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James Monroe

Uncommon judicial appointment as Virginia’s governor

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Uncommon judicial appointment as Virginia’s governor

Partly-printed DS, signed “Jas Monroe,” one page, 12 x 7.5, October 1, 1800. Governor Monroe appoints “Ludwell Lee, John Lyons, Burr Powell, Stephens T. Mason, Adam Shover, Thomas Sim, Benjamin Edwards, Charles Lewis, John Rose, and George Lee” as justices of the peace in Loudoun County. Crisply signed at the conclusion by Monroe. The paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), a few small separations at edges and fold intersections, and scattered toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #428 - Ended May 14, 2014





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