U.S. Grant Franked Cover Addressed to a Political Supporter and Benefactor
Ulysses Grant
Washington, DC, December 9, no year
U.S. Grant Franked Cover Addressed to a Political Supporter and Benefactor
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Ulysses S. Grant franking signature on a cover addressed in his hand. Imprinted Department of the Interior envelope, 5.75" x 3.25"; postmarked, "Washington, D.C."; December 9, no year. Signed, "U.S. Grant", with "Secretary" crossed out. Addressed to "Oliver Hoyt, Esq." in New York City in Grant's hand. Archivally encapsulated in Mylar; matted and framed with a gilt-edged porcelain "Oval Office Collection" portrait by Christian Bell Porcelain to an overall size of 11.5" x 14.5". With letter of authenticity issued by PSA. Envelope has age toning, with bold ink. Light scratches to surface of wooden frame.
Presumed to be as President given the use of a Department of Interior printed envelope; however, we could not identify the letter it transmitted. Oliver Hoyt (1823-1887) was a prominent American businessman, politician, and philanthropist who maintained a notable connection to Grant during the post-Civil War era. A successful leather merchant in New York City with his brother William, Hoyt was active in Republican politics. He served as a presidential elector and cast his vote for Grant's re-election in 1872.
Following Grant's presidency, Hoyt was instrumental in securing the former president's financial future. He was a trustee of a $250,000 fund raised by private subscription in 1881, established to provide an income for Grant and his family.
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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Ulysses Grant
Washington, DC, December 9, no year
U.S. Grant Franked Cover Addressed to a Political Supporter and Benefactor
Free Frank
Ulysses S. Grant franking signature on a cover addressed in his hand. Imprinted Department of the Interior envelope, 5.75" x 3.25"; postmarked, "Washington, D.C."; December 9, no year. Signed, "U.S. Grant", with "Secretary" crossed out. Addressed to "Oliver Hoyt, Esq." in New York City in Grant's hand. Archivally encapsulated in Mylar; matted and framed with a gilt-edged porcelain "Oval Office Collection" portrait by Christian Bell Porcelain to an overall size of 11.5" x 14.5". With letter of authenticity issued by PSA. Envelope has age toning, with bold ink. Light scratches to surface of wooden frame.
Presumed to be as President given the use of a Department of Interior printed envelope; however, we could not identify the letter it transmitted. Oliver Hoyt (1823-1887) was a prominent American businessman, politician, and philanthropist who maintained a notable connection to Grant during the post-Civil War era. A successful leather merchant in New York City with his brother William, Hoyt was active in Republican politics. He served as a presidential elector and cast his vote for Grant's re-election in 1872.
Following Grant's presidency, Hoyt was instrumental in securing the former president's financial future. He was a trustee of a $250,000 fund raised by private subscription in 1881, established to provide an income for Grant and his family.
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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