ABRAHAM LINCOLN * BAS * Autograph Custom Card CDV Penny Portrait Signed Beckett

Legendary 15th President of the United States, ABRAHAM LINCOLN cut signature autograph previously removed from a document signed AS PRESIDENT. Lincoln's autograph has been mounted to a custom card featuring Lincoln in the "penny portrait" pose. A fantastic combination of Lincoln's full signature with his best-know portrait. Slightly below Lincoln's signature is the partial vignette of the American flag. 

Just a few days prior to his 55th birthday in February, 1864 Lincoln visited Anthony Berger at the Matthew Brady studio in Washington, DC. The session resulted in some of the most recognizable photographs ever taken of Lincoln including this renowned profile portrait. Commissioned by the Roosevelt administration, sculptor Victor Brenner created a bas relief plaque of the image which was then used on medals and the then-new penny where it has remained ever since.

The Lincoln autograph was thoroughly reviewed and CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY (BAS) BECKETT AUTHENTICATION SERVICES expert examination and encapsulated using Beckett's proprietary technology – your assurance of absolute authenticity. UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE.

Lincoln's authentic autograph is one of the most elusive and highly-prized signatures in American autograph collecting, considered one of the "blue chip" investments of the hobby. His autograph has only continued to climb in value over the past decade. Don't miss this opportunity to add this investment-grade autograph to your collection.  

Condition is as shown. Some areas of staining, light wrinkles and toning. Note: the Lincoln CDV portrait is a modern reproduction and not original. Custom autograph card measures app. 4" x 6" inside appx. 6" x 9" encapsulate. Some lightening to the "ln" in Lincoln's last name. as shown.

Own a remarkable, original piece of American history! The perfect gift for the Lincoln collector, Presidential aficionado, autograph enthusiast, or Civil War buff.

Sold as is, as shown.