Rare partly-printed vellum DS signed “James K. Polk” as president and “James Buchanan” as secretary of state, one page, 17 x 14.75, March 13, 1845. President Polk appoints Albert G. Jewett as “Chargé d'Affaires of the United States of America to the Republic of Peru.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Polk and crisply signed by Secretary of State James Buchanan. The embossed paper seal affixed to the lower left remains very crisp and fully intact. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and scattered foxing (primarily to borders). This rare document is one of the earliest to have been signed by both Polk and Buchanan, as Polk had assumed the presidency on March 6, 1845, and Buchanan’s position as secretary of state was confirmed by the Senate only three days before signing, on March 10. An exceptional and highly desirable document signed by two presidents as the United States expanded its sphere of influence into South America. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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