Scarce check signed by Barack Obama, drawn from the ''Friends of Barack Obama'' bank account in 1997 when Obama served as Illinois State Senator. Signed by Obama with his full signature, ''Barack Obama'' in blue ballpoint, with payee of ''DuSable Museum Women's Board'' in another hand, as well as memo field of ''Ad-Fundraiser''. Check measures 8.25'' x 3''. Staple puncture at top left and mild creasing, but with bank cancellation stamps on verso, not affecting front of check. Overall in very good to near fine condition with a bold signature.