Apr 23, 2020 10:00 EST
Autograph Seeker: The Estate of Gary Combs
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PERRY, MATTHEW C., COMMODORE
Autograph letter signed. Tarrytown: 24 May 1845. Single-page autograph letter signed, "M.C. Perry," to John Clapham recommending commending his service as a gunner. 8 x 10 inches. Folds, minor soiling.
Perry writes: "I have great pleasure in stating that your conduct as Gunner of the Frigate Macedonia during her late cruise upon the Coast of Africa was in all respects correct and I consider you perfectly qualified for the station then and now held by you."
Sold for $375
Estimated at $400 - $600
Includes Buyer's Premium
PERRY, MATTHEW C., COMMODORE
Autograph letter signed. Tarrytown: 24 May 1845. Single-page autograph letter signed, "M.C. Perry," to John Clapham recommending commending his service as a gunner. 8 x 10 inches. Folds, minor soiling.
Perry writes: "I have great pleasure in stating that your conduct as Gunner of the Frigate Macedonia during her late cruise upon the Coast of Africa was in all respects correct and I consider you perfectly qualified for the station then and now held by you."
Auction: Autograph Seeker: The Estate of Gary Combs, Apr 23, 2020
