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Lot #28
James Buchanan and Harriet Lane Johnston Signatures

Uncommon signatures of bachelor James Buchanan and his acting first lady, Harriet Lane Johnston

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Uncommon signatures of bachelor James Buchanan and his acting first lady, Harriet Lane Johnston

Scarce pairing of signatures, "James Buchanan" and "Harriet Lane Johnston, 1868," on an off-white 4.75 x 3 slip affixed to a same-size mount. In very good to fine condition, with heavy toning from prior display. Johnston was the niece (1830-1903) of President James Buchanan, a lifelong bachelor, who acted as his first lady from 1857 to 1861.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Animation
  • Dates: #668 - Ended June 14, 2023





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