Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 12.5 x 8, February 14, 1814. President Madison appoints David W. McRorie as “a Midshipman in the Navy of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Madison and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy William Jones. Heavy intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered staining and soiling, and signature very light but legible, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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