Lot 1001
Washington, George (1732-1799), First President of the United states (1789-97), Free-franked cover front addressed in Washington's hand to "James McHenry, Secretary of War, Philadelphia", postmarked manuscript "Alex 29 May" with matching "Free"; the front with original flap and wax seal have been attached on four sides to old paper creating a full folded cover, repaired tear at top, Fine appearance.
Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
Since the letter was not endorsed by Washington, the franking privilege that applied would have been that of McHenry. A most unusual item as Washington could have sent the letter on his own frank.
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