Scarce full free frank, measuring 9.75 x 7 unfolded, with panel measuring 5 x 3, addressed in another hand to “John Sanderson Esqr, Philadelphia,” and franked below the addressee, “J. Adams.” Also bears postal notations along the top, “Quincy Ms Octr 6th, Free,” and docketing notations of Adams’s name to the margins. Intersecting folds passing through the signature, professionally repaired paper loss to upper panel, and a few very subtle stains, otherwise fine condition. John Sanderson authored a book entitled Biography of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, which was published by R. W. Pomeroy of Philadelphia in nine volumes from 1823 to 1827. In his chapter on Adams, which is 49 pages long, Sanderson mentions corresponding with him, and describes receiving from Adams ‘a letter written in advanced age.’ A scarce and sought-after piece in its own right, enhanced by its association with the biographer of the men who signed the Declaration of Independence. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
$100.00
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
