Peter Cooper Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
PETER COOPER
Born: February 12, 1791 in New York City, New York
Died: April 04, 1883 in New York City, New York
Biography
Peter Cooper (1791-1883) designed and built the first American locomotive, named Tom Thumb, in 1830; was the promoter and financial backer of Cyrus Field in the laying of the Atlantic cable; and founded Cooper Union in New York City (1859) "for the advancement of science and art". The school is still giving free courses in science, chemistry, electricity, engineering and art. In 1876, Cooper was the Greenback party nominee for President, receiving 81,737 votes out of 8.4 million votes cast.
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PETER COOPER - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 148423Card signed by Peter Cooper, designer of the first American locomotive Tom Thumb. Signature reads "Peter Cooper", with pencil notations on the verso in an unknown hand. Cooper was also a notable philanthropist and political figure.Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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PETER COOPER - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 272515Two-piece set includes a signed card with Peter Cooper's signature in black ink, and an unsigned engraving of him with a printed facsimile signature. Both items are related to Cooper's contributions as an inventor and philanthropist.
Price: $200.00
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PETER COOPER - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 320321Signature of inventor and philanthropist Peter Cooper, signed as "Peter Cooper". Cooper, known for designing the first American locomotive, Tom Thumb, and founding Cooper Union, was also a presidential nominee in 1876.
Price: $200.00
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PETER COOPER - AUTOGRAPH 05/21/1879 - HFSID 148425White card signed by Peter Cooper, featuring the signature "Peter Cooper" and dated "May 21/1879" in an unknown hand. The item includes pencil notations on the back and provides a historical overview of Cooper's contributions.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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PETER COOPER - AUTOGRAPH ENDORSEMENT SIGNED - HFSID 23318Endorsement handwritten by Peter Cooper, signed by both "H. J. Raymond" and "Peter Cooper". Cooper endorses Mr. White's recommendation, while Raymond supports it regarding Mr. Shankland. Document features an embossed crown and historical significance related to Cooper's achievements.
Price: $450.00
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PETER COOPER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/12/1829 - HFSID 229Letter handwritten and signed by Peter Cooper, dated January 12, 1829, to attorney Charles Davis, discussing a lawsuit. Signature is lightly smeared but legible. Accompanied by an unsigned docket sheet related to the case of Ackerman v. Melman.
Price: $800.00
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PETER COOPER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 02/24/1874 - HFSID 16666Letter handwritten, signed, and dated by Peter Cooper in New York, 1874, addressed to Rev. Charles F. Deames. The letter expresses his inability to attend a meeting due to illness, concluding with his signature "Peter Cooper."
Sale Price $425.00
$500.00
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PETER COOPER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/15/1859 - HFSID 253672Letter handwritten and signed by Peter Cooper in 1859, addressed to Edward M. Skielman, Esq., declining an invitation with the statement, "a previous engagement will deprive me the privilege of joining with you to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of your honored society."
Sale Price $425.00
$500.00
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PETER COOPER - DOCUMENT SIGNED 05/01/1881 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 158427Certificate awarded to Walter Chippendale for completing the Cast Drawing course at Cooper Union, signed by Peter Cooper as President and Geo. W. Plympton, A.M., C.E. as Director on May 1, 1881.
Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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PETER COOPER - DOCUMENT SIGNED 10/1842 - HFSID 154782Document signed by Peter Cooper, dated 1842, presenting an award to Maria Nunns for her school attendance and diligence. It includes signatures of Cooper and Caroline Whiting as Teacher, with additional pencil notation on the verso.
Sale Price $625.00
$750.00
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PETER COOPER - DOCUMENT SIGNED 12/1843 - HFSID 154780Award signed by Peter Cooper in December 1843 for Maria Nunnst, recognizing her regular attendance and diligence at New York Public School No. 13. It includes signatures of Cooper and Caroline Whiting as Teacher, with additional pencil notation on the verso.
Price: $750.00
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PETER COOPER - DOCUMENT SIGNED 12/1846 - HFSID 252225Document signed by Peter Cooper in 1846, awarding Maria Nunnst for her attendance and studies at New York Public School No. 13. Signed in ink as "Peter Cooper" with additional signature by "Caroline Whiting" as Teacher.
Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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PETER COOPER - DOCUMENT SIGNED CIRCA 1842 - HFSID 286442Document signed by Peter Cooper as a school committee member, awarding student Maria Nunns for her attendance and diligence. Signed in February 1842, it includes a notation on the verso and highlights Cooper's contributions to education and engineering.
Price: $700.00
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PETER COOPER - MANUSCRIPT DOCUMENT SIGNED 03/21/1836 - HFSID 16773Manuscript document signed "Received Payment/Peter Cooper", dated March 21, 1836, acknowledging an $8.32 payment from William Conley for merchandise received. Signed in New York, it relates to Cooper's business dealings, reflecting his contributions to engineering and education.
Price: $425.00
