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  • Thomas Jefferson's Notes on the State of Virginia - First British Edition in publisher's boards, Map framed
    Jun. 27, 2026

    Thomas Jefferson's Notes on the State of Virginia - First British Edition in publisher's boards, Map framed

    Est: $25,000 - $35,000

    JEFFERSON, Thomas (1743-1826). Notes on the State of Virginia. London: Printed for John Stockdale, 1787. First British edition. THE FIRST BRITISH EDITION OF JEFFERSON'S ONLY LIFETIME-PUBLISHED BOOK, IN PUBLISHER'S BOARDS Octavo (8 ¾” x 5 ½”, 223mm x 140mm). With an engraved folding map “Country between Albemarle Sound, and Lake Erie, comprehending the whole of Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania, with parts of several other of the United States of America” by S. J. Neele hand-colored in outline (framed separately, discreet repairs to folds, right margin and lower left corner). Bound in the publisher’s blue boards, drab paper spine (rebacked). Rebacked to style, upper fore-corner of rear board renewed. The folding letterpress table and title-page have been repaired along the bottom margin. Small mechanical stamp to lower margin of advertisement leaf, moderate foxing throughout, Aa8 roughly opened. With the deckle at the fore- and lower edges preserved. On the front paste-down, the leather ex-libris of Michael Sharpe. Presented in a half-calf clamshell box. Written as a response to the enquiries of France’s ambassador to America, François Barbé Marbois, Jefferson’s Notes was not initially intended for publication. It proved, however, to be so comprehensive in its accounting and analysis of Virginia, and so distinctly American — what we might now call “Jeffersonian” — in its tone that Jefferson decided to have it printed for public circulation rather than merely for his private circle. Jefferson’s boundless curiosity is here on most dazzling display: topography, climate, boundaries, population, colleges, government, commerce, agriculture etc. all have their sections. The tables even include a chart of the “Birds of Virginia,” indicating “Catesby’s designations” as well as popular names. Elements of Jefferson’s political and literary eloquence permeate the book, which he wrote primarily while he was U.S. minister to France. Jefferson’s “Map of the Country between Albemarle Sound and Lake Erie…” is the only map that the statesman ever drafted, and one of supreme importance. This map has considerable historical value, serving as primary documentary evidence of the westward movement in Virginia which is recorded cartographically on very few maps. The period between 1750 and 1800 was one of extensive and accelerated migration, which Jefferson’s map captures at the mid-point between the map that his father, Peter Jefferson, made with Joshua Fry in 1750, and James Madison’s map of 1807. Jefferson’s familiarity with the heavily populated area of the state resulted in the location of towns and county seats with greater precision than had been achieved previously. Many natural monuments were marked for the first time on a map, including Zane’s and Madison’s Caves, the Indian Grave, and the Natural Bridge. This pivotal map, furthermore, served as a forum in which Jefferson could not only record with precision the geography of the state, but also make a political statement regarding the proper western boundary of Virginia and the future division of the western lands into five new states. Three of these he labeled simply as “A New State,” but two others were named specifically: “Kentuckey” because it was already one of the western counties of Virginia and known by that name, and “Frankland for the area that is now Tennessee”. In this way Jefferson’s map reflects not just the conventional cartographer’s task of mapping the land and its boundaries as they stand, but the excitement of delineating the land as it was envisioned to become. Clark 1:262; Howes J 78; Sabin 35896.

    Arader Galleries
  • Thomas Jefferson | An appointment for Franklin’s grandson
    Jun. 24, 2026

