TLS on August Belmont & Company letterhead from 1892 informing the Comptroller of NY City that the Rothschild's have paid 6500 Euro's for NY City Bonds and they want to know the adequate amount to cover the interest due in January. Signed in old ink by August Belmont. A rare example of his signature.(1813-1890) August Belmont Sr. was a German-American financier, diplomat, and politician. He served as Chair of the Democratic National Committee from 1860 to 1872. He was also a thoroughbred racehorse owner and the founder and namesake of the Belmont Stakes, the third leg of the Triple Crown of American Thoroughbred horse racing.Comes with a full Letter of Authenticity from Todd Mueller Authentics.