Partly-printed vellum scalloped-top DS, signed by Jefferson as president, “Th: Jefferson,” and by Madison as secretary of state, one page, 10.25 x 15, October 23, 1807. A ship’s pass issued to the “Ship Amiable of New York, Samuel Rinken, Master and Commander…mounted with no guns, navigated with twelve men to pass with her Company Passengers, Goods and Merchandise without any hinderence, seizure or molestation.” In very good condition, with trimmed edges, intersecting storage folds (one passing through a single letter of Madison’s signature), Jefferson’s signature very light and just slightly visible (his last name is slightly darker, but still fairly faint), adhesive remnants to reverse, light wrinkling and scattered mild toning. Paper seal is crisp and intact and Madison’s signature is darker and legible. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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