Samuel Francis Smith Signed Signature

Purple ink signature of Samuel Francis Smith (1808-1895), American clergyman, poet, and author of the patriotic hymn "America," better known as "My Country, 'Tis of Thee." Smith wrote the lyrics in 1831, and the song became one of America's most familiar patriotic hymns, serving as an unofficial national anthem before the adoption of "The Star-Spangled Banner" in 1931. The signature has been clipped from a letter and measures approximately 4.25" x 1". On lightly lined paper, matted and framed with a period printing of the hymn's lyrics. Fine condition. Estimate $150 - $300

Estimate:$150

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