DS as president, one page, 15.25 x 9.75, July 20, 1858. An appointment for John C. Riley as postmaster of Quincy, Illinois. Countersigned by Lewis Cass as Secretary of State. The embossed paper seal remains intact at lower left. In very good condition, with faint offsetting from seal slightly touching signature, small separations and pinholes at folds, and a few tiny chips. The signature is dark and clearly penned. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.