Full hand-addressed free frank, measuring 9.75 x 8 unfolded, with panel measuring 4.75 x 3.25, addressed by Van Buren to “Mr. B. F. Butler, New York,” and franked in the upper right, “Free, M. Van Buren.” Light scattered soiling to address panel, and some show-through from ink transfer to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Butler was Van Buren’s law partner and went on to serve as his attorney general—a position he had also held in the cabinet of Andrew Jackson. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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