DS as president, signed 'R.B. Hayes,' one page, 7.75 x 9.75, July 28, 1877. In full: 'I hereby authorize, and, direct the Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to a warrant for the pardon of Abraham Washington, dated this day, and signed by me: and for so doing this shall be his warrant.' Accompanied by an unsigned portrait of Hayes. In fine condition, with usual folds, affecting nothing. RRAuction COA.
