$6,000
Lincoln, Abraham (1809-1865) Autograph Sentiment, 31 May 1864. Single paper sheet, with period penwork frame incorporating red white and blue shields, and a Presidential banner, matted and framed with a small (6 x 7 in.) Buttre portrait; the note: 4 1/2 x 7 1/2 in., 16 x 21 in. overall. According to the Lincoln Log (www.thelincolnlog.org), the President responded to at least two other requests for autographs on the same day.

Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2013-11-17