DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19.5, January 14, 1885. President Arthur appoints Stephen Rand, Jr. 'to the grade of Paymaster, with the relative rank of Lieutenant.' Nicely signed in black ink by Arthur and countersigned by his Secretary of the Navy. Matted and framed with a small portrait of Arthur, to an overall size of 30 x 27. In fine condition, with expected document folds, creased but intact seal and a couple wrinkles. Nice item for display. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA. Oversized.
