Lot 130
Astor, John Jacob (1763-1848) American fur trader and financier. Autograph Document Signed, 3¼"x7", New York, 1800 Jan. 16. Fine; light toing. A receipt for one pound six shillings received as payment in full from Mr. Raunch. By 1800 Astor was the dominant figure in the American fur trade; he incorporated American Fur. Co. (1808) and Pacific Fur Co. (1810). He made large and profitable loans to the U.S. government (1814) and invested heavily in New York real estate. In 1834 he sold his fur interests and devoted himself to administering his fortune.
Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,800.
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