Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 15.5 x 19.5, May 17, 1878. President Hayes appoints Charles E. Fox as “a Master in the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion by President Hayes and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Richard W. Thompson. The blue seal affixed at the bottom remains fully intact. Intersecting folds and scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.
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