Full free frank, measuring 9.5 x 8 unfolded, with panel measuring 5 x 3.25, addressed in Jefferson’s hand to “David Gelston esq., New York,” and franked in the upper left, “free Th: Jefferson,” with an August 29, Charlestown postmark next to signature, and “Free” in the upper right in an unknown hand. Lower edge bears a docketing notation of August 27, 1820. Two vertical folds to panel, one through a single letter of Jefferson’s “free,” postmark lightly affecting signature, scattered mild toning, a couple small fold separations, and paper loss to lower edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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