President Benjamin Harrison Signed Check PSA 8 Auto - Paying off Interest!

Title:
Benjamin Harrison Signed Check – June 10, 1875 – PSA/DNA Certified, Graded NM-MT 8

Description:
Offered here is an exceptional 1875 check signed by Benjamin Harrison, 23rd President of the United States, drawn from Fletcher & Sharpe’s Bank in Indianapolis. The check is dated June 10, 1875, and made payable for $15.50 in currency. It is filled out in Harrison’s own hand and boldly signed “Benj. Harrison” at the lower right in deep brown ink.

This vintage banking document features a blue 2-cent revenue stamp affixed to the upper left corner—an authentic period detail that enhances its historic appeal. The check has been professionally slabbed and authenticated by PSA/DNA, receiving a Near Mint-Mint 8 (NM-MT 8) grade for the autograph.

Measuring approximately 7" in length, the check remains in remarkably fine condition for its age, with crisp handwriting, excellent signature clarity, and light expected toning from natural aging. The back is blank and clean, as shown in the reverse image of the encapsulated piece.

Historical Context:
Dated more than a decade before his presidency, this check was issued during Benjamin Harrison’s prominent legal and civic career in Indiana. At the time, Harrison was a successful attorney and rising figure in Republican politics. He had previously served in the Union Army during the Civil War, reaching the rank of Brigadier General, and would later be elected to the U.S. Senate in 1881 before winning the presidency in 1888.

Checks like this from Harrison’s pre-presidential years offer collectors a rare glimpse into his personal and financial life before ascending to the highest office in the land.

Authentication & Encapsulation:

• PSA/DNA Certified

• Grade: NM-MT 8 (Near Mint-Mint)

• Certification Number: 85245720

• Encapsulation: Securely slabbed in PSA’s tamper-evident holder, preserving both the artifact and its historical signature.

• 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 early Benjamin Harrison signed check is a superb artifact of American political history. With its bold signature, pre-presidential date, and high PSA grade, this piece is a standout for collectors of presidential autographs, 19th-century Americana, or historic financial documents. The presence of the original revenue stamp and crisp penmanship further enhance its collectible value.

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.