Full hand-addressed free frank, measuring 9.75 x 8.25 unfolded, with panel measuring 5.25 x 3.5, addressed by Jefferson to “Colo. Ephraim Kirby, Connecticut” (with the town of “Litchfield” added in another hand), and franked in the upper left, “Free Th: Jefferson, Pr. U.S.” Lower portion is docketed by the recipient and dated July 15, 1803, and the panel also bears a light Washington and ‘Free’ stamp. In very good to fine condition, with two vertical folds to panel, some paper loss to far edge from wax seal, and scattered light toning and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.
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