Lot 1031
Lafayette, Gilbert du Motier (1757 -1834) French military officer and aristocrat (he renounced his title in 1790) who participated in both the American and French revolutions. In 1824 he and his descendants in perpetuity were granted honorary citizenship of the United States. ALS ("Lafayette"), 1p with integral address leaf, in French, 7¼" x 5½", Auteuil (1808) Feb. 5. To a gentleman in Paris, assuring him of Lafayette's sincere interest and asking him to come by on Monday morning to discuss his affairs. Light toning, else fine. Accompanied by a steel engraving.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,200.
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