Title:
Wade Hampton III – PSA/DNA Certified Authentic Cut Signature – Dated July 25th, 1894

Description:
Bold cut signature of Wade Hampton III, signed “Wade Hampton” and dated “July 25th 1894” in his hand, in black ink on a cream-colored slip. The autograph is PSA/DNA certified and encapsulated in a tamper-evident, archival-quality slab. The signed slip remains clean and well-preserved, with only light toning consistent with age. Signature is crisp, highly legible, and well-centered on the card.

The PSA label reads:

• CUT

• WADE HAMPTON III

• AUTHENTIC AUTO

• PSA/DNA CERTIFIED

• Certification #: 84286195

The back of the slab features PSA’s barcode and holographic authentication elements. No additional text is present on the verso of the signed card.

Historical Context:
Wade Hampton III (1818–1902) was a prominent Confederate general during the American Civil War and later served as Governor of South Carolina (1876–1879) and U.S. Senator (1879–1891). Born into a wealthy Southern planter family, Hampton was one of the Confederacy’s highest-ranking cavalry commanders and became a symbol of Southern aristocracy and military valor.

After the war, Hampton entered politics during the turbulent Reconstruction era. He became a leader of the so-called "Redeemers"—Southern Democrats who sought to end Reconstruction policies and restore conservative white rule. His 1876 gubernatorial victory was controversial and marked by violence and voter intimidation, yet it signaled the return of Democratic control in South Carolina. Despite the contentious nature of his political life, Hampton remained a towering figure in Southern memory and Lost Cause ideology.

By 1894, the date on this signature, Hampton was retired from political life, though still a revered figure among Confederate veterans and Southern Democrats.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
Authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, the industry’s leading third-party autograph authentication service.

• Certification Number: 84286195

• Encased in a PSA slab with red-and-white certification label and tamper-proof seal for lifetime authenticity and protection.

• Additional Documentation & Provenance: At buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.

Closing Appeal:
This authentic, PSA/DNA-certified signature of Wade Hampton III offers collectors a direct link to one of the most complex figures of the Civil War and Reconstruction eras. With a dated inscription from the twilight of his life, this piece is not only a striking autograph but a poignant artifact of postbellum Southern memory. A valuable addition for collectors of Civil War history, Southern politics, or 19th-century Americana.

Shipping Notice:
For insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. This ensures both security and convenience for the buyer.