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Original 1903 Library of Congress Copyright Registration Certificate - \"The Magical Musicians\"
Up for sale is a remarkable piece of turn-of-the-century American history: an official, original Library of Congress Copyright Registration Certificate dated December 4, 1903.
This document certifies the copyright deposit for a \"Dramatic Composition\" titled \"The Magical Musicians,\" submitted by Gustave Leonard of New York, N.Y.
📜 Historical Significance:
- Herbert Putnam: Librarian of Congress (served 1899–1939), famously known for developing the Library of Congress Classification system and saving the Declaration of Independence and Constitution during WWII.
- Thorvald Solberg: The first ever United States Register of Copyrights, who served from 1897 to 1930.
🔍 Condition Details:
- Paper: Authentic antique paper with natural age-related toning, tanning, and mild foxing as pictured.
- Creases: Contains original horizontal fold lines from when it was mailed or archived over 120 years ago.
- Edges: Shows minor handling wear and light crinkling along the edges, but remains structurally sound and completely intact.
- Seal: Features the crisp, original embossed circular foil seal from the \"Copyright Office - Library of Congress - United States of America.\"
This is a beautiful piece for display, framing, or adding to a collection of early 20th-century ephemera, legal history, or theatrical memorabilia.
📦 Shipping & Handling:
Will be shipped completely flat between heavy layers of rigid cardboard to ensure it does not bend, crease, or suffer damage during transit. Tracking and insurance included.
Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to judge completeness and cosmetic condition. Sold exactly as pictured!
