February 2018 Auction Ends Thursday, February 22nd, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/22/2018
Commander of the Confederate Army during the Civil War, Robert E. Lee signed CDV photo, ''RE Lee''. In this photo taken by Richmond photographer J.W. Davies (famously referred to as the ''floppy tie'' photograph), Lee wears his Confederate uniform featuring only three stars, signifying his rank of Colonel before the Civil War. During the war, Lee refused to wear a General's insignia, preferring to wait until the South won the war and he could properly be promoted to General in the Confederate Army. CDV measures 2.75'' x 4''. Handwritten notation and two-cent stamp to verso. Slightly trimmed along lower edge, only affecting mount. Light toning and wear, overall in very good condition with a bold signature.
Robert E. Lee Signed CDV Photo -- In Military Uniform With Three Confederate Stars on His Lapel
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