Lot 801
Lee, Robert E. The south's most revered leader. Authentic 1/3 inch strand of hair encased in an ornate golden frame taken from a lock of Lee's hair originally cut by Lee himself and presented to Louise R. Thome on April 19, 1869. This lock was sold at Christies, New York. World famous expert, Charles Hamilton certified the authenticity and origin of the piece. Eleven pages of Charles Hamilton certification are enclosed. This remarkable relic is protected by a firm crystal clear polyglass holder that can double as a frame. 11 x 14".
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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| Realized $357 |
