Full hand-addressed free frank, measuring 9.75 x 7.75 unfolded, with panel measuring 5 x 3, addressed in another hand to “H. H. Carroll Esq., Concord, N.H.,” and franked in the upper right “Free, Fr. Pierce.” Panel also bears a light stamp in the upper right and date stamp, “Mar. 1,” to the left side. Docketing to reverse panel dates it to 1842. In very good to fine condition, with a central vertical fold affecting the beginning of the franking, light scattered toning and soiling, and significant paper loss and a tear to upper and lower panels of the full frank. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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