Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court; he handed down the Dred Scott Decision and upheld federal supremacy over state authorities. ADS, signed “R. B. Taney, Petitioner,” one page, 7.5 x 12.5, no date. A petition for appeal regarding the case of George Davidson vs. John Marks. In very good condition, with uniform toning, light creasing, and the text and signature a few shades light, but still legible. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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