Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 11.75 x 17.5, November 15, 1803. Scalloped-top ship’s papers issued to the “Brig Swift of New York, Alexander Douglass, master and commander…mounted with no guns navigated with nine men to pass with her Company Passengers, Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance, seizure or molestation.” Signed at the conclusion by Jefferson and Madison. In good to very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of Jefferson’s signature, both signatures fairly light, but legible, handwritten portions of the document faded, but still mostly legible, several small pinholes, and scattered toning. The white wafer seal is toned, but remains crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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