1865 New York Herald Apr. 16 Lincoln Assassination Front Section Newspaper For Sale

Front-page section from the New York Herald dated Sunday, April 16, 1865, published the day after the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. This historic newspaper section features the well-known front-page coverage announcing Lincoln’s death, along with reports concerning John Wilkes Booth, official government dispatches, details surrounding the assassination, and coverage of the inauguration of Andrew Johnson as President of the United States.

Please note: This listing is for the front-page section only and is not the complete newspaper. I have not had this newspaper section professionally authenticated. Please examine all photographs carefully and make your own determination regarding its age, originality, completeness, and condition before purchasing.

Condition: Displays substantial age and handling wear, including edge tears, fold separations, paper loss, creasing, toning, staining, and brittleness consistent with an old newspaper. There are areas of loss and damage along the edges and folds, as shown in the photographs. Please review all images carefully, as they are part of the description and accurately represent the item being offered.

Please view pics to get a more accurate idea of item’s condition. Sold “AS IS”, no returns, so please view pictures and be certain before purchasing this item