Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln Relics

Several strands of hair from Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln, given by them to Mrs. Caroline Wright, the wife of Indiana Governor Joseph A. Wright, following Lincoln's 1865 inauguration as a token of their friendship.

Mrs. Wright actively collected hair of political figures during the latter half of the 19th century. These relics were passed through the Wright family until offered at auction by Christie's in 1992.

Condition: Excellent
State: Indiana
Year: 1865

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