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Rare Civil War Letter and Envelope, written on Aug. 17,

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Rare Civil War Letter and Envelope, written on Aug. 17,

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Rare Civil War Letter and Envelope, written on Aug. 17, 1864, by C. W. Shipp to his Father in Springdale, Miss., from Atlanta, concerning news and General Sherman, written on cartridge wrapping paper due to a scarcity of paper, the envelope also from the same paper, turned inside out and re-used to answer the original letter. (2 Pcs.)

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Rare Civil War Letter and Envelope, written on Aug. 17,

Name: Rare Civil War Letter and Envelope, written on Aug. 17,
SKU: 28365035
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $750

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