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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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COMMODORE WILLIAM BAINBRIDGE - ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 174775Engraving depicts Commodore William Bainbridge with a facsimile signature reading W. Bainbridge at the bottom. Engraved by J.W. Jarvis and G. Parker, it includes the title WILLIAM BAINBRIDGE, U.S.N. and highlights his naval career.
Price: $200.00
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COMMODORE JAMES BARRON - ENDORSEMENT SIGNED CIRCA 1830 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 171207Manuscript endorsement signed: "Appd James Barron", dated Norfolk, 1830, regarding a requisition for medicine for "Dr. W.G. Micks for U.S. Ship Congress". Includes a detailed list of items and costs, with additional signatures and notes.
Price: $900.00
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REAR ADMIRAL CHARLES H. BELL - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/07/1867 - HFSID 345617Autograph letter signed by Charles H. Bell discusses the value of the Estrella in iron gall ink. The letter mentions an estimated value of $11,000 and a selling price of $8,250. Written on Commandant's Office letterhead.
Price: $380.00
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REAR ADMIRAL CHARLES H. BELL - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 07/25/1865 - HFSID 177254Manuscript letter signed by Charles H. Bell, written in iron gall ink as Commandant on July 25, 1865. The letter addresses Lieut. Commander John G. Walker, inquiring about Richard N. Prichart's service, debt status, and conduct.
Price: $360.00
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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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REAR ADMIRAL SAMUEL L. BREESES - RECEIPT SIGNED 05/28/1859 - HFSID 321743Receipt signed by Samuel L. Breeses, dated May 28, 1859, acknowledging a check for $287.47 from the United States Navy. Autograph reads "Sam L. Breeses" in black ink. Breeses served as a Rear Admiral in the United States Navy.
Price: $360.00
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WILLIAM BRENT - ANNOTATED DEED SIGNED 06/18/1845 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 152190Document acknowledging a land transfer, signed by William Brent as County Clerk along with the parties involved and two notaries, Thomas C. Down and Benjamin R. Morsell. Dated June 18, 1845, in Washington, D.C., detailing a property sale among heirs.
Price: $220.00
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RICHARD CUTTS - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 08/25/1819 - HFSID 34351Manuscript document signed "Richard Cutts", dated August 25, 1819, addressed to General George Gibson. Cutts requests the submission of contracts for auditing. He served as Second Comptroller of the Treasury and was a Democratic-Republican from Massachusetts.
Price: $340.00
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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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COMMODORE STEPHEN DECATUR - ENGRAVING UNSIGNED - HFSID 206202Engraving of Stephen Decatur, the American naval hero, includes a printed facsimile signature beneath the image. It is captioned “From the original painting in the possession of the Publishers,” commemorating his significant military achievements during the early 19th century.
Price: $220.00
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BRIGADIER GENERAL THOMAS FAUNTLEROY - AUTOGRAPH CIRCA 1838 - HFSID 288529Signature by Thomas Fauntleroy, as Commander of Fort King during the Second Seminole War, reads, "Th. T. Fauntleroy/Maj. 2nd Regt. US/Dragoons/Comdg Fort King G. F." from 1838, affixed to a larger sheet.
Sale Price $450.00
$550.00
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GEORGE GRAHAM - AUTOGRAPH LETTER DOUBLE SIGNED 01/31/1817 - HFSID 327088Handwritten letter from George Graham expressing well wishes to an associate and his wife. Signed in black ink as "Geo. Graham" on January 31, 1817. Graham was a notable lawyer and land commissioner involved in key roles during the War of 1812.
Price: $625.00
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BRIGADIER GENERAL CHARLES GRATIOT - DOCUMENT SIGNED 05/16/1834 - HFSID 313665Document signed by General Charles Gratiot, stating the academic performance of US Military Academy cadet Woodbridge. Signed as "C Gratiot/B Gen Chief Engr" on May 16, 1834, it includes class rankings in Mathematics and French.
Price: $625.00
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HENRY GRIDER - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 146466Signature of Henry Grider, a U.S. Congressman from Kentucky, is signed on a 3.5x2 piece of paper, stating "H. Grider/Bowling Green/Ky." Grider served in various political roles and was involved in drafting the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Price: $140.00
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PRESIDENT ANDREW JACKSON - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/19/1824 - HFSID 16359Andrew Jackson letter, signed as U.S. Senator, discusses a claim for a wagon and horse in a correspondence dated January 19, 1824, addressed to Mr. P. Hagner. It includes Jackson's request for information related to the claim.