    Thomas Jefferson | An appointment for Franklin’s grandson

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    Thomas Jefferson Printed broadside document signed (“Th: Jefferson”) as third President, on a full sheet of wove paper (258 x 404 mm; unwatermarked), accomplished in a clerical hand, Washington, 22 November 1804, being the appointment of William Bache as Surveyor of the Port of Philadelphia, countersigned by the Secretary of State (“James Madison”), embossed paper seal of the United States; some light, scattered fox spots, some fold separations with tiny losses at intersecting folds. [Accompanied by:] Catherine Wistar Bache, autograph letter signed (“your Sister C. Bache”) to Caspar Wistar (“My Dear Brother”), 2 pages (245 x 168 mm) on a bifolium of laid paper (watermarked JLG), integral leaf with autograph address panel (“Caspar Wistar M. D. | Philadelphia”) and reception docket; some soiling to address panel, seal tear and repair. [And by:] Contemporary clerical copy of a circular letter from Secretary of the Treasury Albert Gallatin to William Bache, 1½ pages (251 x 198) on a bifolium of laid paper (watermarked dove and olive branch | Aimes & Co), “Treasury Department” [Washington,] 12 June 1804, docketed on verso of integral leaf “Copy Letter from the Secy of State to the Collector June 12. 1804.”; faintly browned, upper corners crumpled. The three items housed in a fitted blue cloth portfolio, front cover gilt-lettered. An intriguing small archive related to Dr. William Franklin Bache’s efforts to secure a government sinecure. Although Dr. Bache had a practice, he was experiencing poor health and some financial difficulties at the beginning of the new century. His wife, Catherine Wistar Bache, here writes to her brother, a prominent Philadelphia physician—and successor to Thomas Jefferson as president of the American Philosophical Society—to ask him to intercede with President Jefferson, mentioning, in passing, the pending Louisiana Purchase: “Two days ago I received letters from Doct. Bache … In which Doct. B. wishes me to have an application made to the President for him. He thought of my applying to Mrs. Randolph but Congress being now engaged on the Louisiana business I think the more Immediately an application is made the greater the probability of success, and I also believe that an application from a Philadela. friend particularly from Doct. Wistar will have more weight. William wishes to obtain the Land Office or Surveyor Generalship; the business of the hospital is extremely laborious without an adequate compensation from excessive fatigue. Doct. B. has again been attack'd with a bilious fever which confined him to his bed for a week. He has been in the habit of seeing from 30 to 40 patients daily and without any assistance even to put up medicine which renders it too fatiguing for any person to continue It long without a more liberal establishment. His exertions have been attended with great success, having lost but 7 out of 400 patients and 6 of those were drunkards. … If it is not disagreeable to you to write to the President on the subject it will be conferring on us a very weighty obligation. If you think this request improper don't hesitate to decline it. … From a conversation Dr. Bache had with Mr. Gallatin last winter there is great reason to believe the appointment may be obtained if applied for before the vacancy is filled.” Caspar Wistar honored his sister’s request, writing apologetically to President Jefferson scarcely two weeks later, 16 November 1803, “It has happened to me more than once, to feel great pain & regret while I was writing to you, on account of the trouble I occasioned you, & the liberty I was taking, in soliciting promotion &ca., for the persons in question. I assure you those sensations occur with unusual force on the present occasion, which is this—Dr. Bache has nearly concluded his tour [of] attendance on the Missisippi Boat[-men], for this year, & I should suppose with great success, as he has lost but [7] out of 400 Patients he has however been sick twice, & is so much discouraged, by the smallness of the Compensation, & the severity of the duty, that he has requested my Sister to solicit for him the place of Land-Officer, which he supposes to be vacant” (Papers of Thomas Jefferson, ed. McClure, 42:12–13). Jefferson endorsed Wistar’s letter “Bache Wm to be land officer N.O.,” and while that office did not come to him, another even more suitable did, as evidenced by the present presidential appointment: “To All Who Shall See These Presents, Greeting: Know Ye, That reposing special Trust and Confidence in the Integrity, Diligence and Discretion of William Bache, of Pennsylvania I have nominated, and by and with the Advice and Consent of the Senate, Do Appoint him Surveyor for the Port of Philadelphia and do authorize and empower him to execute and fulfil the Duties of that Office according to law; And to have and to hold the said Office, with all the Rights and Emoluments thereunto legally appertaining, unto him the said William Bache during the Pleasure of the President of the United States for the time being. In Testimony whereof, I have caused these Letters to be made Patent, and the Seal of the United States to be hereunto affixed.” Dr. Bache held this position until his death in 1820. The final component of this pocket archive is a clerical circular letter from Treasury Secretary Albert Gallatin regarding the necessity of bonds for “Vessels being bound for Hispaniola.” 

    Sotheby's
  • Thomas Jefferson Owned Pipe (Ember) Tongs
    May. 07, 2026

    Thomas Jefferson Owned Pipe (Ember) Tongs

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    18th century pipe or ember tongs, wrought iron, with scissors or accordian action. The lot consists of a shadow box with the tongs mounted onto a backed, heavy woven material. Included is a note on late 19th or early 20th century paper, cut and mounted below the pipe tongs. The note, written in an early hand, is signed by Jamers Terry, a noted antiques dealer and collector of Jeffersonian material. The note reads: "Thomas Jefferson's pipe tongs [underlined] purchased of Miss Cornelia Jefferson Taylor (his great grand-daughter) at "Lego" near Charlottes=ville, Va. April, 1905. Also brass button from Jefferson's chair."  Cornelia Jefferson "Miss Nely" Taylor (1849-1937) was a great-great-granddaughter of Thomas Jefferson. She lived at (and apparently managed) a farm near Charlottesville, Virginia, in the late 19th and early 20th century.  The farm was a portion of Jefferson's estate at some point named "Lego". She was well known as a preserver of her family history, and very active at Monticello. She sold the farm in 1919.  James Terry (1844-1912).  James Terry was interested in a variety of scientific and historical subjects. He spent part of his life in Hartford, CT as an antiqes dealer. His only published work was: Sculptured Anthropoid Ape Heads (1891). While not examined out of the framed shadow box, the tongs certainly appear to be period, as does the note, which is signed by Terry.  Provenance: Skinner Auctions, 1993. Overall: H 14-3/4 in. W 16-1/2 in. D 2-1/2 in.

    New England Auctions
  • Thomas Jefferson. Facsimile document
    Mar. 25, 2026

    Thomas Jefferson. Facsimile document

    Est: -

    JEFFERSON, Thomas.- Facsimile document of two letters sent by Thomas Jefferson to George Washington and James Monroe regarding the draft Law on Crimes and Possible Punishments. 40 x 35 cm., mounted on velvet.

