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James Melville Gilliss 1861 Autograph Letter, founder US Naval Observatory
James Melville Gilliss 1861 Autograph Letter, founder US Naval Observatory

James Melville Gilliss 1861 Autograph Letter, founder US Naval Observatory

$ 31.15

Availability: 20 in stock
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Condition: Used - See Listing For Details
  • Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1900
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller

    Description

    James Melville Gilliss 1861 Autograph Letter, founder US Naval Observatory
    James Melville Gilliss
    (1811-1865) - Astronomer, United States Naval Officer; founder U.S. Naval Observatory
    Autograph letter signed in ink, J. M. Gilliss, Sept. 26, 1861, on stationery with early engraved vignette of the observatory.
    "I send you copy of the earthquake notice mentioned last night."
    1p 5.25" x 5.75"
    Authentic item in overall VG+ cond.
    .