- 2081
ALEXANDER HAMILTON. MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED, 14 AUGUST 1784, TO JOHN CHALONER
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Manuscript letter signed ("Alexander Hamilton") to John Chaloner, regarding financial transactions of Hamilton's extended family
2 pages (13 x 7 3/4in.; 331 x 198 mm) on a bifolium, New York, 14 August 1784, with autograph address leaf directed to "Mr. John Chaloner | Merchant | Philadelphia," reception docket and stick-figure drawing on address leaf; leafs neatly separated at central fold, seal tear and a few short fold separations, some very light marginal soiling.
Condition
2 pages (13 x 7 3/4in.; 331 x 198 mm) on a bifolium, New York, 14 August 1784, with autograph address leaf directed to "Mr. John Chaloner | Merchant | Philadelphia," reception docket and stick-figure drawing on address leaf; leafs neatly separated at central fold, seal tear and a few short fold separations, some very light marginal soiling.
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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.