Title:
William Howard Taft Autograph - 27th President of the United States and 10th Chief Justice - PSA/DNA Authentic 

Description:
A desirable autograph of William Howard Taft (1857-1930), the 27th President of the United States and later Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, boldly signed "Wm H Taft" in dark ink on a rectangular cream-colored paper slip. The signature is large and prominently positioned across the center of the piece, providing an attractive example of Taft's distinctive hand.

The paper displays uniform age toning with minor expected handling wear. The verso is blank. Overall, the autograph remains exceptionally clear and well preserved. Exact dimensions of the autograph slip are not provided.

Historical Context:
William Howard Taft occupies a unique place in American history as the only person to have served both as President of the United States and Chief Justice of the United States. Taft served as the nation's 27th President from 1909 to 1913, succeeding Theodore Roosevelt. His administration pursued antitrust enforcement, tariff reform, and an expanded American role in international economic affairs.

After leaving the presidency, Taft remained deeply involved in public and academic life, including serving as a professor at Yale Law School. In 1921, President Warren G. Harding appointed him Chief Justice of the United States, fulfilling Taft's longstanding ambition to serve on the Supreme Court. He held the position until shortly before his death in 1930. His extraordinary service at the head of both the executive and judicial branches remains unmatched in American history.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
The autograph has been professionally authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA. The PSA label identifies the piece as "CUT WILLIAM TAFT PSA/DNA CERTIFIED" and bears certification number 85855950. The autograph is housed in PSA's protective tamper-evident holder, providing independent authentication and long-term preservation.

• 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:
An attractive, boldly signed example from a figure who achieved a distinction held by no other American, this PSA/DNA-certified William Howard Taft autograph is particularly well suited for collections devoted to U.S. Presidents, the Supreme Court, or American political and legal history.

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.