Scalloped-top vellum DS signed by Jefferson as president, “Th: Jefferson,” and Madison as Secretary of State, one page, 10 x 15.5, July 11, 1806. Ship’s pass issued to “the Brig Corporal Trim, Benjamin Elwell Master and Commander of the of Burthen One Hundred sixty seven tons or thereabouts, mounted with two guns, navigated with ten men to pass with her Company Passengers, Goods and Merchandise without any hinderence, seizure or molestation.” Double cloth matted and framed to an overall size of 19.5 x 24.5 In very good condition, with usual wrinkling, moderate staining to left side and along a couple of heavy folds, cancellation cut through small portion of Madison’s signature, removed seal resulting in some surface loss and discoloration. Jefferson’s signature isvery clear and quite bold. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA. Oversized.
