Lot 86
Burr, Aaron (1756-1836) Revolutionary officer and Vice President of the United States (!800-); best known for killing Alexander Hamilton in a duel in 1804. Letter cover free-franked "A. Burr" in the upper right corner. The cover is addressed in Burr's hand to "Colonel Marinus Willett, N York" and cancelled in Washington, March 1830. Willett (1740-1830) was a Revolutionary War officer who was responsible for killing the infamous Loyalist marauder Walter Butler and who served as mayor of New York City.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500
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| Realized $600 |
