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Lot #525
John S. Mosby

Mosby purchases his portrait: “My daughters like nos: 2 & 6 the best I think they are excellent”

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Mosby purchases his portrait: “My daughters like nos: 2 & 6 the best I think they are excellent”

Fabled Confederate ranger (1833–1916) whose guerrilla band specialized in attacking and disrupting Union supply lines. He earned the nickname ‘The Gray Ghost’ for his clandestine and highly effective attack tactics. ALS signed “Jno. Mosby,” one page, 8 x 10, Warrenton, Virginia, December 20, 1896. Letter to photographer L. C. Handy. In full: “Your note with prints rec’d—My daughters like nos: 2 & 6 the best I think they are excellent.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds that pass through the signature, slight separations to edges of the central horizontal fold, light overall toning, and a slight brush to ink in a single word. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #400 - Ended January 16, 2013





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