One of the most interesting and attractive Lincoln items to be found. This unique letter ties together the
two greatest presidents.
Lincoln writes of his
"...proclamation to observe in an especial manner
the Birthday of Washington..."

AN EXTRAORDINARY ITEM.

1124. LINCOLN, Abraham. Letter Signed as President, April 24, 1863, written on Executive Mansion stationery, reads in full: "Gentlemen: I beg leave to acknowledge the receipt of a beautifully engrossed and bound copy of the resolutions and proceedings of a meeting of Merchants of New York assembled in obedience to my proclamation to observe in an especial manner the Birthday of Washington, in the year of our Lord, 1862, and to thank you and them for the patriotism and loyalty therein expressed and pledged. Your ob't Serv't (signed) A. Lincoln".
The signature is clear and dark. As fine a specimen as you will find. (Est. $45,000-50,000)