Bank of the Metropolis check, 5.25 x 2.5, filled out and signed by Jackson as president, "Andrew Jackson," payable to John L. Brightwell for $17, June 6, 1835. In fine condition. This payment is documented in a manuscript receipt held by the Library of Congress, on which Jackson notes the payment of a $17.00 balance due to John L. Brightwell 'for keeping filly' through June 6, 1835. The receipt itemizes sums for 'Linen dress and Sheet,' '3 weeks Training B. filly,' and 'boy's wages & rubber'; photocopies of the receipt accompany the check. President Jackson bred horses at his home, The Hermitage, near Nashville, Tennessee, and kept a racing stable at the White House. An interesting piece related to the president's equestrian activities.
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