RR Auction's Spirit of '76 Sale Features Washington, Franklin, Hancock
RR Auction is hosting the Spirit of '76: America’s 250th Anniversary Auction to celebrate the nation's milestone. The event will feature a collection of 76 rare manuscripts and artifacts tied to notable historical figures, including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson. Among the standout pieces is a letter from George Washington, authored by Alexander Hamilton just days prior to the Battle of Germantown. This auction emphasizes America's rich history as it commemorates 250 years of independence and honors the contributions of significant leaders in shaping the nation.
Key facts
- RR Auction's Spirit of '76: America's 250th Anniversary Auction celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States.
- The auction features 76 lots of original manuscripts and artifacts.
- Items are associated with George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, the Marquis de Lafayette, Benedict Arnold, and King George III.
- A leading highlight is a George Washington war-dated letter signed, written in the hand of Alexander Hamilton.
- The letter was penned four days before the Battle of Germantown.
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Institutions
- RR Auction