Canadian Art, Culture and History

November 0712, 2020
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LOT 20

Lot 20

Sir John A. Macdonald (1815-1891) Autographed Letter Signed, To Sir Henry Smith, Toronto, July 14th, 1856

Sir John A. Macdonald (1815-1891) Autographed Letter Signed, To Sir Henry Smith, Toronto, July 14th, 1856
Lot 20 Details
Sir John A. Macdonald (1815-1891) Autographed Letter Signed, To Sir Henry Smith, Toronto, July 14th, 1856

3 pages, written in quill on one folded sheet of laid paper in the author's hand
each leaf 8.1 x 9.8 in — 20.5 x 25 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,500

Realised: $1,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Sir John A. Macdonald (1815-1891) Autographed Letter Signed, To Sir Henry Smith, Toronto, July 14th, 1856
  • Sir John A. Macdonald (1815-1891) Autographed Letter Signed, To Sir Henry Smith, Toronto, July 14th, 1856

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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