Partial self-contained DS, as president, one page, 17 x 6.5, September 25, 1867, also signed by Secretary of State William Seward. Final paragraph of a larger document, instructing the Secretary of State to affix the seal of the United States to the document. Signed at the conclusion by Johnson, and countersigned by Secretary of State William Seward. Archivally shadow box framed with a gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plate issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s and a color portrait to an overall size of 25.5 x 24.5. In fine condition, with a repair to a bisecting vertical separation. The white wafer seal is slightly worn and intact. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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