Lot 239
Washington, John Augustine. Great-grandnephew of George Washington; last private owner of Mount Vernon, which he sold in 1858 to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association for $200,000. Autograph Document Signed ("John A. Washington"), Mt. Vernon, January 6, 1853, 1 page, 5-5/8 x 7¾ inches. To Dr. Leadbeater, asking him to prepare a recipe with a half ounce each of essence of bergamot, lemon, lavender, and orange flower water, and to mix it all with "a little Mush all in ½ Gallon Alchohol…." Washington was killed in the Civil War in 1861.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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