Davis, David:

AUTOGRAPH, AS ASSOCIATE JUSTICE OF THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT, UNDATED, "D DAVIS, ASSOCIATE JUSTICE, S.C.U.S."

[np: nd:. Autograph signature on paper, oblong 3-7/8" x 1-1/2." Near Fine, with blank verso exhibiting signs of prior mounting

Justice Davis was Lincoln's friend and colleague from Illinois lawyering days. Davis managed Lincoln's 1860 campaign. Lincoln nominated him to the Supreme Court in December 1862; the Senate promptly confirmed him. He served until 1877. Item #41587

Price: $200.00