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American carpenter (1810–1885) who discovered gold in California's American River while constructing a mill for John Sutter, setting the stage for the California Gold Rush. Rare off-white 5.25 x 2.75 souvenir autograph card featuring an image of Old Sutter Mill, neatly signed in black ink, "Ja's, W, Marshall," with printed text below reading, "The Discoverer of Gold in California, January 19th, 1848." Mounted and matted with a postcard honoring Marshall to an overall size of 8.5 x 11. In fine condition.
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