Lot
640 
[Executive - President] Martin Van Buren, 1782-1862, 8th President 1837-41, bold "M. Van Buren" free frank on 1840 folded letter to George Parker in New York City, greenish "Washington City D.C. Aug 12" cds and matching "Free" rating handstamp, Very Fine, sent as President. Estimate $300 - 400.
Although this cover was franked by Martin Van Buren, the letter was written and signed by John T. Van Buren, the President's son and sometimes secretary, who says: "I am requested by my father to thank you, in his name, for the copies of your engraving which you were so kind as to send to him. The likeness & the engraving are both pronounced to be admirable by all who are best qualified to give a correct opinion.".
Realized: $325