Secretary of Treasury Alexander Hamilton Signed letter, dated 1790. Part of a large matted and framed presentation that includes the sepia ink letter in Hamilton's hand, accompanied by a plaque and a copy of a black and white engraved portrait of Hamilton. Addressed to "Will Channing Esquire / Attorney for the United States Newport,” letter reads in full, "Treasury Department / October 7th, 1790 / Sir -I am to acknowledge my obligation to you for your attention to the request Hooks the liberty to make in my letter of the 31st of August. Your letter on that subject has been received. And Mr. Bowen is informed that the sureties offered are satisfactory. I am sir very respectfully your obedient servant / A Hamilton.” Single-page letter, measuring 8″ x 8″, has a few wrinkles and cracks not affecting legibility, overall, in near fine condition. Brass plaque reads in full: "Alexander Hamilton 1757-1804. Secretary of the Treasury 1789-1795. On July 11th Hamilton dueled with his rival Aaron Burr, was unsuccessful and died the next day.” Striking Alexander Hamilton autograph. Illustration measures 5.5″ x 8″. Plaque measures 5″ x 2″. Entire wood framed presentation measures 26″ x 29″. An excellent lot in overall mint condition. This item has been Forensically authenticated by Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators and comes with their Letter of Authenticity. Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators Guarantees their Opinion. A complete report of the forensic evaluation is available to any owner of the item current and future.

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