    Duran Arte y Subastas
  • THOMAS JEFFERSON COINAGE AND CURRENCY SET WITH SILVER DOLLAR
    Mar. 06, 2026

    THOMAS JEFFERSON COINAGE AND CURRENCY SET WITH SILVER DOLLAR

    Est: -

    IN GREAT CONDITION, BUT YOU BE THE JUDGE

    3 b's auction
  • Thomas Jefferson Bronze Sculpture by Tony Frudakis
    Feb. 11, 2026

    Thomas Jefferson Bronze Sculpture by Tony Frudakis

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Anthonny Frudakis (American, born 1953) cast bronze sculpture of Thomas Jefferson, the American Founding Father and the third President of the United States from 1801-1809. Features him seated in a spindle back chair, holding a book in one hand and resting the other on the armrest. Elevated to a wooden base. Signed and dated along the base edge. Dimensions: 23.5 X 10.25 X 14.5 in. Condition: Good overall condition with normal age related surface wear. Note: This condition statement is provided as a courtesy and reflects an opinion, not a statement of fact. Bidders are encouraged to inspect items in person or through an agent to assess condition. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping Information: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house packing or shipping services. As a courtesy, we are pleased to refer trusted third-party shipping providers for buyer convenience. Buyers are encouraged to contact shippers directly to obtain packing quotes, shipping rates, insurance options, and estimated transit times. Additional local, domestic, and international shipper referrals may be available upon request. Parcel Shipping Providers: First Class Shipping Center, 11700 NW 41st Street, Coral Springs, FL. Phone (754) 800-7674. Email 1shippingcenter@gmail.com. Mr. Ship Pro, 7838 NW 44th St, Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (305) 783-9504. Email roberto@mrshippro.com. The UPS Store #2881, 11110 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (954) 572-4004. Email store2881@theupsstore.com. Freight & Large Item Shipping / Local Florida Delivery: Available through independent providers. Please contact info@hillauctiongallery.com for referrals based on item size, location, and delivery requirements.

    Hill Auction Gallery
  • THOMAS JEFFERSON CUT SIGNATURE
    Dec. 14, 2025

    THOMAS JEFFERSON CUT SIGNATURE

    Est: $400 - $600

    Thomas Jefferson cut signature. Framed and matted under glass. Frame 7 inches x 8 inches. Thomas Jefferson (1743 – 1826) was an American Founding Father and the third president of the UnitedStates from 1801 to 1809. He was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. Jefferson was the nation's first U.S. secretary of state under George Washington and then the nation's second vice president under John Adams.Jefferson was a leading proponent of democracy, republicanism, and natural rights.

    White's Auctions
  • Thomas Jefferson's Paris Walks Arion Press
    Nov. 08, 2025

    Thomas Jefferson's Paris Walks Arion Press

    Est: $500 - $750

    Diana Ketcham, Michael Kenna. 2012. Signed.

    Davis Brothers Auction
  • Thomas Jefferson Coinage and Currency Set - Includes Silver Dollar
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Thomas Jefferson Coinage and Currency Set - Includes Silver Dollar

    Est: $35 - $55

    Thomas Jefferson Coinage and Currency Set - Includes Silver Dollar

    Catamount Auctions Co., LLC
  • Thomas Jefferson Bronze Indian Peace Medal
    May. 13, 2025

    Thomas Jefferson Bronze Indian Peace Medal

    Est: $75 - $150

    Bronze medal featuring Thomas Jefferson on the front. Text above reads "Th. Jefferson, President of the U.S. , A.D. 1801". The back depicts hands clasped in a handshake, and above, a peace pipe crossed with a tomahawk. Text on reverse reads "Peace and Friendship". These medals were produced after the Louisiana Purchase and were given to those going on expeditions to be given out as a sign of friendship between the settlers and the Native Americans. MEDAL: 3"Dia.

    Loon Estates
  • Thomas Jefferson. Facsimile document
    Mar. 26, 2025

    Thomas Jefferson. Facsimile document

    Est: -

    JEFFERSON, Thomas.- Facsimile document of two letters sent by Thomas Jefferson to George Washington and James Monroe on the bill on crimes and possible punishments. 40 x 35 cm., mounted on velvet.

    Duran Arte y Subastas
  • Jefferson (Thomas) Memoir, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson, 4 vol., first edition, edited by Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Charlottesville, F. Carr, 1829.
    Mar. 06, 2025

    Jefferson (Thomas) Memoir, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson, 4 vol., first edition, edited by Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Charlottesville, F. Carr, 1829.

    Est: £600 - £800

    Jefferson (Thomas) Memoir, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson, 4 vol., first edition, edited by Thomas Jefferson Randolph, engraved portrait frontispiece and 4 folding facsimile leaves of Jefferson's draft of Declaration of Independence bound in vol. 1, lacking half-titles, all but vol. 1 with bookseller's ticket of O.D. Bartlett of Towanda, Pa., book-label of A.J. Whitney to front free endpapers, vol. 3 with ink letter to title, vol. 1 final f. of Index and facsimile leaves detached (facsimiles little brittle and frayed at lower edge, one with short tear into text without loss), occasional marginal pencil annotation, couple gatherings working loose, foxed and browned throughout, heavier at points, contemporary mottled calf, morocco spine labels chipped and one lacking, worn, vol. 3 upper cover detached along with front free endpaper, some other covers detached or working loose, [Sabin 35891], 8vo, Charlottesville, F. Carr, 1829.   ⁂ Published just three years after Jefferson's death in 1826, and edited by his grandson, Thomas Jefferson Randolph.  Provenance: A gift from Betsey Cushing Whitney, by descent to the present owner. 

