Description: 22nd and 24th President of the United States, GROVER CLEVELAND 3-page handwritten autograph letter signed AS PRESIDENT, with original mailing envelope also in Cleveland's hand, marked "Personal". Written May 2nd and postmarked May 4, 1894 during Cleveland's second term as POTUS. Writing to Professor James M. Pierce of Harvard University, Cleveland shares that the post of Secretary of Legation in St. Petersburgh is about to be vacated, and inquires if Prince's brother Herbert might be interested that the role which "furnishes a delightful way to a diplomatic career". The role pays $2625 per annum and Cleveland "take[s] it for granted he can speak French. This is perhaps absolutely essential..." Cleveland writes to Pierce for Herbert because "I don't know his address..." A fantastic handwritten letter from Cleveland giving a friend a heads up on a path to a possible diplomatic career. CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY PSA/DNA EXPERT EXAMINATION. UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE. The Cleveland Executive Mansion card is encapsulated inside PSA/DNA's proprietary sonically-sealed, tamper-evident holder. Bid with confidence. Please view our exceptional feedback and ratings, and our additional autograph auctions. Letter measures appx. 5" x 7" overall, and envelope 3.5" x 4.5 Condition as shown. Overall toning with soiling from use and handling. Single mailing fold to letter. Some smearing to ink on the envelope, likely the day it was written. Own a remarkable, museum-quality piece of American history! The perfect gift for the Presidential collector, autograph enthusiast, or history buff. Sold as is, as shown.
Price: 850 USD
Location: Wayne, New Jersey
End Time: 2024-08-17T19:40:34.000Z
Shipping Cost: 12 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Industry: Presidential
President: Grover Cleveland
Signed by: Grover Cleveland
Signed: Yes
Autograph Authentication: Professional Sports (PSA/DNA)
Original/Reproduction: Original