Description:
Lincoln, Abraham (1809-1865) Autograph Sentiment, 31 May 1864.
Single paper sheet, with period penwork frame incorporating red white and blue shields, and a Presidential banner, matted and framed with a small (6 x 7 in.) Buttre portrait; the note: 4 1/2 x 7 1/2 in., 16 x 21 in. overall.
According to the Lincoln Log (www.thelincolnlog.org),the President responded to at least two other requests for autographs on the same day.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
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