Lot 1641
Wilcox, Cadmus and Hardee, William Joseph. Lot of two clipped signatures from illustrious West Pointers who went on to find fame on the battlefield ("C. Wilcox" and "W. J. Hardee"). Wilcox' signature is on a 4 x 2½" cream card and includes the date "Apl 8th /84"). There is a faint pencil ID at the top edge and the ink is somewhat faded, but it is a bold signature in very good condition.
Hardee's signature appears as the closing to a letter ("Very truly yours,"). Signature and closing are in pencil on a blue 5 x 2" slip. The slip is ripped through the center, running through "Y" in "Yours" and "H" in "Hardee". Repaired verso with tape; mounting corner residue extant at top verso corners; faint creasing. The hand is strong, but the signature has faded over time. Still, Hardee's is a very desirable autograph and this is a nice opportunity.
Estimated Value $350 - 500.
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