Franklin D. Roosevelt Signed Letter (1921) (Graded PSA/DNA 10)

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/2/2015

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Emmet, Marvin & Roosevelt letterhead, October 20, 1921. Letter written to a New York gentleman requesting a donation for the Boy Scouts. In part: “In spite of the unusual efforts and due to conditions of the times the Greater New York Council of the Boy Scouts of America, of which I am Chairman, is still short $125,000 in its imperative commitments, which must be raised at once. I hope…that you will help by sending me a subscription for whatever amount you can.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and two trivial pin holes to top right. The signature has been authenticated by PSA/DNA and graded GEM MINT 10, and is accompanied by a full LOA.