hand letter1
/ˈhan(d) ˌlɛtə/noun
A tool consisting of a letter of the alphabet made of brass and fixed in a handle, used in impressing lettering on a book cover by hand.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Sheffield & Rotherham Independent. From hand + letter.
hand-letter2
/ˈhan(d)ˌlɛtə/verb
[with object] To apply lettering to (something) by hand; to write (a document, passage, etc.) by hand.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Street Railway Journal. From hand + letter.