Franklin Pierce Signature and Salutation to His Landlord

Franklin Pierce
n.p., n.d.

Franklin Pierce Signature and Salutation to His Landlord
Signature

Franklin Pierce (1804-1869). A striking clipped signature and inscription from 14th U.S. president Franklin Pierce. Signed as, "Yr friend / Frank Pierce" at the center. The signature was clipped likely from a larger letter; on the top center a few words in Pierce's hand can be seen. N.d., n.p. Expected wear includes gentle toning, handling marks, and scattered mounting traces on right verso. Small traces of ink erosion at lower left recto, else near fine. 6.5" x 2.75".

In full:

"It always affords us pleasure to hear from you -

Yr friend / Frank Pierce

Mr. Willard Williams
Concord, N.H."

Willard Williams was Pierce's landlord.

Franklin Pierce (1804-1869) was the 14th president of the United States (1853 to 1857). Without prior military service, Pierce fought in the Mexican American War (1846-1848) and became a Brigadier General.

This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.

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