Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 13 x 9.5, October 6, 1817. President Monroe grants Charles Hornans “160-acres of land appropriated (by the Acts aforesaid) for Military Bounties in the Territory of Illinois.” Signed at the conclusion by Monroe, and countersigned by the commissioner of the General Land Office Josiah Meigs. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered mild toning and creasing, with toning heavier at top. The embossed white paper seal is crisp and intact. Monroe’s signature is clear and unaffected by the flaws on this attractive and early land grant. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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