Lot 290
1791 (Aug.) (c.) Alexandria Va. to Philadelphia Pa., folded cover bearing "President U.S" free frank endorsement of George Washington, addressed entirely in his hand, manuscript "Alex Augt" postmark and matching "Free"; rather heavily cleaned and restored, Very Fine appearance.
Estimate 3,000 - 4,000
During his tenure as President, George Washington used only his title for franking, never his name. He is the only President to do so.
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