Rare ink franking signature, "Z. Taylor,” in the upper right corner of a 5.5 x 3.25 mailing envelope. In fine condition, with light soiling. Accompanied by an original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait photo of Taylor in uniform.
Zachary Taylor never served in Congress, so, until he became President, he only had the franking privilege during his military career when he would always sign with his rank, e.g. ‘On Service, Z. Taylor Majr. 3rd Infy.’ Zachary Taylor served as the 12th President of the United States for only 17 months, from March 4, 1849, until his death on July 9, 1850. Although only he had the presidential franking privilege, he did allow members of his family to send mail under his frank, which was illegal. Ostensibly, he would sign an envelope in the franking position, as in the envelope here offered, and give it to family members.
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