Lot 1063
Geronimo (1829-1909), Prominent military leader of the Chiricahua Apache; fought Mexican and U.S. troops in attempt to maintain tribal Apache lands.
Signed card, 4" x 2¼", in pencil, obtained at the time of the 1904 Democratic Convention, held in St. Louis during the Louisiana Purchase Exposition. Geronimo was taking part in the Exposition, where he was an important attraction, offering his signature and photograph for sale. The signature is accompanied by an Exposition "Stockholder's coupon ticket" booklet, including a "Photo Pass", a four-part guest's ticket to the Democratic Convention and a Convention "Assistant Sergeant at Arms" ribbon/button. All are displayed with the signed card, along with a photo of Geronimo and a descriptive plaque, in an 18½" x 29¼" shadow box frame (the booklet has slid partly out of its holder). An impressive display.
Estimate $5,000 - 7,500
Expertization: Rendell opinion letter.
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