ADS as president, one page, 7.75 x 12.5, July 17, 1846. Highly unusual testimonial document for an optician featuring an autograph statement by Polk, in full: “Mr. Siga has furnished me with a pair of spectacles which I think superior to any I have ever used. At Mr. Siga’s request I make this statement.” Senator Thomas J. Rusk pens a similar statement above. Signed below by Polk and Rusk along with many other politicians, including: George M. Dallas, Richard M. Johnson, John J. Crittenden, William R. King, Dixon Hall Lewis, Benjamin Fitzpatrick, Arthur P. Bagby, Henry Stuart Foote, Augustus B. Longstreet, John L. Manning, James Chesnut, Jr., John M. Botts, Henry Bedinger, Charles L. Livingston, John Blanchard, James Iver McKay, George C. Dromgoole, William L. Sharkey, Beriah Magoffin, Timothy Pilsbury. Professionally silked on the reverse for reinforcement. In very good condition, with heavy overall toning. A decidedly unique presidential format enhanced by the presence of numerous influential politicians, including three vice presidents in Dallas, Johnson, and King. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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