Lot 1048
Lee, Samuel Phillips (1812-1897), U.S. Navy Admiral during Civil War, relative of Robert E. Lee, Wardate ALS, "S.P. Lee", 1p, 5 x 8, U.S. Flag-ship "Minnesota", Mr. 6, 1863. Letter of invitation to Maj. Gen's William F. "Baldy" Smith at Newport News, Va., "I send the 'Mount Washington' for you. The trip to the Yard will take about four hours- if extended to Norfolk about two more…" includes envelope of transmittal with "Minnesota" imprint, addressed by Lee to "Major Genl. Smith, U.S.A., Commanding, &c &c", Very Fine and scarce.
Estimate 1,000 - 1,500
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