American statesman and politician (circa 1755–1804) who coauthored the Federalist Papers and served as the first secretary of the treasury. In July 1804, sitting Vice President Aaron Burr, stung by a published criticism authored by Hamilton, challenged the esteemed statesman to a duel and fatally wounded him. Ink signature, “A. Hamilton,” on an off-white 1.75 x .5 slip affixed to a 3.5 x 2.25 off-white card. Some scattered toning and damp staining, and a vertical fold through a single letter of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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