Lot 65
  • 65

[South Carolina Secession]

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Declaration of the Immediate Causes which Induce and Justify the Secession of South Carolina from the Federal Union; and the Ordinance of Secession. Charleston: Evans & Cogswell, Printer to the Convention, 1860
  • Paper, Ink
8vo, disbound (8 1/2 x 5 3/8 in.; 215 x 137 mm). Vertical fold, very light glue stain in upper margin of title-page, lacks printed wrappers.

Literature

Parrish & Willingham 3761; Sabin 87435; Streeter sale II:1270

Condition

Condition as described in catalogue entry.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

FIRST EDITION OF ONE OF THE EARLIEST CONFEDERATE IMPRINTS. The declaration was drawn up by C. G. Memminger