Reverdy Johnson- Historical Signature (Represented Abe Lincoln Assassination...) For Sale

Historical3.5X2.25 card signed in old iron gall ink by Reverdy Johnson. In very good condition.
(1796-1876) Reverdy Johnson was a statesman and jurist from Maryland. He gained fame as a defense attorney, defending notables such as Sandford of the Dred Scott case, Maj. Gen. Fitz John Porter at his court-martial, and Mary Surratt, alleged conspirator in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. A former Whig, he was a strong supporter of the Union war effort. At first, he opposed wartime efforts to abolish slavery until 1864, and in 1865 supported the 13th Amendment banning slavery.
Comes with a full Letter of Authenticity from Todd Mueller Authentics if the lot sells for $10 and over.