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Lot #339
Robert E. Lee

A quarter-century before the Civil War

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A quarter-century before the Civil War

Self-contained partial DS signed “R. E. Lee, Lt. Engrs,” one page, 7.75 x 2.75, 1838. In full: “I certify, that the articles charged in the within accounts have been received, were necessary for, and have been or will be applied, for the objects within stated, to the improvement of the Harbor of St. Louis” [the place written as an emendation in another hand]. Matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 14.5 x 16.25. Light edge wear and faint show-through of writing on reverse, otherwise fine, clean condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #336 - Ended August 13, 2008