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Lot #563
Raphael Semmes Signature

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Description

Confederate naval commander (1809-1877) who was captain of the famous commerce raider CSS Alabama, taking a record 69 prizes. Ink signature, "Raphael Semmes," on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. In very fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite featuring a cartoon of Semmes.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Revolutionary War, The War of 1812, and Civil War
  • Dates: #695 - Ended July 10, 2024





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