LS signed by Lincoln, “A. Lincoln,” one page, 5 x 2.75, June 19, 1860. Letter to J. Van Prag complying with an autograph request. In full: “I herewith send you my autograph which you desire.” Matted and framed with an image of Lincoln to an overall size of 12 x 15. Small tears and wear along the right edge, otherwise fine condition. Lincoln had received the presidential nomination just one month earlier at the Republican National Convention in Chicago on May 18, and was en route to electoral victory in November. A wonderfully bold signature from the year of his election to the presidency. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.
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