December 6-8, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/8/2023
Lot consists of: (A) Copy of "The Life and Heroic Exploits of Israel Putnam, Major General in the Revolutionary War" by Colonel David Humphreys. The book is signed in pencil on the first page "J Hay / May 18/58". The book appears to be complete with all pages, but is stiff; appears as if it was wet and then dried off. Front cover is separated. Pages are mostly clean with signs of staining. Signature is unmolested. CONDITION: Fair. (B) Copy of "Herndon's Lincoln: The True Story of a Great Life (History & Personal Recollections of Abraham Lincoln)" Vol. III. The book contains a Department of State card that is dated "July 28, 1900." and is signed "John Hay / Secretary of State". The book is intact with some separation at the spine. Appears complete with all pages with slight yellowing. CONDITION: Good. These books are former Dr. John K. Lattimer Collection and each comes with a James Spence Authentication Full Letter of Authenticity.
Item Dimensions: 8" X 6"