This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/25/2017
Commodore Stephen Decatur autograph letter signed, dated 19 July 1811 aboard the U.S.S. United States, then harbored in New York. In part, ''Sir: This Ship is now ready for sea - The British ships of the Nook are the Daphine & Atalante...Stephen Decatur / Comm: John Rodgers''. Single page letter measures 7.75'' x 9.75''. Corners affixed to mat, and .5'' separation starting along one fold. Overall very good condition. With an engraving of Decatur.
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