N. NISSON, DANISH CONSUL AT TRIPOLI TO TOBIAS LEAR ALS, JULY 10, 1804.

N. NISSON, DANISH CONSUL AT TRIPOLI TO TOBIAS LEAR ALS, JULY 10, 1804. 2-1/2 pp. sm. fo. In this letter, Nisson explains to Tobias Lear that it would be necessary for him to “postpone” his acceptance of President Jefferson’s gift of a gold snuff box. Nisson explained that in accepting the gift, his position of neutrality in the eyes of the Bashaw would be compromised. “The Bashaw would see in me an open enemy” and make it impossible for him to be of help to Captain Bainbridge and his fellow prisoners. A highly interesting letter. CONDITION: Fine. 9-98647 (500-750)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2010

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Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2058	$2,415.00	N. NISSON, DANISH CONSUL AT TRIPOLI TO TOBIAS LEAR ALS, JULY 10, 1804. 2-1/2 pp. sm. fo. In this letter, Nisson explains to Tobias Lear that it would be necessary for him to “postpone” his acceptance of President Jefferson’s gift of a gold snuff box. Nisson explained that in accepting the gift, his position of neutrality in the eyes of the Bashaw would be compromised. “The Bashaw would see in me an open enemy” and make it impossible for him to be of help to Captain Bainbridge and his fellow prisoners. A highly interesting letter. CONDITION: Fine. 9-98647 (500-750) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2010 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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