DS, in Arabic, signed 'Saddam Hussein,' in red ink. Remainder of the document is in black ink, one page, 8 x 11, Decision Ruling Council letterhead, May 21, 1980. Decree reading, in part: 'According to paragraph...the ruling council made a decision on 21 May 1980. Decided that point 2 of the decision with no. 1242 will be replaced by the following decision. The employees extra compensation are not going to exceed 140 percent of the normal wages. Max. compensation is not to exceed 380 dinars per month except groups within the farming sector which are named in D4 in this decision. This group's compensation is not to exceed 250 percent of normal salary. This decision is due to be in force when this is published in the official newspaper. Accompanied by a 3.75 x 6 portrait of Hussein. In fine condition, with light edge toning, staple holes and a chip to the right border. RRAuction COA.