    Forum Auctions - UK
  • America.- Jefferson (Thomas) Notes on the State of Virginia, first English edition, for John Stockdale, 1787.
    Jan. 30, 2025

    America.- Jefferson (Thomas) Notes on the State of Virginia, first English edition, for John Stockdale, 1787.

    Est: £5,000 - £7,000

    America.- Jefferson (Thomas) Notes on the State of Virginia, first English edition, folding engraved map frontispiece, hand-coloured in outline and laid down (Washington marked in ink manuscript, few short tears and very small portions of loss, slight wear to some folds, some light browning), woodcut cave plan to C8v, folding table, lacking final blank, light surface soiling and neat repairs to title, E2 with repaired tear affecting few letters, central fold of table repaired at foot, few other marginal repairs, few later marginal pencil annotations, the odd spot or stain, some light soiling, ex-library copy with small ink-stamp to title, modern half morocco, library label to upper cover, [Sabin 35895], 8vo, for John Stockdale, 1787.   ⁂ The only full-length book by Jefferson to be published during his lifetime. The first English edition followed a privately printed, extremely rare first edition (Paris, 1782 [but 1785]) and a French translation (Paris, 1786). Written in the form of answers to questions about Virginia, Jefferson gives a comprehensive account and analysis of the state, its natural resources and economy, and his prescription for the improvement of both state and country.

    Forum Auctions - UK
  • Thomas Jefferson Framed Print
    Dec. 21, 2024

    Thomas Jefferson Framed Print

    Est: $150 - $200

    Thomas Jefferson, photomechanical print, created/published [between 1890 and 1940(?)]. This print is a reproduction of the 1805 Rembrandt Peale painting of Thomas Jefferson held by the New-York Historical Society. Date unknown, Frame size 19" x 23"

    Gulfcoast Coin and Jewelry
  • Thomas Jefferson Framed Print
    Dec. 14, 2024

    Thomas Jefferson Framed Print

    Est: $150 - $200

    Thomas Jefferson, photomechanical print, created/published [between 1890 and 1940(?)]. This print is a reproduction of the 1805 Rembrandt Peale painting of Thomas Jefferson held by the New-York Historical Society. Date unknown, Frame size 19" x 23"

    Gulfcoast Coin and Jewelry
  • THOMAS JEFFERSON BOOK SET, 7 VOLUMES
    Oct. 15, 2024

    THOMAS JEFFERSON BOOK SET, 7 VOLUMES

    Est: $500 - $700

    1952. Washington, DC. The Library of Congress. Catalogue of the Library of Thomas Jefferson is complete in 5 Volumes. All volumes are in Very Good+ to Very Good condition. All volumes are bound in red cloth hardback, with gold embossing on the spine for title. No owner bookplates or owner markings. Acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • Thomas Jefferson Monticello Wood Gavel Relic
    Sep. 25, 2024

    Thomas Jefferson Monticello Wood Gavel Relic

    Est: $200 - $400

    Wooden gavel made of wood from the Estate of Thomas Jefferson, Monticello, in Charlottesville, VA.

    Weiss Auctions
  • Thomas Jefferson & James Madison Signed Land Grant
    Sep. 25, 2024

    Thomas Jefferson & James Madison Signed Land Grant

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    1806 Land Grant Signed by President of the United States Thomas Jefferson and then Secretary of State and Future President James Madison. The Land Grant was issued to Ebenzer Seaver, U.S. Representative from Massachusetts, for one hundred acres of land. Excellent document signed by two early presidents. Original seal still present in the lower left of the document. Grant measures 8 1/2" by 16".

    Weiss Auctions
  • THOMAS JEFFERSON BOOK SET, 7 VOLUMES
    Sep. 24, 2024

    THOMAS JEFFERSON BOOK SET, 7 VOLUMES

    Est: $500 - $700

    1952. Washington, DC. The Library of Congress. Catalogue of the Library of Thomas Jefferson is complete in 5 Volumes. All volumes are in Very Good+ to Very Good condition. All volumes are bound in red cloth hardback, with gold embossing on the spine for title. No owner bookplates or owner markings. Acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • Printed Broadside of Jefferson's Last Letter, 15 Days Before Death, on DOI
    Aug. 07, 2024

    Printed Broadside of Jefferson's Last Letter, 15 Days Before Death, on DOI

    Est: $800 - $1,000

    Thomas Jefferson n.p., ca. 1826 Printed Broadside of Jefferson's Last Letter, 15 Days Before Death, on DOI Printed document A printed broadside bearing the text of the last letter written by President Thomas Jefferson before his death in 1826. 1p, measuring 7" x 11". The date of this printing is unknown, but it is likely contemporary to Jefferson's passing. The original letter was written from Monticello on June 24, 1826 to Roger Weightman, late Mayor of Washington, D.C. In the letter, Jefferson declines an invitation to join a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence but expresses his hopes for the legacy of the document. At the top margin is an illustration depicting Lady Liberty displaying the art of printing to figures representing the other four continents. Slightly uneven edges with faint foxing. Some minor creasing in places. Overall very good. In part: "...The kind invitation I receive from you...as one of the surviving signers of an instrument pregnant to our own is most flattering to myself...It adds sensibly to the sufferings of sickness, to be deprived by it of a personal participation in the rejoicings of that day. But acquiescence is a duty, under circumstances not placed among those we are permitted to control. I should indeed with peculiar delight have met and exchanged there [sic] congratulations personally with the small band, the remnant of that host of worthies, who joined with us on that day in the bold and doubtful election we were able to make for our country, between submission or the sword...May it be to the world what I believe it will be...May it be to signal of arousing men to burst the chains under which monkish ignorance and superstition had persuaded them to bind themselves, and to assume the blessing of security and self-government. That form which we have substituted restores the free right to the unbounded exercise of reason and freedom of opinion...For ourselves, let the annual return of this day, forever refresh our recollections of these rights, and an undiminishable devotion to them…" This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses. WE PROVIDE IN-HOUSE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE!

