Description: CIVIL WAR-DATED APPOINTMENT SIGNED MARCH 1865 – ONE MONTH BEFORE LINCOLN'S ASSASSINATION! Abraham Lincoln signed authentic autograph Civil War appointment dated just one month before his assassination, in vintage framed display. Signed March 7, 1865, Lincoln autographs this document as President during the heat of the civil war. We can only imagine the immense weight on Lincoln’s mind at the time of signing this document. Lincoln promotes William E. Chester to Third Lieutenant in the Revenue Service and signs the appointment with a full signature as "Abraham Lincoln", and countersigned by George Harrington. George R. Harrington served as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury under Lincoln and was Grand Marshal at the subsequent funeral of the late President. In 1861, Lincoln was in a financial bind, and in a war. To raise money, he pushed for and won passage of an income tax and, a year or so later, established the Revenue Service to collect what was owed.The Lincoln appointment has been thoroughly reviewed and CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY PSA/DNA Authentication Services EXPERT EXAMINATION. Sale includes original PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity. UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE. Condition is as shown. Original vellum document measures appx. 13.5″ x 15.5" in appx. 23.5" x 33" vintage frame. Heavy wrinkling and folds, as to be expected for the document's nearly 160+ years of age. Minor blemishes, nicks or scuffs to vintage frame, consistent with age, use and handling. Own a remarkable piece of American history! The perfect investment-quality acquisition for the Presidential collector, Lincoln devotee, autograph enthusiast, or History buff. Sold as is, as shown.
Price: 12500 USD
Location: Wayne, New Jersey
End Time: 2024-10-09T14:26:18.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Industry: Presidential
President: Abraham Lincoln
Signed by: Abraham Lincoln, Gideon Welles
Signed: Yes
Autograph Authentication: Professional Sports (PSA/DNA)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
