3RD THURSDAY DISCOVERY AUCTION
Thu, Jan 2, 2025 12:00PM EST - Thu, Jan 16, 2025 12:00PM EST
Timed Auction
Lot 81
George Washington “Father I Cannot Tell A Lie†Book Plate
Estimate: $50 - $100
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $50 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $1,000 | $50 |
| $3,000 | $100 |
A framed book plate depicting a young George Washington after cutting down his father’s cherry tree. At the bottom it is captioned, “Father I cannot tell a lie / I did it with my little hatchet.â€Dimensions: (Frame) 8H x 6W inches, (Book Plate) 6H x 4W inchesProcessing and shipping within the Continental US $30.00 plus a 1.5% replacement cost insurance fee. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.
Good. The bottom left corner of the book plate is torn away from the rest, but accounted for and framed. There is also wear across the frame. Please see photos.
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