President Herbert Hoover Signed Letter as Sec. Of Commerce PSA 8 Auto

Title:
Herbert Hoover TLS as Secretary of Commerce – June 21, 1928 – PSA/DNA Certified NM-MT 8 | Slabbed Typed Letter Signed

Description:
Typed on official Secretary of Commerce letterhead and dated June 21, 1928, this authentic Typed Letter Signed (TLS) is addressed to Mr. William Flohr of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In the letter, then-Secretary Herbert Hoover expresses appreciation for a congratulatory message:

“Many thanks for your letter of congratulation.
I greatly appreciate the fine note of friendship it conveys.

Yours faithfully,
Herbert Hoover”

Hoover’s full signature appears in ink at the bottom right, crisp and dark against the lightly toned paper. This historic document has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA and graded NM-MT 8. The PSA label and certification number 85416234 are clearly visible within the protective slab. The letter remains well-preserved, showing minor expected age toning and original mailing folds.

Historical Context:
In June 1928, Herbert Hoover had just secured the Republican nomination for President following a landslide victory at the party's national convention. At the time this letter was written, he was still serving as Secretary of Commerce under President Calvin Coolidge, a position he had held since 1921. Just five months after this letter, Hoover would win the presidency in a sweeping election. This piece reflects a pivotal transition in Hoover’s career—from technocratic cabinet official to President of the United States. Letters from this brief interim period are relatively scarce and historically rich.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
This item has been authenticated, graded, and encapsulated by PSA/DNA.

• Grade: NM-MT 8

• Certification Number: 85416234

• Label Reads: “LETTER / HERBERT HOOVER / PSA/DNA CERTIFIED / AUTO GRADE”

• Encapsulation Type: PSA/DNA oversized holder

• 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 letter from Herbert Hoover, penned just months before his election to the presidency, offers a rare and personal window into a key moment in American political history. Neatly signed and PSA slabbed with a strong grade, this artifact is a valuable acquisition for collectors of presidential memorabilia, early 20th-century politics, or Hoover-related ephemera. Its clear historical placement and excellent preservation make it a standout item in any high-quality collection.

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.