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Summer Abstract and Fine Arts and Collectibles Auction

Lot 153:

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Presidential Signed Commissions

This auction ended on August 22, 2025.

Start price: $500

Estimated price: $1,000 - $2,000

Buyer's Premium: 20%

Sold for: $700

Description

Certificate of Graduation for Charles Theodore Vogelgesang from the US Naval Academy plus two signed Presidential Commissions, one by President Benjamin Harrison in 1892 commissioning Voglegsang an Ensign and one by President William McKinley promoting him to Lieutenant in 1899. Carl Theodore Vogelgesang (1869 –1927) was a United States Navy rear admiral and Navy Cross recipient. He was the first U.S. Navy flag officer from California. Dimensions:20″ x 16″


Condition report:

Good condition