Title:
Ronald Reagan Signed and Inscribed 8 x 10 Presidential Photograph - "To Bob Grant, With Thanks, Best Regards, Ronald Reagan" - JSA Letter of Authenticity

Description:
An outstanding 8 x 10-inch black-and-white presidential photograph of Ronald Reagan, boldly signed and personally inscribed in black fiber-tip marker: "To Bob Grant / With Thanks & / Best Regards / Ronald Reagan." The handsome image depicts Reagan seated at his desk, smiling toward the camera, with an American flag visible in the background. Reagan's lengthy inscription occupies the upper portion of the photograph and concludes with a large, flowing example of his signature. The photograph is identified on the accompanying authentication paperwork as a period photograph manufactured by Unmarked and measuring 8 x 10 inches. The combination of a full personal inscription, presidential portraiture, and strong signature makes this a particularly attractive Reagan display piece. Some evidence of prior mounting on verso, else fine.

Historical Context:
Ronald Reagan (1911-2004) served as the 40th President of the United States from 1981 to 1989, following earlier careers as a motion-picture actor, labor leader, spokesman, and two-term governor of California. His presidency coincided with a transformative period in modern American and world history, encompassing major changes in U.S. economic policy, an intensified final phase of the Cold War, and a consequential relationship with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev. Reagan survived an assassination attempt in 1981 and went on to win reelection in 1984 in one of the largest Electoral College victories in American history. By the end of his presidency, U.S.-Soviet relations had changed dramatically, highlighted by the 1987 Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty. Reagan left office in January 1989 and remains one of the most recognizable American political figures of the late twentieth century.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
Accompanied by a full James Spence Authentication (JSA) Letter of Authenticity, certification number YY7077, dated November 25, 2014. The JSA letter specifically identifies the subject as Ronald Reagan, describes the item as a signed black-and-white photograph, and records the inscription as "To Bob Grant, With Thanks & Best Regards, Ronald Reagan." JSA states that the signature is consistent with known authentic examples in its reference database and concludes that the inscription was penned in the hand of Ronald Reagan. The accompanying full photographic Letter of Authenticity provides strong third-party authentication for both Reagan's signature and inscription.

• 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:
A particularly appealing Ronald Reagan signed presidential photograph, elevated by its lengthy personal inscription and full JSA Letter of Authenticity. Rather than a simple signature, Reagan has devoted a substantial portion of the photograph to his personal message of thanks and best regards before completing it with his recognizable autograph. Combining an iconic presidential image, excellent display qualities, and respected third-party authentication, this is a desirable example for collectors of Ronald Reagan, presidential autographs, Cold War history, and twentieth-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.