September 2022 Auction Ends Thursday, September 29th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/29/2022
Charles Guiteau autograph note signed from jail, dated February (1882). In this note, the assassin of President James Garfield requests money for his autograph, writing, ''Should you desire my photograph & autograph, please send $1 / C.G.'' Guiteau then adds the postscript, ''Your letter was mis laid - Write again and I will answer at once.'' Penned in black fountain pen by Guiteau, note measures approximately 2.75'' x 4.25'', with irregularly trimmed edges. Discoloration, else very good. With an engraving of Guiteau in prison measuring 6.27'' x 8.75''.
Charles Guiteau Autograph Note Signed from Jail -- Requesting Payment for His Autograph
Click above for larger image.