Abraham Lincoln Signed & Framed 15.75x19.75 1864 Military Appointment BAS LOA

Autographed and signed presidential memorabilia from the Civil War era: an original 1864 U.S. military appointment hand-signed by Abraham Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton, professionally framed and authenticated by Beckett (BAS). As the 16th U.S. President, Lincoln led the Union to victory and issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863. In March 1864 he was reorganizing Union leadership ahead of Grant’s rise—context that underscores the weight of this wartime commission.

Collector's Highlights:

• Profession – President: Abraham Lincoln
• Item: Original partially printed military appointment, Washington, D.C., March 5, 1864; appoints William H. Parkhurst as Commissary of Subsistence of Volunteers with the rank of Captain (to rank from March 2, 1864); 1 page, 15.75" x 19.75", countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton with docketing at upper left by Adjutant General William A. Nichols; four-hole punches along left margin not affecting text; expected folds and uneven toning; condition very good to near fine with a clean, bold Lincoln signature; professionally framed to approximately 38.5" x 41".
• Authentication: Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) LOA/COA with matching hologram; verification available on Beckett’s website.

This Civil War–date presidential document offers high-end collector appeal, combining a full-text appointment with a strong Lincoln signature and Stanton’s countersignature. Backed by BAS, a leading third-party authenticator, the piece comes verified for lifetime confidence and long-term collectability tied to Lincoln’s enduring legacy.