Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 21 x 16.75, no date. Four-language ship’s papers filled out in the English section only, issued to “William Coit, master and commander of the ship called the Ann…lying at present in the port of New York bound fir Hull and laden with Iron, Turpentine, Rosin…Cotton, oil of Turpentine, Ash, Flour, Rice, Lignum vitae.” Boldly signed under the panel, “Th: Jefferson,” and countersigned by Secretary of State James Madison. Impressively suede-matted and framed with engraved portraits of Jefferson and Madison and two small name plaques to an overall size of 45 x 25.5. In fine condition, with expected folds, one through a single letter of each signature, some small repairs along a couple of folds affecting a few lines of text, some mild toning from mirroring of seal, with the seal itself lightly toned and having a small vertical crease. A very presentable example of this most desirable combination of presidents. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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