December 2015 Auction Ends Thursday, December 17th, 5pm Pacific

Lot #17:

Abraham Lincoln Autograph Endorsement Signed as President in August 1861

Autograph endorsement signed by Abraham Lincoln as President during the Civil War. Lincoln writes ''Respectfully submitted to the Sec. of War. / A. Lincoln / Aug. 29, 1861'' below portion written by Senator James McDougall of California. McDougall writes, ''I recommend the within appointment / James McDougall''. Accompanied by engraving of Lincoln for framing. Document measures 3.5'' x 4''. Some toning and smudging, and affixed to larger piece of paper. Overall in very good condition with still bold and distinctive handwriting.