Lot 3
Adams. John. Autograph free frank signed as Vice President and President-elect. Addressed to Mr. James Drake in Brunswick, New Jersey, the address leaf is stamped "FREE" and also has a manuscript "Free" in Adams' hand. It is postmarked "23 FE" and the docket has the date "1797". On March 4, 1797, nine days after signing this free frank, Adams would be sworn in as the second President of the United States. The address leaf is soiled and has numerous marks from old tape repairs; a blank 2" strip at right is separated, not affecting the signature or any of the script. In spite of its flaws, this is a John Adams free frank and has some value, albeit nothing like it would have if it were in better condition.
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
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| Realized $719 |
