Hand-addressed and free-franked mailing envelope circa 1852–1853, 4.75 x 2.75, addressed in Fillmore’s hand to “Hon. Henry S. Randall, Secy of State, Albny, N. Y.,” and franked in the upper right, “M. Fillmore.” The envelope bears a December 8, Buffalo, “Free” postal cancellation stamp on the left side. A mild block of toning, otherwise fine condition. Randall served as New York’s secretary of state from 1852 to 1853, and in 1858 published what is considered the most complete and authoritative biography ever written on Thomas Jefferson. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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