Authentic Original Lincoln Assassination Newspaper 1865 Philadelphia Gettysburg For Sale
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Authentic Original Lincoln Assassination Newspaper 1865 Philadelphia Gettysburg:
$1498.99
I purchased this amazing and historic newspaper in 1997 from the premier civil war memorabilia dealer in the United States.... "The Horse Soldier" located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. It is an authentic, original document dated April 17th 1865. It has no modifications. I had it museum mounted shortly after returning home from the trip. It has only been out of the frame once in the last 24 years, and for just 2 days. The corners of the paper are tucked under clear plastic tabs, and there is no adhesive holding the newspaper. The glass is anti-reflective and UV protective. The paper itself has creases vertically and horizontally, and there is a small hole below the lithograph of John Wilkes Booth and one in his hair. Small creases can be seen as well. All of this is to be expected with age, and it is an absolutely beautiful piece. This may have been one of the first lithographs of John Wilkes Booth as the assassin.
Unfortunately due to its framing I could not take better photographs. I would put it up against any currently for sale on the market today in terms of visual appeal, historical significance, and overall value. This paper is one single sheet and is folded numerous times (not like the newspapers of today). Both front and back (8 pages total) are in superb reading condition. I have taken this document to a local civil war memorabilia convention on two separate occasions in the past and each time been offered over $1,500. I am fairly attached to it, and consequently have decided not to sell it until now. My present situation demands it. The item will be insured to its full value when shipped.
When determining whether or not I should list this (one of my favorite possessions) I researched for other similar postings, and was disappointed by those that I thought were either fake or deceptive. Rest assured, this item is authentic.
Thank you for taking the time to review it, and consider checking out my other sales that include World War II newspapers, sports record breaking newspapers, and other various documents.