Description:

Antique Federal Era handwritten letter, bearing the signature of Alexander Hamilton (c. 1755-1804), first Secretary of the Treasury of the United States (1789-1795) and an important and influential member of the Founders. Dated April 4, 1795, during the presidency of George Washington, and written to Richard Peters (1744-1828), United States District Court Judge and member of Congress (1782-1783). Includes handwritten envelope with ALBANY APRIL 9 postmark. Presented in a decorative matte, and accompanied by an antique 19th Century engraving portrait of Hamilton, after an original by John Trumbull (1756-1843), with printer's stamp and copyright to lower right of image; and framed with an inscribed plaque that reproduces the content of the letter, and a second plaque containing details of Hamilton's biography, including his fatal 1804 duel with Aaron Burr. Decorative wooden frame. Good antique condition, minor wear to frame. Measures approximately 7 7/8 in. x 4 5/8 in. (sight, letter), 19 3/4 in. x 22 3/4 in. (overall sight area), 22 1/4 in. x 25 1/4 in. (framed). Hill Auction Gallery in house continental USA shipping $175 plus insurance. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

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January 27, 2021 12:00 PM EST
Sunrise, FL, US

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$0 $499 $25
$500 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $24,999 $1,000
$25,000 $49,999 $2,500
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $249,999 $10,000
$250,000 $499,999 $25,000
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