Thomas Jefferson. Free frank "free Th. Jefferson Pr. US" as President on folded cover addressed in his hand to James Dinsmore at Monticello, red "Washington City, Dec. 29" circular datestamp and light matching "Free" handstamp at top right, expertly repaired and silked

VERY FINE APPEARANCE. A BEAUTIFUL EXAMPLE OF THOMAS JEFFERSON'S PRESIDENTAL FREE FRANK.

James Dinsmore (c. 1771-1830) was an Irish carpenter known for his elegant work done at Jefferson's home, Monticello. He later went on to work with James Madison on his Montpelier plantation and on several buildings for the University of Virginia.

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