Title:
Millard Fillmore Free Frank Address Panel – PSA/DNA Certified Authentic (#85878262)

Description:
Original Free Frank address panel bearing the handwritten signature "M. Fillmore" in rich brown ink, authorizing the letter to travel through the United States mail without postage under the congressional franking privilege. The cover is addressed to "Frank Taylor, Esq., Washington City," written in Fillmore's characteristic nineteenth-century hand.

The reverse retains its original folded construction and an intact red wax seal, preserving the piece much as it would have appeared when originally mailed. The address panel exhibits expected mailing folds, light age toning, and minor handling wear consistent with an authentic mid-nineteenth-century postal artifact. Fillmore's signature remains bold, clean, and highly legible, making it an attractive display example.

The free frank has been professionally authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA in a tamper-evident archival holder for long-term preservation and display.

Historical Context:
Millard Fillmore (1800–1874), the 13th President of the United States, served from 1850 to 1853 after the death of President Zachary Taylor. Before assuming the presidency, Fillmore represented New York in the U.S. House of Representatives, where he established himself as a respected legislator before later serving as Vice President.

Free franks signed by Fillmore are especially desirable because they reflect the official postal privileges granted to members of Congress and certain federal officeholders, allowing official correspondence to be sent without postage. Such artifacts provide a direct connection to the daily workings of the federal government during a pivotal era in American history. The address to Frank Taylor, Esq., Washington City, further enhances the historical character of the piece, as Washington City was the official designation for the nation's capital throughout much of the nineteenth century.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
Authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA as Authentic.

• PSA/DNA Certification Number: 85878262
• Label Description: Free Frank – Millard Fillmore – Authentic
• Signature authenticated by PSA/DNA and permanently housed in a tamper-evident archival holder for protection and display.
• 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:
Millard Fillmore free franks are increasingly sought after by collectors of presidential autographs and nineteenth-century postal history. This PSA/DNA-authenticated example, featuring a crisp signature, an intact wax seal, and an address to Washington City, represents a fine surviving artifact from one of America's antebellum presidents and an excellent addition to any advanced presidential or historical manuscript 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.