Lot 316
Madison, Dolley Payne (1768-1849) Wife of James Madison, the 4th President of the U.S.; she was one of the most popular First Ladies ever. Folded letter cover Free Franked, "Free D.P. Madison," and addressed in her hand to the poet Lydia Segourney: "Mrs. L. H. Sigourney / Hartford, Connecticut." With red "FREE" stamp and red circular postmark: "WASHINGTON CITY / FEB 25." Most of Mrs. Madison personal black sealing wax stamp is extant.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000.
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