    University Archives
  • Thomas Jefferson Framed Print
    Aug. 03, 2024

    Thomas Jefferson Framed Print

    Est: $150 - $200

    Thomas Jefferson, photomechanical print, created/published [between 1890 and 1940(?)]. This print is a reproduction of the 1805 Rembrandt Peale painting of Thomas Jefferson held by the New-York Historical Society. Date unknown, Frame size 19" x 23"

    Gulfcoast Coin and Jewelry
  • Thomas Jefferson Commemorative Bottle - Unique Ruby Glass, Embossed Portrait & Inscriptions
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Thomas Jefferson Commemorative Bottle - Unique Ruby Glass, Embossed Portrait & Inscriptions

    Est: -

    Thomas Jefferson Commemorative Bottle: A Vintage Red Glass Collector's Item With Intricate Reliefs And Historical Inscriptions. Ideal For History Enthusiasts And Antique Collectors. Pickup on Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm All items are sold as-is. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free of defects, imperfections, or wear and tear. The pickup address will be released on your invoice. Invoices are sent after the entire auction has ended. Be sure to bring boxes and packing material to pickup. If you purchase a large item, be sure to bring moving help. Shipping is NOT AVAILABLE. Items not picked up by the pickup deadline will be forfeited and you will still be charged. Items cannot be held after the pickup date. Items not picked up will be automatically charged to the card on file.

    Aether Auctions
  • CENTENNIAL COPY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE PRODUCED ON AUTHENTIC VELLUM LAMB SKIN, 19IN x 21IN (48cm x 53cm)
    Jun. 24, 2024

    CENTENNIAL COPY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE PRODUCED ON AUTHENTIC VELLUM LAMB SKIN, 19IN x 21IN (48cm x 53cm)

    Est: $750 - $1,000

    This is a privately printed copy of the United States Of America Declaration Of Independence, celebrating the centennial anniversary of the original document. This document is printed on authentic vellum from the skin of a lamb, the same material as the original. There are no markings that indicate printer, publisher, company, engraver or producer. It is however in the format copy by Stone done in 1823, and having the iconic diagonal line through the first "T" as seen in photos. The document is tanned from direct sunlight. The document itself measures 15.5 inches tall and 13.5 inches wide. But with the frame, it measures 21 inches tall and 19 inches wide. Acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate. The document is tanned from direct sunlight and you can see the original shade of the vellum in the lower left corner.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • CENTENNIAL COPY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE PRODUCED ON AUTHENTIC VELLUM LAMB SKIN, 19IN x 21IN (48cm x 53cm)
    Jun. 04, 2024

    CENTENNIAL COPY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE PRODUCED ON AUTHENTIC VELLUM LAMB SKIN, 19IN x 21IN (48cm x 53cm)

    Est: $750 - $1,000

    This is a privately printed copy of the United States Of America Declaration Of Independence, celebrating the centennial anniversary of the original document. This document is printed on authentic vellum from the skin of a lamb, the same material as the original. There are no markings that indicate printer, publisher, company, engraver or producer. It is however in the format copy by Stone done in 1823, and having the iconic diagonal line through the first "T" as seen in photos. The document is tanned from direct sunlight. The document itself measures 15.5 inches tall and 13.5 inches wide. But with the frame, it measures 21 inches tall and 19 inches wide. Acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate. The document is tanned from direct sunlight and you can see the original shade of the vellum in the lower left corner.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • CENTENNIAL COPY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE PRODUCED ON AUTHENTIC VELLUM LAMB SKIN, 19IN x 21IN (48cm x 53cm)
    May. 14, 2024

    CENTENNIAL COPY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE PRODUCED ON AUTHENTIC VELLUM LAMB SKIN, 19IN x 21IN (48cm x 53cm)

    Est: $750 - $1,000

    This is a privately printed copy of the United States Of America Declaration Of Independence, celebrating the centennial anniversary of the original document. This document is printed on authentic vellum from the skin of a lamb, the same material as the original. There are no markings that indicate printer, publisher, company, engraver or producer. It is however in the format copy by Stone done in 1823, and having the iconic diagonal line through the first "T" as seen in photos. The document is tanned from direct sunlight. The document itself measures 15.5 inches tall and 13.5 inches wide. But with the frame, it measures 21 inches tall and 19 inches wide. Acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate. The document is tanned from direct sunlight and you can see the original shade of the vellum in the lower left corner.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • thomas jefferson decanter, canadian mist decanter no shipping
    Apr. 21, 2024

    thomas jefferson decanter, canadian mist decanter no shipping

    Est: -

    asst

    Annette's Lakeside Auction
  • Thomas Jefferson Coinage and Currency Set
    Mar. 17, 2024

