Title:
Ulysses S. Grant Signed Cut from 1874 Presidential Document – PSA/DNA Certified Authentic Auto (Encapsulated #85641665)

Description:
Offered here is an elegant cut signature of President Ulysses S. Grant, taken from an official presidential document dated December 21, 1874. Grant’s full name appears in his trademark bold, sweeping style on a segment of vellum or heavy stock paper, part of a formal government-issued text—likely a land grant or military commission, as was customary during his presidency.

The visible text reads:

“…City of Washington, the 21st day of December, one thousand eight hundred and seventy-four and of the United States of America the ninety-ninth…”

U.S. Grant

The signature remains strong and sharply inked with excellent contrast. The paper is lightly toned with a vertical fold visible to the left, consistent with age and original document handling. The reverse is clean and blank. The cut has been professionally authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA.

Historical Context:
Ulysses S. Grant (1822–1885) served as the 18th President of the United States from 1869 to 1877, following his legendary role as Commanding General of the Union Army during the Civil War. By December 1874, Grant was in his second presidential term, working through Reconstruction and facing growing political challenges, including economic instability following the Panic of 1873.

Documents bearing Grant’s signature from this era often related to military appointments, federal land transactions, or civil service matters. His signature—distinctive for its commanding script—is one of the most recognized among 19th-century presidents and remains a highly prized item among collectors of Civil War and presidential material.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
Certified authentic by PSA/DNA with tamper-evident encapsulation

• Certification Number: 85641665

• Label reads: "CUT / ULYSSES S. GRANT / PSA/DNA CERTIFIED / AUTHENTIC AUTO"

• Encapsulated in a PSA archival holder for long-term preservation 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 signature of President Ulysses S. Grant, clipped from an 1874 executive document, offers a powerful historical artifact from a pivotal American leader. Beautifully preserved and PSA-certified, it provides collectors with a direct link to a key figure in both military and presidential history. Whether as part of a Civil War, Reconstruction, or presidential autograph collection, this item represents lasting historical and investment-grade 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.

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