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While filming his 1920 film, The Mollycoddle, Douglas Fairbanks Sr. famously broke his wrist and index finger during one of his stunts, which he always insisted on doing himself. After the injury, he was unable to film the final fight scene for the film. In the offered letter, Fairbanks references this event, the filming of The Mollycoddle, and also his brand new wife, superstar Mary Pickford. They had been married just over two weeks before the letter was written. The letter is addressed to “Rupert” which possibly could be the writer Rupert Hughes. The letter on Fairbanks' personal stationary is dated April 16, 1920, and reads:
Dear Rupert: Thanks for the good words. They count a lot because you say 'em. Come to see us. You know well I'd be down to see you if I were not a hundred percent submerged in the finishing of this picture. My finger is still out of commission which accounts for the mechanics of this note. Mary joins me in appreciation of your good wishes. As always, Doug.
The letter was later given a “First Day of Issue” cancellation by the U.S. Post Office in 1984 when Fairbanks was featured on a new stamp. Also included are 7 period studio-issued publicity photos featuring Fairbanks Sr. --one does feature Douglas Fairbanks Jr. The letter is accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentic. The letter is framed to a size of 13 x 19 inches and appears in Excellent condition with its original mailing folds.