Frederick Douglass handwritten signed letter

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Frederick Douglass 1860s handwritten signed letter agreeing to deliver a lecture. Framed with engraving of Douglass. Frame is 12" x 16". Letter is 6" x 5"

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Signatures were collected over many years. They weren?t authenticated and being sold as found. Please see pictures for condition and details. Please read shipping terms - larger items and fragile items require care in packing and shipping and there is associated expense. Local Pick on Saturday, March 7 or third-party shipping are the only shipping methods offered for this item. Invoices totaling over $5000 require payment by money order or wire transfer. Please see terms of the sale before bidding

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Civil War Memorabilia Estate Auction

Mar 02, 2026 9:00 AM EST

Worcester, MA, United States

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