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Lot #315
Samuel Nelson

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American attorney and Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, (1792-1873) who served from 1845 to 1872. He concurred on the 1857 Dred Scott decision, although for reasons different from Chief Justice Roger B. Taney's. Otsego County Bank check, 6.25 x 2.5, filled out and signed by Samuel Nelson, "S. Nelson," payable to "Myself" for $1135, November 1, 1853. In fine condition. From the collection of Dr. Lawrence E. Miller. From the collection of Dr. Lawrence E. Miller.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #585 - Ended June 10, 2020





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