Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

November 19, 2022: Premier Americana - Day Three

Sat, Nov 19, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 2072

ROBERT E. LEE'S AND ULYSSES S. GRANT'S STRANDS OF HAIR AND MANUSCRIPTS, FRAMED DISPLAY

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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ROBERT E. LEE'S AND ULYSSES S. GRANT'S STRANDS OF HAIR AND MANUSCRIPTS, FRAMED DISPLAY, comprising three strands of Lee's hair with certificate signed by Charles Hamilton, flanked by a CDV of Lee, and a group of Grant's hair with an envelope originally containing the hair and stating it was cut by Grant's doctor during his illness, and a related note signed by Grant's doctors. Conservation framed with museum glass. Circa 1870 and 1885. 28" x 30" OA.
Provenance: From the collection of Williston and Josephine Cofer, Alexandria, VA.

Condition

Excellent overall condition, note with minor staining.