Manuscript DS, one page, 7.75 x 12.75, April 17, 1826. Pay order directed by prolific naval officer John Rodgers to Purser James M. Halsey, in full: “You will pay over to Lieut. M. C. Perry for the purpose of making advances to men entered on board this ship, Sixty Dollars.” Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Rodgers. Below the order is the subsequent receipt from United States Navy Commodore Matthew C. Perry, in full: “Received from James M. Halsey Purser Sixty Dollars in full of the above order.” Signed below in black ink by Perry. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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