Lot 1026
Colfax, Schuyler (1823-1885), House Speaker, Vice-President of the U.S. under Grant, 1869-73, career ruined by Credit Mobilier scandal. ALS on lined 5 x 8 engraved Vice-President's Chamber letterhead, Washington, Dec. 20, 1870, thanks Mr. Hoyt for "the beautifully and costly present of silver ware" coming after his gift for Colfax's son's baptism.
Estimate 200 - 300
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| Realized $210 |
