This card honors Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865), the 16th President of the United States and one of the most revered figures in American history. Issued as part of the Pieces of the Past series, it features a printed portrait of Lincoln with an embedded handwriting relic fragment.

Series: Pieces of the Past – Authentic Relic

Subject: Abraham Lincoln

Feature: Handwriting fragment embedded into the card

Design: Classic framed portrait with gold-bordered relic window

Handwriting Analysis

The fragment displays mid-19th-century cursive handwriting consistent with period ink and paper. Key observations:

The script is bold, slightly angular, and upright, with large capital letters and looped “l” and “g” forms that are typical of Lincoln’s handwriting.

Lincoln’s authentic writing is known for its tall ascenders, wide spacing, and somewhat unpolished but deliberate strokes—traits reflected here.

The word fragment “Collis” (visible on the cut) could come from one of his many letters referencing people, towns, or legal notes.

The ink shows iron gall characteristics (brownish-black aging), which aligns with the Civil War era.

That said, authentication of Lincoln fragments is extremely strict—professional verification (PSA/DNA, Beckett, RR Auction experts) would be needed to confirm this is in Lincoln’s hand and not from a contemporary document.

⚖️ Bottom Line:

The handwriting fragment resembles Lincoln’s style—the bold upright hand, looping letters, and spacing are consistent. However, the small size of the sample makes authentication critical. If PSA/DNA or Beckett certifies it, this becomes a premium relic with serious collector demand.

✅ Optional Grading & Authentication:

Third-party grading and/or authentication services (e.g., PSA/DNA, JSA, Beckett) are available as an add-on. These services can confirm provenance and increase the card’s resale potential and buyer confidence.
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This card’s valuation reflects:

The powerful context and clarity of the visible words

The undeniable link to Lincoln’s executive role

The rarity of verified Lincoln manuscript fragments in collectible format