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Abraham Lincoln: White House Invitation to Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles....
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Abraham Lincoln: White House Invitation to Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles. 3 7/8" x 5 1/2" hard stock White House dinner invitation to Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles, August 3, 1861. This was an important affair, as it was a State Dinner for Prince Napoleon, the nephew of the former French Emperor. It's only fitting that a high ranking cabinet member, such as Welles, would be invited. At the lower left corner is the imprint of Philip & Solomon. A great rarity.Condition: Old catalog label affixed to verso, toning, else in fine condition.
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2023 February 25 - 26 Americana & Political Signature® Auction #6269 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
February, 2023
25th-26th
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