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[CIVIL WAR]. DAVIS, JEFFERSON, 1808-1889, President, C.S.A. Autograph letter signed ("Jefferson Davis") to E. Fropard, Beauvoir, Harrison County, Mississippi, 30 June 1880. 1 page, 8vo, personal stationery, with original envelope. [With:] Autograph letter signed by Fropard presenting Davis's letter as a gift.
A brief note from the former Confederate President regarding the origin and authenticity of the Jefferson Davis medalet: "I recognize the medalet of which you send me a description in yours of 25th June, to be one of those struck in Paris, France, both in gold & silver, and regret that I cannot furnish you any more specific information..."
A brief note from the former Confederate President regarding the origin and authenticity of the Jefferson Davis medalet: "I recognize the medalet of which you send me a description in yours of 25th June, to be one of those struck in Paris, France, both in gold & silver, and regret that I cannot furnish you any more specific information..."