Lot 312
Schuyler, Philip John (1733-1804) Wealthy American patriot; member of Continental Congress; one of four major generals in the Continental Army; New York state senator; U.S. senator. Autograph Letter Signed "Ph. Schuyler," 2pp, Albany, 3 Mar. 1785. Very good; light toning and foxing; repairs to seal affect nothing. To "My Dear child," his daughter Elizabeth, who was married to Alexander Hamilton, with family news: of his and her mother's health, complaining that "Johnny" (Elizabeth's brother John Bradstreet Schuyler, 1765-95) has not answered his letters, etc. With holograph address leaf to "Mrs. Hamilton,Wall Street / New York."
Estimated Value $700 - 900.
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