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WILLIAM CLARK * PSA/DNA * Lewis & Clark Handwritten Autograph Letter Signed
$7,995.00
Guaranteed Authentic
William Clark handwritten letter to his lawyer just days after meeting with Thomas Jefferson and Meriwether Lewis in Washington, DC.
American explorer best known for his part in the LEWIS & CLARK expedition, WILLIAM CLARK, practically non-existent handwritten letter with the only full signature example ever being offered for public sale and an additional in-text signature as "Clark". The letter is dated just days after Clark had first met with Thomas Jefferson and Meriwether Lewis in Washington, DC. Clark writes to his attorney "John Thompson Mason" regarding the case "Bazidone vs. Clark".
The case Bazidone vs. Clark was in regard to supplies which Clark's brother George Rogers Clark had illegally confiscated during the revolutionary war. Although the Clarks were prominent landholders they were constantly fighting George's legal battles, the Brazidone case was one of three major actions against the family at the time. The job of settling the lawsuits fell to William Clark who spent many years fighting for his brother. Even on the eve of his departure for the Lewis and Clark expedition, William Clark was still attempting to settle the Bazidone case.
CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY PSA/DNA EXPERT EXAMINATION. Sale includes original PSA Letter of Authenticity. GUARANTEED GENUINE - simply one of the finest WILLIAM CLARK signed items available on the market. A high quality investment piece.
Clark has handwritten:
"Fredericksburgh 5th July 1801 DSir As your instructions in the Case of Bazidone vs. Clark have not yet come forward to this place- and being doubtful whether or not I gave you my address fully-(?) me to conclude that you are at a loss to what place to direct your letters. I must request you to direct your instructions to me at this place and as my stay in this quarter will be but short, I hope you will do me the favor to let me hear from you as soon as possible. With the highest sentiments of respect and confidence, I am DSir yr Most Obt Hb Servnt [signed] William Clark"
Adress leaf also in Clark's hand reads:
"John Thompson Mason Esq. Attorney at Law Georgetown District of Columbia"
Letter is in excellent condition for its 220+ years of age. Mailing folds, address leaf still preserved and viewable on frames reverse (some scratches to glass). Framed and matted with a printed description by a previous collector.
Own a remarkable, original investment-quality piece of American history! The perfect item for the Executive library, history buff, or adventurer.
Sold as is, as shown.