Hartranft / Dec 6 / 84 The autograph is rendered in dark brown ink on a sepia-toned card with excellent legibility and balance. Hartranft's signature is elegant and deliberate, showing clarity and precision. The piece is authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, and it has received a MINT 9 autograph grade, reflecting its near-flawless condition and eye appeal. Authentication & Encapsulation: This signature has been certified and slabbed by PSA/DNA, the gold standard in autograph authentication.
The label reads: CUT - JOHN F. HARTRANFT - PSA/DNA CERTIFIED - AUTO GRADE MINT 9 and carries the certification number 85481279. Closing Appeal: This clean, dated signature from Civil War general and Pennsylvania governor John F. Hartranft offers collectors a direct link to the postwar legacy of a key Union figure. With its strong historical connections and high PSA/DNA grade, this piece is a significant acquisition for collections focusing on Civil War leadership, state governors, or the aftermath of Lincoln's assassination.