Partly-printed DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 22 x 17, July 9, 1805. Four-language ship’s papers issued to “Alexander Dalrymple master or commander of the Brig called the Atlantic…lying at present in the port of Newbern bound for Guadaloupe and laden with Boards, Scantling, Shingles R:O Hogsheads, Staves, and Peas.” Boldly signed in the third panel by Jefferson and countersigned by Madison below. The white seal affixed to the left side remains intact with a vertical crack. Expertly double-matted and framed with engraved portraits of both statesmen to an overall size of 28.5 x 31.5. Intersecting folds, light scattered staining, and a few small edge tears, otherwise fine condition. An exceedingly desirable example boasting the signatures of two great founding fathers. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.
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