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Colt Distributors Quill Letter to Governor Beginning of Civil War, 1861

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This handwritten (it appears with quill) letter was addressed to the Governor of the state of Ohio in 1861- the beginning of the Civil War. Tyler Davidson, one of the major Colt distributors, is offering the Ohio Militia one to two thousand Colt Navy revolvers. They "can provide 100 per day at a cost of $22.50 each." This document from the files of Civil War General Thomas Tinsley Heath who marched to the sea with Sherman. Period walnut frame. Period: 1861 Origin: Ohio Size: Frame 12" x1 4". Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source.

Dimensions:

Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Other

Place of Origin:

United States

Period:

1860-1869

Date of Manufacture:

1861

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Coeur d'Alene, ID

Reference Number:

Seller: I18441stDibs: LU4019314462301

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