LS written in another hand and signed by Lincoln, “A. Lincoln,” one page, 5.25 x 7.5, January 4, 1861. Letter to F. F. Rockwell complying with an autograph request. In full: “Herewith I send you my autograph which you request.” In fine condition, with a small edge separation to one mailing fold (repaired with tape to reverse) and show-through from tape repair and mounting remnants to reverse corners. Signing as president-elect, Lincoln was preparing to take office on March 4 and working on assembling his cabinet. On the date of this letter, he met with Salmon P. Chase in Springfield, who would go on to become the secretary of the Treasury. It was rumored that Chase was being considered for secretary of state, but at the time no offer for a cabinet position was made—it was not until later that Lincoln offered Chase the post as Treasury secretary, and Chase did not accept until after Lincoln’s inauguration as president. A beautifully penned signature from just before Lincoln took office. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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