Lot 802
Breckinridge, John C. and Joseph Lane. Breckinridge (1821-75) was Vice President under Buchanan (1857-61); the only VP to ever take up arms against the US; he served as a Confederate general and Secretary of War. Manuscript note signed ("John C. Breckinridge") as Vice President of the United States, one page, 3¼ x 5", Washington, Dec. 5, 1859, giving his autograph to a man. Matted with a CDV of Breckinridge and a cut closing and signature of Joseph Lane ("Very Respectfully / Joseph Lane"), who was chosen by southern breakaway Democrats as Breckinridge's running mate in the 1860 presidential campaign and a printed bio of Lane, framed to 12½ x 12½".
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
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