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LOT 58

Lot 58

Sir John A. Macdonald to George Herman Ryland, Archive of Eight Autograph Letters, Signed, 1847-1865

Sir John A. Macdonald to George Herman Ryland, Archive of Eight Autograph Letters, Signed, 1847-1865
Lot 58 Details
Sir John A. Macdonald to George Herman Ryland, Archive of Eight Autograph Letters, Signed, 1847-1865

regarding various subjects, four with envelopes
largest sheet 8 x 10 in — 20.3 x 25.4 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $10,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Note:

George Herman Ryland (1801-1883) was Registrar for Montreal and Clerk for the Executive Council for the Province of Lower Canada. He corresponded with Macdonald for many years regarding various issues, including Ryland's efforts to obtain financial redress form the government.

Read about the historical figures referenced in these letters.

Sir George-Etienne Cartier
John Galt

CONDITION DETAILS

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