Full hand-addressed free frank, measuring 9.75 x 7.75 unfolded, with panel measuring 5 x 3, addressed in Buchanan’s hand to “Col: John J. McCahen, Philadelphia,” and franked in the upper right “Free, James Buchanan.” Panel also bears a “Free” stamp in the upper right and date stamp, “Sep. 19,” to the left side. Docketing to lower panel dates it to 1842. In very good condition, with three vertical folds, two affecting the signature, light scattered toning and soiling, some light paper loss to edges of the upper and lower panels, a pencil notation to the lower panel, and some stray red ink to folds at the top of the upper panel. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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