American Baptist Minister and author SAMUEL FRANCIS SMITH authentic fully handwritten and autographed manuscript to AMERICA ("My Country 'Tis of Thee") in stunning antique framed display. Smith is best known for having written the lyrics to the legendary American anthem.
 
 
Complete handwritten lyrics of the patriotic paean in Smith's gorgeous, flowing hand, signed and dated November 5, 1893. 
 
 
CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY SIGNATURIST-INK EXPERT EXAMINATION. Unconditionally GUARANTEED GENUINE to pass any reputable third-party authentication service (PSA/DNA, JSA, Beckett) - or your money back! 
 
Original 1890s ANTIQUE hand crafted wooden archivally framed display featuring inset crimson brushed suede mat, crisp bevel cut openings and museum-style descriptive brass plaque under 98% UV-blocking conservation-grade acrylic pane.
 
Some spotting, toning, foxing from original display, as shown.
 
A remarkable, investment-grade addition to a museum, the executive office, or for the Americana, autograph or history collector.
 
Sold as is, as shown.