Title:
Benjamin Harrison Signed 1877 Bank Check – PSA/DNA NM-MT 8

Description:
Offered is an original handwritten bank check dated May 31, 1877, drawn on the account of Fletcher & Sharpe’s Bank in Indianapolis and boldly signed by Benjamin Harrison, the 23rd President of the United States. The check is made our for the amount of $19.00 in currency. Executed in dark ink, Harrison's full signature—“Benj Harrison”—appears prominently at the lower right. The check features an intricate orange revenue imprint at center and typical bank cancellation marks. The piece is encapsulated in a tamper-evident PSA/DNA slab and has received a Near Mint-Mint 8 (NM-MT 8) grade for the autograph. The check measures approximately 7.75" x 3" and presents well with light wear consistent with its age.

Historical Context:
At the time of this check's issuance in 1877, Benjamin Harrison was an esteemed attorney in Indianapolis and a former Union Army officer who had served as a brevet brigadier general in the Civil War. Though over a decade away from becoming president (1889–1893), Harrison was deeply involved in Indiana Republican politics and was soon to be elected to the U.S. Senate in 1881. His presidency would later be marked by economic legislation such as the McKinley Tariff and the Sherman Antitrust Act. This check captures a key transitional period in his rise to national prominence.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
This historical check has been authenticated and professionally encapsulated by PSA/DNA, one of the most trusted third-party authentication services.

• Certification Number: 85245746

• Encapsulation: PSA/DNA tamper-proof holder

• Autograph Grade: NM-MT 8

• Label Details: "Check – Benjamin Harrison – PSA/DNA Certified – Auto Grade NM-MT 8"

• 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 signed bank check from Benjamin Harrison offers collectors a rare glimpse into the personal financial affairs of a future U.S. president during his early legal and political career. With a highly graded, authentic signature, beautiful presentation, and strong historical roots, this artifact is an exceptional acquisition for any collector of presidential autographs 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.