    Thomas Jefferson Coinage and Currency Set

    Est: -

    Thomas Jefferson Coinage and Currency Set. Includes 1993 uncirculated Thomas Jefferson 250th anniversary silver dollar, 1994 uncirculated Thomas Jefferson nickel, and 1976 uncirculated Thomas Jefferson $2 bill. Complete with booklet on the coins and bill. Also has certificate of authenticity. Please be advised we are not professional coin and currency graders and are not offering our opinion on the quality of the coins or currency. Please see pictures to come to your own conclusions on the items. Anything written on the 2 by 2 coin holders was written by the consignor and may or may not be accurate nor is it our opinion. Buying as is from 04281.

    The Broken Gavel Auctions
  • VINTAGE JEFFERSON CLOCKS & SETH THOMAS
    Feb. 09, 2024

    VINTAGE JEFFERSON CLOCKS & SETH THOMAS

    Est: $50 - $100

    VINTAGE JEFFERSON CLOCKS & SETH THOMAS QUARTZ WALL CLOCK

    Dennis Auction Service
  • Thomas Jefferson coins and currency set with Silver dollar and much more!
    Feb. 07, 2024

    Thomas Jefferson coins and currency set with Silver dollar and much more!

    Est: $1 - $5,000

    Thomas Jefferson coins and currency set with Silver dollar and much more!

    Richard L. Edwards Auctioneer
  • Thomas Jefferson Waterford Crystal Hurricane Lamp
    Jan. 27, 2024

    Thomas Jefferson Waterford Crystal Hurricane Lamp

    Est: -

    Americas Heritage Collection, With Original Box, No Chipping Present, Measuring Approximately . Bh40013 Js

    EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
  • Thomas Jefferson Craddock UVA Caved Virginia Cane 1895
    Dec. 02, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Craddock UVA Caved Virginia Cane 1895

    Est: $100 - $10,000

    1895; Original, important 35.75” length, intricately hand carved for a university V.A. student, memorial for Thomas Jefferson, carvings include; horse shoe and masonic handle, American Eagle with shield, University of V.A. clock tower, bird and lizard, rotunda burnt Sunday Oct. 1895, carving of Jefferson’s tomb 1896 signed by carver Thos. Jefferson of V.A. Bornat Shadwell V.A. April 1743 President USA 1809, carved bird, turtle, dogs, written Declaration of Independence, Founded University 1819. This cane was cut near Jefferson’s Tomb Monticello, Jefferson’s Dying Words I Resign My Spirit To God My Daughter To My Country. This was carved and given to University Of Virginia Alum William Taylor Of Townesville N.C. This archive includes his Doctor Of Medicine diploma, portrait photograph, blood pressure device, please view photos. Provenance: Descended through consigners family

    Mebane Antique Auction
  • THOMAS JEFFERSON PORTRAIT PRINT
    Nov. 30, 2023

    THOMAS JEFFERSON PORTRAIT PRINT

    Est: $40 - $80

    Original painting by Rembrandt Peale. Certificate of authenticity attached verso. Sight 17-1/2" high x 13-1/4" high. Overall with frame 23" high x 19-1/2" wide.

    Cordier Auctions & Appraisals
  • Thomas Jefferson Memorial foundation, made by Staffordshire
    Sep. 30, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Memorial foundation, made by Staffordshire

    Est: $15 - $25

    10 1/2 inches wide no chips or cracks

    Dees Auction Company,LLC
  • Thomas Jefferson Declaration Of Independence Token
    Jul. 27, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Declaration Of Independence Token

    Est: $10 - $1,000

    See Photos

    Berner's Auction Gallery
  • Thomas Jefferson Commemorative Stamp, Currency, Token, and Coin Album
    Jun. 22, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Commemorative Stamp, Currency, Token, and Coin Album

    Est: $15 - $25

    Thomas Jefferson Commemorative Stamp, Currency, Token, and Coin Album

    Catamount Auctions Co., LLC
  • THOMAS JEFFERSON FRAMED ENGRAVING
    May. 29, 2023

    THOMAS JEFFERSON FRAMED ENGRAVING

    Est: -

    FRAMED UNDER GLASS, APPROX. 8.5" X 10" TALL

    Lakelands Auction Service
  • Thomas Jefferson Miniature Portrait Artist Signed
    May. 13, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Miniature Portrait Artist Signed

    Est: $100 - $10,000

    Early 19th Century; Original, frame 5.75” x 4.5”, image 3.25” x 2.5”, beautiful hand painted portrait of Jefferson, artist signed in middle right displayed in black painted frame, appears to be complete and all original, please view photos. Provenance: Kirby Estate Collection

    Mebane Antique Auction
  • Thomas Jefferson Portrait
    Apr. 28, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Portrait

    Est: $25 - $35

    [PORTRAIT] Portrait of Thomas Jefferson - original stipple engraving by W. Holl after A. Boucher Desnoyers, image approx. 5-1/8x 3-3/4 in.plus margins. William Holl died in 1838. VG.

