FBI agent and archetypal ‘G-Man’ (1903–1960) responsible for the capture of John Dillinger, ‘Pretty Boy’ Floyd, ‘Baby Face’ Nelson, and other notorious gangsters. Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Purvis, "Melvin H. Purvis," payable to B. Altman & Co. for $3.77, February 10, 1943. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication and grading holder, evaluating the signature as "NM-MT 8." In fine condition.