Oak Hill, (Virginia), April 8, 1830. 3 pp. (letter is written on one sheet folded in half to make four pages). 9 7/8 x 8 in. (250 x 203 mm). Autograph letter, signed by Monroe to his son-in-law Samuel L. Gouverneur. Creasing from old folds, some losses to same, one affecting last letter of Monroe's signature. Lot includes an engraved portrait of Monroe.