American statesman (1745–1829) who served variously as President of the Continental Congress, diplomat, and, from 1789 to 1795, first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Partly-printed DS, one page, 15.25 x 9.5, September 3, 1798. Jay appoints Isaac Hall a “Lieutenant of a Company of Light Infantry in the Regiment of Militia in the County of Onondaga whereof Hezekiah Olcott Esquire is Lieutenant-Colonel Commandant.” Signed at the conclusion by Jay and countersigned by Secretary Daniel Hale. Cloth-matted and framed with a color portrait of Jay and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 32.75 x 24. In fine, clean condition, with several vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a mild circle of toning to top right from mirroring of seal. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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