Lot #117

William H. Taft

Description

Upon returning a sample of Lincoln’s handwriting, President Taft cordially completes a collector’s presidential autograph collection

ALS as president signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 5 x 8, White House letterhead, January 9, 1913. Letter to a gentleman in Indiana. In full: “I am in receipt of your favor of January 7th last enclosing some handwriting of Abraham Lincoln. I return these interesting memoranda. I am glad by this letter to complete your collection.” In fine condition, with uniform toning from previous display, and a small rusty paperclip mark to top edge. Even almost 100 years ago, a complete presidential collection was certainly one of the pinnacles of autograph collecting, with Taft apparently finishing out the recipient’s collection at the time. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.

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• Dates: #384 - Ended March 22, 2012

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