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Sale 56: The Westpex Sale

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Free Franks & Railroad Covers

Lot 1175    

Aaron Burr, free frank signature on ca. 1790 folded letter sheet to New York City, with "17/Ma" Bishop mark and matching straight line "Free" handstamp, Very Fine and choice, signature as U.S. Senator from New York.
Estimate    $500 - 750.

On July 12, 1804, Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton dueled in New York City. Hamilton later died of the gunshot wound that he sustained during duel.

Realized: $1,250

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