Price: $3,500.00
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PRESIDENT ANDREW JACKSON - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/23/1826 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 4708Autograph letter signed by John H. Eaton to Andrew Jackson, dated September 12, 1826. Eaton expresses gratitude and discusses race horses, also sending a pipe as a gift. Jackson's acknowledgment is noted on the letter's docket.
Price: $3,500.00
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PRESIDENT ANDREW JACKSON - LAND GRANT SIGNED 01/04/1830 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 15529Partly printed document signed by Andrew Jackson as seventh U.S. President and Geo Graham as Commissioner of the General Land Office, dated January 4, 1830. The document grants title to lands in Jeffersonville, Indiana, following payment.
Price: $2,800.00
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PRESIDENT ANDREW JACKSON - LAND GRANT SIGNED 06/01/1831 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 5670Land grant signed by Andrew Jackson as President, dated June 5, 1831, granting 80 acres near Cahaba, Alabama, to Benjamin J Tarver. Countersigned by Elijah Hayward as Commissioner of the General Land Office. Encapsulated and in fine condition.
Price: $2,800.00
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PRESIDENT ANDREW JACKSON - MANUSCRIPT DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/28/1830 - HFSID 285928Andrew Jackson land grant displays his presidential signature on an 1830 document awarded to military lieutenants for service. Countersigned by Jno. M. Moore, it includes a hand-drawn map on the verso. Rare in full manuscript form, it contains historical significance related to land settlement policies.
Price: $3,750.00
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PRESIDENT ANDREW JACKSON - PATENT SIGNED 07/01/1836 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 283909Patent featuring Andrew Jackson's signature as President, alongside John Forsyth and B. F. Butler, is dated July 1, 1836. Accompanied by a 3-page handwritten description by inventor Prentice White, detailing a machine for making ship's thimbles.
Price: $6,250.00
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BRIGADIER GENERAL THOMAS S. JESUP - CLIPPED SIGNATURE - HFSID 273044Signature of Thomas S. Jesup clipped from a lined blue sheet, reading "Th: S. Jesup/Q.M. Gnl.". Jesup served as Quartermaster General for 42 years and was appointed by President James Monroe. Ink is slightly smudged, with additional writing in the margin.
Price: $100.00
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BRIGADIER GENERAL THOMAS S. JESUP - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 01/18/1831 - HFSID 273045Document signed by Thomas S. Jesup as Quarter Master General, dated January 18, 1831, addressed to Major M. Meason. It discusses the examination of a clothing return. Jesup served 42 years in this role and was appointed by President James Monroe.
Price: $320.00
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BRIGADIER GENERAL THOMAS S. JESUP - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 02/21/1854 - HFSID 273043Document signed by Thomas S. Jesup as Quarter Master General, dated February 21, 1854. Addressed to Lieutenant W.E. Jones, discussing accounts and procedures. Jesup's signature appears on the letter, which includes formal correspondence regarding military administrative matters.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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EDWARD LIVINGSTON - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 04/20/1827 - HFSID 17122Manuscript letter signed by Edw Livingston, addressed to William P. Furnand, dated April 20, 1827. Discussing shares, the letter includes a red wax seal and postal markings, showcasing Livingston's political background and connections.
Sale Price $425.00
$500.00
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EDWARD LIVINGSTON - CIVIL APPOINTMENT SIGNED 10/07/1831 - HFSID 31352Document signed by Edw Livingston as Jackson's Secretary of State, dated October 7, 1831. It certifies John N. Moulder as a Justice of the Peace. Includes an eagle vignette and a paper seal. Paper signed by Moulder is not included.
Price: $440.00
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EDWARD LIVINGSTON - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 03/02/1829 - HFSID 252469Letter signed "Edw Livingston", written on March 2, 1829, congratulating Colonel Mallet. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving, this correspondence highlights Livingston's transition from U.S. Congressman to U.S. Senator, reflecting his political significance during that period.
Sale Price $595.00
$700.00
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BRIGADIER GENERAL GUSTAVUS LOOMIS - MANUSCRIPT DOCUMENT SIGNED 03/29/1862 - HFSID 142247Manuscript document signed by Gustavus Loomis as Superintendent of Recruiting during the Civil War, dated March 29, 1862. It reassigns three Union officers and is addressed to Lt. J. M. Brown of the 7th Infantry.
Sale Price $295.00
$360.00
