Partly-printed DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 20.5 x 16.25, no date but circa 1801–1809. Four-language ship’s papers filled out in one panel, issued to “George W. Vaughan of New York master or commander of the Brig called the Sally…bound for St. Lucia…laden with Lard, Tobacco, Beef, Pork, Candles, Soap, Rice, Ham, Fish, Flour, Wine, Dry Goods, Oil, Cheese, Bread, earthenware, Brandy & crackers.” Prominently signed in the center by President Jefferson and countersigned below by Secretary of State Madison. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains mostly intact with a crack at the bottom. In very good to fine condition, with partial separations to intersecting folds repaired with tape on the reverse and a thin area of paper loss along one fold. Both signatures are exquisite, with Jefferson’s being especially large and crisp. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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