Horatio King Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
HORATIO KING
Born: June 21, 1811 in Paris, Maine
Died: May 20, 1897 in Washington, District of Columbia
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HORATIO KING - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 06/25/1880 - HFSID 30364Letter, autographed by Horatio King, congratulating General W.S. Hancock on his 1880 presidential nomination. Dated June 25, 1880, in Washington, it expresses support for a change in administration. Notable for being sent during the Democratic National Convention.Sale Price $485.00
$575.00
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HORATIO KING - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/19/1889 - HFSID 35478Autograph letter signed: "Horatio King", written on December 19, 1889, to Judge James Campbell, discussing grievances about his lack of recognition for introducing the "penalty envelope". The letter spans three pages and contains personal reflections and criticisms.
Sale Price $545.00
$650.00
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HORATIO KING - CLIPPED SIGNATURE - HFSID 17268Slip signed by Horatio King features an ink signature on a 4x2 slip with clipped corners. King served as Postmaster General and was known for denying states' rights to secede. The item has stray ink and pencil notes on the verso.
Price: $100.00
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HORATIO KING - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 10/16/1857 - HFSID 17269Manuscript letter signed: "Horatio King" as Assistant Postmaster General, dated October 16, 1857. King informs Congressman Samuel S. Cox that a position has been filled. Letter includes historical context about both King and Cox's contributions to postal services.
Price: $360.00
