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American forger (1887-1950?) who specialized in creating fake letters and documents from historical figures like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Benjamin Franklin. Joseph Cosey forgery of a handwritten check signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 7.75 x 2.5, affixed to a larger cardstock mount. A forged check to "the Cashier of the Office of Discount & Deposit—Baltimore," in full: "Will please pay Philip Bartlett Esq. or bearer the sum of Four Hundred dollars and chg the same to my acct." In fine condition, with uniform toning.
From the personal collection of a lifelong collector, teacher, and traveler with a passion for world history. His collecting years ranged from the 1970s to the present day, meaning that several of the premier pieces have not been on the market in decades.
