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Civil War Pay Voucher

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:100.00 - 200.00 USD
Civil War Pay Voucher
A U.S. Army Pay Voucher issued to Oscar Von Herrigen, 1st. Lieutenant Co. E of NY, dated 23 April 1861. Lists payment for clothing and subsistence for both the payee and a "private servant" named William Freeman (? last name unclear), described as "Colored." Under remarks column: "Captured July 21 1861." 10 1/4" x 15 7/8"; 15" x 22" (framed).  Condition: Some staining, small tears, old taped repair; later pencil notations on front.