President Grover Cleveland Handwritten Signed Letter PSA Auto

Title:
1889 Grover Cleveland Autograph Letter Signed on The Victoria Letterhead – PSA/DNA Certified & Encapsulated

Description:
Offered here is a beautifully preserved Autograph Letter Signed (ALS) by Grover Cleveland, the 22nd and 24th President of the United States, penned entirely in his hand and boldly signed "Grover Cleveland." The letter spans one full page, front and back, measuring approximately 4" x 6", and is dated May 15, 1889, from The Victoria, New York—a prestigious Manhattan hotel of the era.

Addressed to Roswell Smith, founder of The Century Magazine, Cleveland respectfully declines an invitation, writing in part:

"I should be glad to be present at this meeting, for I know it will be an occasion of great interest and one of edification and improvement to the participants. But I regret to say that my engagements are such that I am obliged to deny myself the pleasure..."

Written in elegant ink on personal hotel stationery, the letter remains in excellent condition with strong legibility, light expected folds, and has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, with certification number 85526570.

Historical Context:
At the time of writing, Grover Cleveland was in between his two non-consecutive terms as President—having served from 1885 to 1889 and preparing for his eventual return to the White House in 1893. During this period, Cleveland remained active in public life and maintained correspondence with prominent cultural, political, and publishing figures.

The recipient, Roswell Smith, was a leading figure in American literary and intellectual circles, and Cleveland’s courteous and thoughtful response reflects both his presidential stature and enduring engagement with the nation’s civic and cultural dialogue during his brief return to private life.

Authentication & Encapsulation:

• Authentication Service: PSA/DNA

• Certification Number: 85526570

• Type: Autograph Letter Signed (ALS), one page, front and back

• Encapsulation: Professionally sealed in a PSA/DNA tamper-evident slab, ensuring long-term preservation and presentation.

Closing Appeal:
This is a superbly written and signed Grover Cleveland letter, offering a rare personal glimpse into the life of the only U.S. president to serve two non-consecutive terms. With impeccable provenance, historical content, and PSA/DNA certification, this letter is a standout acquisition for collectors of presidential autographs, 19th-century American politics, or culturally significant handwritten correspondence.