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Ernest Hemingway signed check, filled out entirely in his hand and dated 15 October 1952, just weeks after publishing his Pulitzer-prize winning novel, ''The Old Man and the Sea''. Hemingway addresses a check to Roberto Herrera, friend and manager of his ''Finca Il Vigia'' property in Cuba, which is now a museum. Signed ''Ernest M. Hemingway'', check for $30 is drawn on the First National Bank of Boston, Havana Branch. Measures 6.25'' x 2.75''. Bank cancellation stamps slightly affecting signature, else near fine.
Ernest Hemingway Signed Check From 1952 -- To Longtime Friend & Manager of His Property in Cuba
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