Hand-addressed and free franked panel, measuring 7.5 x 8 unfolded, with actual panel measuring 5.25 x 3.25, addressed in Madison’s hand to “Mr. Everett of Massachusetts, Congress, Washington,” and franked in the upper right, “Free James Madison.” Panel bears a postmark written in another hand, “Orange April 10.” A majority of Madison’s personal red wax seal is present along the bottom edge, and also bears an April 8, 1830, docketing notation. Two vertical folds to panel, one through a single letter of signature, a few pencil and ink notations, paper loss to top edge, and some mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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