    East Coast Books
  • Thomas Jefferson Willison Village Oil On Board
    Apr. 16, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Willison Village Oil On Board

    Est: -

    Beautiful oil on board painting by listed Ohio artist Thomas Jefferson Willison (1864-1940). The painting features a Winter village landscape. Painting is signed in the lower left. Sight measures approximately 14-1/8" tall by 18-3/4"across, framed it measures 20" tall x 24-5/8" across.

    Kraft Auction Service
  • Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Signed Land Document
    Mar. 25, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Signed Land Document

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    1808 land grant on vellum, partly printed and accomplished in clerical hand, showing "Andrew Brinker of Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania" as landowner, signed by President Thomas Jefferson and Secretary of State James Madison, embossed official seal at bottom left, 8 x 14-3/4 in. Provenance: Private Collection

    Brunk Auctions
  • Thomas Jefferson Partial Document Signed. A portion of a four languages ship's p
    Feb. 22, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Partial Document Signed. A portion of a four languages ship's p

    Est: $1,440 - $2,160

    Thomas Jefferson Partial Document Signed. A portion of a four languages ship's paper measuring 8.25" x 8". The document is dated March 9, 1805 and is issued to Caleb Smith, master or commander of the schooner Mercury. Condition: Ink stain at top. Paper is toned, but signature remains bold. HID01801242017

    Heritage Auctions
  • Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Land Grant Signed. One partially printed pag
    Feb. 22, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Land Grant Signed. One partially printed pag

    Est: $2,800 - $4,200

    Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Land Grant Signed.  One partially printed page of vellum, 15.5" x 8.625", City of Washington; April 12, 1805. A document granting " Samuel Montgomery, assignee of John Winn, a Sergeant in the late Army of the United States; in consideration of the said John Winn's Military Services a certain tract of land estimated to contain One Hundred acres... for satisfying warrants for Military Services..." Signed by Jefferson as president, " Th: Jefferson." Countersigned by Secretary of State James Madison. With embossed paper seal affixed at lower left. Condition: Circular area of paper loss measuring .875" x .625". Pinhole of loss at intersection of folds. One corner creased. Imperfections in the vellum cross the signatures. HID01801242017

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  • Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Scallop Top Ship's Passport Signed. One part
    Feb. 22, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Scallop Top Ship's Passport Signed. One part

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Scallop Top Ship's Passport Signed.  One partially printed page of vellum, 12" x 17.25" (sight), Baltimore, Maryland; December 9, 1801. Mediterranean ship's passport, numbered 99, issued to the " Ship called the Maryland of Baltimore," captained by Timothy Gardner and crewed by twenty-three men. It authorized the ship, which had " the burthen of four hundred and sixty four tons or thereabouts... to pass with her Company, Passengers, Goods, and Merchandize, without any hinderance, seizure of molestation..." Signed by Jefferson as president, " Th: Jefferson." Countersigned by Secretary of State James Madison. With maritime vignettes and a blind-embossed paper seal affixed at the lower-left corner. It has been attractively matted and framed with portraits of Jefferson and Madison and a striking white-feathered quill to the overall size of 40" x 28". Not examined outside of the frame. Condition: Scattered soiling and foxing. Uneven left edge. HID01801242017

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  • Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Land Grant Signed. One partially printed pag
    Feb. 22, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Land Grant Signed. One partially printed pag

    Est: $3,200 - $4,800

    Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Land Grant Signed.  One partially printed page of vellum, 16" x 9", City of Washington; April 12, 1805. A document granting " Samuel Montgomery, assignee of Charles Conner, a Soldier in the late Army of the United States, in consideration of the said Charles Conner's Military Services a certain tract of land estimated to contain One Hundred acres... for satisfying warrants for Military Services..." Signed by Jefferson as president, " Th: Jefferson." Countersigned by Secretary of State James Madison. With embossed paper seal affixed at lower left. Condition: Chip with minor loss at upper right corner. Slight curling to bottom edge. Small dampstain to one letter of Madison's signature. HID01801242017

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  • Thomas Jefferson Autograph Note Signed Ordering Supplies for Monticello. One pa
    Feb. 22, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Autograph Note Signed Ordering Supplies for Monticello. One pa

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Thomas Jefferson Autograph Note Signed Ordering Supplies for Monticello.  One page, 3.625" x 1.625", no place; April 4, 1822. A manuscript note from Thomas Jefferson ordering ten pounds of coffee and 1000 nails " wrought of preference" from Charlottesville merchant [James] Leitch. It is signed by Jefferson, " Th:J." Similar notes from this period held by the University of Virginia indicate that these types of orders were often carried by Burwell Colbert, an enslaved domestic servant at Monticello who acted as Jefferson's butler and personal valet. While we cannot state with certainty that this order was also carried by Colbert, it is highly probably that he did so as he was the principal runner for Jefferson during his retirement years. Colbert was one of only five people freed in Jefferson's will, in which he was also granted funds to purchase tools needed to support his trade. From the Joel Levin Collection. Condition: .75" closed tear at upper margin, crossing one letter of text. Light blossoming of ink, causing a halo effect. Unevenly toned with scattered soiling. Heavy wear at edges. HID01801242017

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  • Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed on the Construction of the University o
    Feb. 22, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed on the Construction of the University o

