September 5-7, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/6/2023
Passport signed by Lewis Cass who had an illustrious and busy life as an American statesman, diplomat, Governor of Michigan, Secretary of State, and Minister of France. The document is ornate and partly printed and signed by Cass as Secretary of State, dated October 21, 1857. The passport is issued to Nathan Southworth and displays a handsome eagle vignette at top center with printed seal of the State Department at the bottom. A highly decorative and attractive document. This document was once part of the Dr. John K. Lattimer Collection and comes with a James Spence Authentication Auction Letter of Authenticity. CONDITION: Visible folds and edge wear with scattered light blemishes. Stamp has left impression at bottom. Good.
Paperwork
Lattimer receipt, JSA ALOA