2282

$2,587.50

Revised: 3/19/2018 

Please Note: Date should read 1872 not 1862.

PHIL SHERIDAN LETTER TO GEORGE CUSTER WITH ENCLOSED PHOTOGRAPH.

2-pg ALS from Sheridan, Chicago, May 26, 1862 “My dear Custer, I enclosed the “photo” at last. It is said by some to be very good. How are you and what news hear you? With kindest regards to Mrs Custer. I am yours truly, Sheridan”. Lot also includes cabinet card of Sheridan in his full regalia. Sheridan was Custer’s angel and was the first to see the great potential in him, giving him numerous advances and opportunities to make his mark in American history. PROVENANCE: The spectacular collections of Ray Bentley featuring the finest and rarest deluxe antique Winchesters in the world. CONDITION: Letter is cracked at folds with old scotch tape repair which has stained through paper, but ink is dark and easily discerned. Cabinet card is very good overall with minor soiling and yellowing. 53094-189 JS (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2282

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Auction: Firearms - Spring 2018

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Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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