Details:

Hugo L. Black autographed First Day Cover, signed in blue ink on an Independence Hall First Day Cover postmarked July 4, 1955. Accompanied by two vintage black-and-white press photographs depicting Justice Black at different stages of his career.

Fine condition with light expected handling and mailing wear to the cover. The accompanying photographs exhibit light expected age and handling wear.

Hugo Lafayette Black (1886-1971) served as an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1937 to 1971 following his appointment by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. One of the Court's longest-serving justices, Black became renowned for his strong defense of the Bill of Rights, particularly the First Amendment, and his belief that the Constitution should be interpreted according to its original text. His opinions significantly shaped modern constitutional law and civil liberties jurisprudence.

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Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc.

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Reference sku: 11700 1417991-1