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Lot #429
John S. Mosby

Nicely displayed signature of The Gray Ghost

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Nicely displayed signature of The Gray Ghost

Confederate ranger whose guerrilla band specialized in attacking and disrupting Union supply lines. Mosby’s nickname, The Gray Ghost, was derived from his clandestine attack tactics. Ink signature, “With compliments of Jno. S. Mosby,” on an off-white slip. Impressively cloth and gilt-matted and framed with a seated portrait of Mosby and a plaque, to an overall size of 13 x 24.25. Two light vertical creases, affecting a couple letters of sentiment and a light block of toning over signature and sentiment, otherwise fine condition. R&R COA. Oversized. Featured collection item.

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