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Lot #245
John Jacob Astor

John Jacob Astor

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John Jacob Astor

Businessman who was the first prominent member of the Astor family and the first multimillionaire in the United States (1763–1848). Partly-printed DS, one page, 8.25 x 6.75, February 29, 1829. Document certifying that an indenture of mortgage made and executed by Abraham Carpenter is “redeemed, paid off, satisfied, and discharged.” Signed at the conclusion by Astor and countersigned by two witnesses. Accompanied by a related partly-printed document signed by a city official. In very good condition, with a tape-repaired complete separation to the central horizontal fold, dampstaining to left side affecting some text in the body, and chipping to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #495 - Ended March 15, 2017





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