Jefferson & Varina Davis Signed Check

Ornate Chesapeake Bank check dated October 31, 1871, drawn for $300 and signed by Jefferson Davis, former President of the Confederate States of America. The check is payable to his wife, Varina Davis, who endorsed the reverse, giving the piece signatures of both Jefferson and Varina Davis. Following the Civil War, Varina served as an important personal secretary to her husband and assisted with his correspondence. Measures approximately 8 x 3 1/4 inches. Jefferson Davis's signature is somewhat light, with period cancellation punches affecting portions of the check. Estimate $800 - $1,200

Estimate:$800

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