachusetts, contributing to significant historical events during his lifetime.
Price: $280.00
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WILLIAM EUSTIS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 06/12/1810 - HFSID 283519Autograph letter signed "W Eustis" from William Eustis, dated June 12, 1810, directing Colonel Henry Burbeck to prepare Fort Columbus for war readiness. The letter discusses military preparations and training, reflecting the urgent context of deteriorating US-British relations.
Price: $1,200.00
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WILLIAM EUSTIS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/29/1810 - HFSID 283516Autograph letter signed by William Eustis, dated October 29, 1810, instructing Col. Burbeck on artillery readiness in New York Harbor. Marked "Private," it emphasizes preparing batteries for action and care of public property during winter. Docketed on verso.
Price: $1,200.00
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WILLIAM EUSTIS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 11/03/1810 - HFSID 283518Autograph letter signed by William Eustis, dated November 3, 1810, as Secretary of War, addressed to Colonel Henry Burbeck. Eustis discusses sending ordnance to Charleston and New Orleans, emphasizing the urgency of shipping before winter's onset.
Price: $1,200.00
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NICHOLAS EVELEIGH - ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 9010796Engraving of Nicholas Eveleigh, a member of the Continental Congress, features a facsimile signature beneath the caption, "Nicholas Eveleigh./Member of the Continental Congress." It is engraved from a portrait by Max Rosenthal.
Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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MAJOR GENERAL HORATIO GATES - STEEL ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 182448Steel engraving of General Horatio Gates, unsigned, shows him in uniform on horseback. It includes a facsimile signature reading "Horatio Gates" at the bottom. Printed by Johnson, Fry & Co., New York, from a painting by Alonzo Chappel.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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CHRISTOPHER GREENE - STEEL ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 182445Steel engraving depicting Christopher Greene, an American Revolutionary War colonel, shows him in military uniform. The item is unsigned and provides historical context about Greene's service and his formation of a military unit of former slaves.
Price: $220.00
