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David Davis autograph on a paper slip, signed "David Davis" in purple ink, with the additional handwritten inscription "U.S. Senate / Illinois." The inscription dates the autograph to Davis's service as a United States Senator from Illinois, following his retirement from the Supreme Court in 1877.

Davis was a close personal friend and political ally of Abraham Lincoln, helping organize Lincoln's successful campaign for the Republican presidential nomination in 1860. In recognition of their longstanding relationship, President Lincoln appointed Davis to the United States Supreme Court in 1862.

The reverse of the autograph bears a James Spence Authentication (JSA) authentication sticker, numbered E84634.

Accompanied by a handsome vintage engraved portrait of Davis, depicting the former Supreme Court Justice in formal attire. The engraving was executed by Max Rosenthal and bears a printed facsimile of Davis's signature beneath the portrait.

The autographed slip measures approximately 5.25 x 2.25 inches, and the engraved portrait measures approximately 7 x 9 inches. Fine condition with light age toning and minor handling wear. The engraved portrait exhibits scattered age toning.

David Davis (1815–1886) was an American jurist, statesman, and close political associate of President Abraham Lincoln. A prominent Illinois attorney and judge, Davis became one of Lincoln's most trusted political advisers and played an important role in securing his presidential nomination in 1860.

Appointed to the United States Supreme Court by Lincoln in 1862, Davis served until 1877. He authored the majority opinion in Ex parte Milligan (1866), a landmark decision limiting the use of military tribunals to try civilians when civilian courts remained operational.

Following his Supreme Court service, Davis represented Illinois in the United States Senate from 1877 to 1883 and served as President Pro Tempore of the Senate from 1881 to 1883. His close association with Lincoln and influential judicial career established him as an important figure in Civil War and Reconstruction-era American history.

Authentication:
Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc. | Includes a JSA authentication hologram (sticker only)

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Reference sku: 11700 1419351-1