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Offered here is an original handwritten inscribed and signed holiday greeting card from Frances Folsom Cleveland Preston that’s almost 70 years Old, former First Lady of the United States and wife of President Grover Cleveland.
Unlike common cut signatures, this historical piece features a full handwritten inscription reading:
“with thanks for your kindness!”
Signed in period ink:
“Frances F. Cleveland Preston”
This framed Christmas greeting card features a vintage portrait and signature of Frances Folsom Cleveland (1864–1947), who served as First Lady of the United States from 1886 to 1889 and again from 1893 to 1897.First Lady Record: Frances Cleveland was the youngest First Lady in American history, marrying President Grover Cleveland at age 21.Nonconsecutive Terms: She is unique for holding the position of First Lady during two nonconsecutive terms.White House Wedding: She is the only First Lady to have been married inside the White House.Trendsetter: Known as the "Jackie Kennedy of the 19th century," she was a popular fashion trendsetter whose style was widely copied.
Frances Cleveland remains one of the most famous First Ladies in American history, becoming First Lady at just 21 years old and later marrying President Grover Cleveland in the White House — the only presidential wedding ever held there.
This authentic period greeting card carries exceptional historical charm with elegant handwriting, original folds, and strong display potential for presidential, Americana, and autograph collectors alike.
Features:
• Original period greeting card
• Handwritten inscription
• Signed “Frances F. Cleveland Preston”
• Historic First Lady autograph
• Excellent framing/display candidate
• Strong Beckett/JSA authentication candidate
• Rare complete signed sentiment piece rather than a simple cut autograph
A beautiful and highly collectible piece of American presidential history tied directly to one of the most recognizable First Ladies of the Gilded Age.
