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Signature of Franklin Pierce

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The handwritten autograph signature of Franklin Pierce, as it appeared on official acts and commissions he signed.

This is Pierce's own handwritten signature, used to authorize official acts and commissions as president.

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Black cursive handwritten signature on a white background reading 'Franklin Pierce', with large looping strokes and flourishes.
Signature of Franklin Pierce.

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What it is

This is an image of Franklin Pierce's autograph signature, reproduced from documents such as acts and commissions that he signed, likely during his presidency.

Why it matters

A president's signature appears on laws, appointments, and official papers, making it a mark of authority and decision-making. Studying a signature can show how a leader's handwriting was used to formally approve government action.

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  • What does the style of the signature (its flourishes and loops) suggest about handwriting conventions of the time?
  • Why would a signature like this need to be reproduced and recognized on official documents?
  • What kinds of documents might have carried this exact signature?

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