Souvenir of the First Transatlantic Telegraph Line by Tiffany

Description:

Souvenir of the First Transatlantic Telegraph Line by Tiffany, c. 1858, a piece of steel cable with bands on each end, and a note from Cyrus W. Field dated August 21st, 1858, relating that he has sold the balance of the Atlantic Telegraph Cable to Tiffany and Company jewelers.

Provenance: The collection of the Valley Forge Historical Society.
Estimate $200-300

In overall good condition, with some light foxing on the original note.


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