William L. Marcy Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
WILLIAM L. MARCY
Born: December 12, 1786 in Southbridge, Massachusetts
Died: July 04, 1857 in Ballston Spa, New York
Marcy (1786-1857) served as U.S. Senator from New York (1831-1832), Governor of New York (1833-1839), Polk's Secretary of War (1845-1849) and Pierce's Secretary of State (1853-1857). As Secretary of State, Marcy, who would be instrumental in opening trade with Japan, negotiated twenty-four treaties, including the important Gadsden Treaty with Mexico and the Reciprocity Treaty with Great Britain, and pacts with the Netherlands, Denmark and the Argentine Confederation in addition to Peru. In 1832, he had commented "To the victors belong the spoils" justifying the replacement of defeated party government workers with those of the victorious party, coining the term "spoils system". He was a leader of the "Hunker" faction of the Democratic Party, which sought compromise on the slavery issue. Marcy's loss to William Seward in the gubernatorial election of 1838 represented a fundamental shift in New York politics.
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WILLIAM L. MARCY - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 300013Slip signed by William L. Marcy, featuring the signature "W.L. Marcy". Marcy served as U.S. Senator from New York and held various significant government positions, including Secretary of State, where he negotiated multiple treaties.Price: $180.00
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WILLIAM L. MARCY - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 320760Signature of William L. Marcy, a notable U.S. Senator and Governor, shows as "W. L. Marcy". Marcy served in various significant roles, including Secretary of War and Secretary of State, negotiating key treaties during his career.
Sale Price $150.00
$180.00
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WILLIAM L. MARCY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/10/1846 - HFSID 321217Letter signed by William L. Marcy as Secretary of War, dated April 10, 1846, addressing Mr. C. Young regarding necessary remissions of money to cover expenses. The letter includes the full text: "Your last suggestion is the one we wish adopted."
Price: $425.00
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WILLIAM L. MARCY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/19/1836 - HFSID 315457Autograph letter signed: "W. L. Marcy", dated July 19, 1836, addressed to "Dr. John Fossy". Marcy apologizes for a delayed commission, stating he is enclosing it now. Marcy served as Governor of New York and held multiple significant political roles.
Sale Price $350.00
$425.00
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WILLIAM L. MARCY - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 320337Handwritten sentiment signed: "I am with sincere/respect your obdt. Sevt./W. L. Marcy". William L. Marcy, a U.S. Senator and Governor of New York, served in two Cabinets and was influential in opening trade with Japan.
Price: $220.00
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WILLIAM L. MARCY - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 17214Signature: "Yours respectful-/ly -/W.L. Marcy", cut from a letter and affixed to a card. William L. Marcy served as U.S. Senator and held various significant government positions, including Secretary of State, negotiating numerous treaties.
Price: $180.00
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WILLIAM L. MARCY - FREE FRANK SIGNED - HFSID 3126Free frank by William L. Marcy features the inscription "Free/W.L. Marcy". Marcy, notable as a U.S. Senator and Secretary of State, is recognized for his role in negotiating multiple treaties, including the Gadsden Treaty.
Price: $220.00
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PRESIDENT FRANKLIN PIERCE - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 07/24/1854 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 254011Manuscript letter of state signed by "Franklin Pierce" as 14th U.S. President and "W.L. Marcy" as Secretary of State, dated July 24, 1854. Addressed to Chile's President Manuel Montt, discussing diplomatic relations and the appointment of David A. Starkweather.
Price: $3,600.00