    Est: $16,000 - $24,000

    Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed on the Construction of the University of Virginia.  One page, 7" x 8.25" (sight), " Monticello in Virginia"; May 20, 1824. Letter addressed to Samuel Williams in London, who was acting as an intermediary to Thomas Appleton, concerning commissions for the construction of the University of Virginia. A grateful Jefferson asks Williams to transmit an enclosed letter (not included) and extends his thanks for his assistance. With integral address leaf. It reads, in full: "The construction of the University of Virginia, in which we have been some time engaged, having occasioned us to charge Mr Appleton of Leghorn with several successive commissions for articles we want, I have been indebted to him for the advantage of passing our remittances and letters thro' you. and I have found the passages you have been so good as to give them so safe and expeditious, that I am induced to repeat the liberty by asking your transmission of the inclosed; a liberty indeed which must be from time to time renewed, as we shall have repeated remittances and communications to make him for a year or two to come, postages Etc. will of course find their place in the accts. of remittances. I must therefore ask your indulgence for the present trouble, adding assurances of my thankfulness as well as of my great esteem and respect." Signed, " Th: Jefferson."  The University of Virginia stands on land purchased in 1788 by Revolutionary War veteran and the fifth president of the United States, James Monroe. The farmland just outside Charlottesville was purchased from Monroe by the Board of Visitors of what was then Central College in 1817, while Monroe was beginning the first of his own two terms in the White House. Guided by Jefferson, the school would lay its first building's cornerstone later in 1817 and the Commonwealth of Virginia would charter the new university on January 25, 1819, officially changing its name from "Central College" to the University of Virginia. Jefferson was intimately involved in the University, hosting Sunday dinners at his Monticello home for faculty and students, until his death. So taken with the import of what he viewed the University's foundations and potential to be and counting it amongst his greatest accomplishments, Jefferson eschewed mention of his political posts and instead insisted his grave mention only his status as author of the Declaration of Independence, author of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, and father of the University of Virginia. The letter has been attractively matted and framed with integral address leaf and portrait to the overall size of 24.25" x 15.25". Not examined outside of the frame. From the Joel Levin Collection. Condition: Light scattered soiling. Gently toned. Repair to closed tear along address leaf which touches just one letter of text. Two minor areas of sticker residue to glass. HID01801242017

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  • Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed in the Text While Secretary of State.
    Feb. 22, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed in the Text While Secretary of State.

    Est: $4,800 - $7,200

    Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed in the Text While Secretary of State.  One page of a bifolium, 7.625" x 4.5" (folded – sight), no place; March 20, 1793. Letter addressed to Captain [Nathaniel] Cutting in which Jefferson extends his compliments and writes that President Washington " counts on [Cutting] in the matter spoken of," a reference to Cutting's recent appointment as David Humphrey's secretary for an upcoming mission to Algiers. With integral address leaf. Docketed. It reads, in full: " Th: Jefferson presents his compliments to Capt. Cutting, and informs him that the President counts on him in the matter spoken of. The article of money shall be arranged. / Mar. 20. 1793." David Humphrey, who was engaged as the U.S. Minister to Portugal at this time, had been tasked with negotiating the ransom of American captives with the Dey of Algiers. In a letter written by Jefferson the following day, he informs Humphrey of the mission and Capt. Cutting's appointment, writing: "Mr: Cutting is allowed one hundred Dollars a month, and his expenses, which as soon as he joins you, will of course be consolidated with yours. We have made choice of him as particularly qualified to aid under your direction in the matters of account, with which he is well acquainted." The men arrived in September 1793, but the mission failed when the Dey denied them passports. The American prisoners remained in captivity until October 1796. The letter has been attractively matted and framed with a portrait of Jefferson to the overall size of 31" x 21". Not examined outside of the frame. Reference: "From Thomas Jefferson to Nathaniel Cutting, 20 March 1793;" "From Thomas Jefferson to David Humphreys, 21 March 1793," Founders Online, National Archives. Condition: Evidence of expert repair to folds. Small area of paper loss to corner of address leaf presumably caused by seal removal upon opening. Light scattered soiling. HID01801242017

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  • Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Scallop Top Ship's Passport Signed. One part
    Feb. 22, 2023

    Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Scallop Top Ship's Passport Signed. One part

    Est: $4,800 - $7,200

    Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Scallop Top Ship's Passport Signed.  One partially printed page of vellum, 10" x 15" (sight), Port of New York; February 19, 1805. Mediterranean ship's passport, numbered 53, issued to the " Ship West Point of New York," captained by Judah Paddock and crewed with fifteen men. It authorized the ship, which had " the burthen of Three Hundred sixteen &79/95 tons or thereabouts... to pass with her Company, Passengers, Goods, and Merchandize, without any hinderance, seizure of molestation..." Signed by Jefferson as president, " Th: Jefferson". Countersigned by James Madison as secretary of state. With maritime vignettes and a blind-embossed paper seal affixed at the lower-left corner. The passport has been handsomely matted and framed to the overall size of 15" x 20". A typed transcription of an August 27, 1796 circular by Secretary of State T[homas] Pickering to the collector of the port of New York is affixed on the verso of the frame. Not examined outside of the frame. Condition: Light wrinkling and curling. Fold crosses one letter of Madison's signature. Small dampstain at bottom right margin. Text is a bit light, but clearly legible. Provenance: Doyle Auctions, November 7, 2006, lot 3010. HID01801242017

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