Full free frank, measuring 10 x 8 unfolded, with the address panel measuring 5.25 x 3., addressed in an unknown hand to “The Collector of the Customs, Yorktown, Va.,” and franked in the upper right, “Jas Monroe,” with a “Free” stamp below signature. Partial separations along fragile folds, scattered toning and foxing, and paper loss to top and bottom from red wax seal, otherwise very good condition. Free frank is inserted into a sleeve on the inside front cover of Message from the President of the United States, Transmitting in Pursuance of a Resolution of the House of Representatives, of the 30th Jan. last, Communications from the Agents of the United States with the Governments South of the U. States which Have Declared Their Independence, March 8, 1822, rebound in brown leather with gold lettering. Book shows heavy foxing and aging throughout. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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