Archives International Auctions Auction 104 July 23, 2025

Archives International Auctions - Sale 104 71 July 23, 2025 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com Ephemera - Guns New York 351 351 NY. Merchants Bank of Albany, 1863, Pair of Letters Requesting Firearms Albany, New York, 1863. Lot of 2 Letters from Mr. A Van Allen, first is dated July 27th, 1863, wanting to purchase a Remington pistol for self protection, he writes “we have an awful turbulent population here,” Second letter is dated July 31st, 1863 thanking Mr. Shephard Esq. for sending the pistol - he writes “we were on the eve of a riot here on the 16th and one of my neighbors was attacked by some ruffians the evening and his pistol probably saved his life... these are just what we want, neat, compact and will do execution in an emergency...” Letters are in VF to XF condition. (2). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. This request was probably related to the Draft Riots in New York during the Civil War. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Est. $120-200 Ephemera - Historic Notable Autographs Nevada 352 352 El Capitan MiningCo. 1882 I/UCoupon Bond Signed by J. Adriance Bush as trustee. Nevada (Inc. in New York), 1882. I/U bond. $100, 1st Mortgage 10% Bond. Green border and undertint. Patriotic eagle vignette. XF condition. Coupons attached. Signed by J. Adriance Bush as trustee. He is more well known for being the trustee of the New York and Brooklyn Bridge, representing New York. He is listed on Title page of Opening Ceremonies of the New York and Brooklyn bridge, May 24, 1883 as the Vice President of New York and Brooklyn Bridge. Scarce bond with NY notable’s signature. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $120-200 Ephemera - Historic Presidential Prints New York 353 353 Millard Fillmore Engraved Portrait Print Group Lot, ca.1859 to 1862 NY, Group of over 15 print portraits of Millard Fillmore, many taken from an original photograph, with the original portrait painted by Alonzo Chappel. Includes duplicates of the same piece, printed by Johnson, Fry & Co. Publishers, New York. Also included is a portrait of Fillmore’s wife, Abigail Fillmore. All are in Fine condition with some damage to margins, toning, and other signs of wear. Millard Fillmore ( January 7, 1800 - March 8, 1874) was the 13th president of the United States, serving from 1850 to 1853, the last to be a member of the Whig Party while in the White House. A former member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Upstate New York, Fillmore was elected as the 12th vice president in 1848, and succeeded to the presidency in July 1850 upon the death of U.S. President Zachary Taylor. Fillmore was instrumental in the passing of the Compromise of 1850, a bargain that led to a brief truce in the battle over the expansion of slavery. (15) ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Est. $90-160 Ephemera - Historic Ribbons & Medals 354 354 NY. Ribbon Commemorating the Laying of the Corner Stone of New York City Washington Monument, 1847 New York, October 19th, 1847. Silk Ribbon Commemorating the Laying of the Cornerstone of the Lost NYC Washington Monument, Washington portrait by Gilbert Stuart at center surrounded by ornate flower frame and text passage at bottom. In 1833, New York City citizens formed the Washington Monument Association to build a major memorial to George Washington, reflecting the city’s historic role in his presidency. After years of fundraising, a 425-foot Gothic granite tower designed by Calvin Pollard was chosen, to be built in Hamilton Square. The structure would include a library, art studios, and an observatory, and would surpass all existing buildings in height. On October 19, 1847—marking the anniversary of Washington’s victory at Yorktown—an estimated 250,000 people participated in a grand cornerstone-laying ceremony, with parades, music, and speeches. Despite the enthusiasm, public opinion was divided and funds ran short. The project was eventually abandoned, and Hamilton Square was developed over. The cornerstone was lost, with conflicting reports about whether it was incorporated into Mount Sinai Hospital or taken by a contractor in the 1860s. Although this monument was never realized, New York City later honored Washington with other tributes, including the Union Square statue (1856) and the Washington Square Arch (1891). ��������������������� Est. $80-120