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James K. Polk

Polk pardons a counterfeiter

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Polk pardons a counterfeiter

DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, December 19, 1841. Polk orders the Secretary of State 'to affix the Seal of the United States to remaining portion of imprisonment fine and costs, enforced upon Jason Mahaw, for counterfeiting the silver coin of the U. States by the U. S. Circuit Court.' In fine condition, with a bit of scattered mild toning. COA John Reznikoff/University Archives and RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #283 - Ended March 17, 2004