Lot 1572
Garnett, Robert Seldon. Clipped signature and letter closing matted and framed with a copy cdv to 9 x 11½". The clip is the end of a letter, reading "Respectfully, Sir, Yr. Obt Sevt R.S.Garnett 2 Lt…" (the remaining four abbreviations begin with U, A, S, A and B.). Possibly written soon after his time at West Point, as it does appear he refers to himself as a 2nd Lieutenant. Fine condition. The cdv copy features Garnett in a Federal Uniform. Overall, fine condition. An extremely rare signature.
Had Garnett lived to fight longer in the war, there is every indication (based on his solid career with the Federal Army) that he would have been one of the South's preeminent generals.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
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