Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
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December 2,2023: Premier Americana - Day Two

Sat, Dec 2, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 2020

VIRGINIA CIVIL WAR MILITARY OATH

Estimate: $80 - $120
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VIRGINIA CIVIL WAR MILITARY OATH, "Oath Prescribed by Act of July 2, 1862" swearing the signer, Roach of Pittsylvania County, Virginia, had "never voluntarily borne arms against the United States since I have been a citizen thereof", with signature dated May 17, 1869 and stamped "Headquarters Received. May 22 1869 First Military District." Housed under glass in a modern frame. Dated 1869. 7 3/4" x 9 3/4" sight, 8 3/4" x 10 3/4" OA.

Condition

Good condition with fingerprints at bottom and lower right corner. Frame with minor wear. Not examined out of frame.

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