Title: Schuyler Colfax Signed Cut – Dated May 27, 1885 – PSA/DNA Certified Authentic Autograph

Description:
Offered here is a finely preserved cut autograph of Schuyler Colfax, boldly signed in flowing black ink. The inscription reads:
"Respy Yours / Schuyler Colfax / Wash. City, May 27, 1885".
Penned on a cream-toned card, the signature is clear, elegant, and well-centered. The ink remains bold with only minimal age toning visible on the paper. This historical piece is authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, and certified as Authentic Auto.

Historical Context:
Schuyler Colfax (1823–1885) served as the 17th Vice President of the United States under Ulysses S. Grant (1869–1873) and was a key figure during Reconstruction. Before his vice presidency, Colfax was Speaker of the House during the closing years of the Civil War and was a staunch supporter of anti-slavery and civil rights legislation. A prominent member of the Republican Party and a Radical Republican, Colfax helped guide postwar legislation and national healing. This signature is dated just months before his death in January 1885, marking it as one of his final autographs—written while still residing in Washington, D.C., a city where he had spent much of his political career.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
This item is encapsulated and certified by PSA/DNA, ensuring its authenticity and preservation. The PSA label reads:
"CUT – SCHUYLER COLFAX – PSA/DNA CERTIFIED – AUTHENTIC AUTO" and bears the certification number 85481295.

Closing Appeal:
This signed cut from one of America’s most prominent Reconstruction-era leaders offers collectors a rare opportunity to acquire a historically significant and final-year autograph. Ideal for enthusiasts of presidential history, 19th-century politics, or Reconstruction America, this authenticated piece brings direct connection to the leadership and legacy of post-Civil War governance.