Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 17.5 x 12.5, July 22, 1840. President Van Buren appoints Ramon Leon Sanchez as “Consul of the United States of America for the port of Carthagena in the Republic of New Granada.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by Van Buren and countersigned by Secretary of State John Forsyth. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact, with a couple cracks along folds. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), chipping to left edge, and uniform toning from previous display. A desirable diplomatic appointment. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.
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