Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “James Madison” as president and “Jas. Monroe” as secretary of state, one page, 14.5 x 8.5, December 30, 1811. Land grant issued to John Purviance of Kentucky stating “He has made full payment for the South West Quarter of Section number Four…of the land lying between the Great Miami river and the Virginia reservation…directed by the act of Congress, entitled 'An act providing for the sale of the Lands of the United States in the Territory north-west of the Ohio, and above the mouth of the Kentucky River.'” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of Monroe’s signature, handwritten portions fairly light, but legible, and some scattered light soiling. The white wafer seal is crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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