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Lot #570
Robert E. Lee

Beautifully displayed Lee signature with a lock of his hair and a swatch from his actual battle flag

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Beautifully displayed Lee signature with a lock of his hair and a swatch from his actual battle flag

Ink signature, “R. E. Lee,” on an off-white slip; six strands of Lee’s hair, and a .25 x .25 blue swatch taken from one of Lee’s personal battle flags. All three items are nicely framed with a portrait of Lee, three plaques, and a small Confederate flag, to an overall size of 25 x 21. Accompanied by photocopied provenance from Charles Hamilton attesting to the authenticity of the lock of hair. In fine condition, with signature uniformly lightly faded, but still completely legible. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #413 - Ended August 14, 2013





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