Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 13.5 x 15.5, February 26, 1847. President Polk appoints Charles [Bennett] as a "Captain in the Navy." Signed at the conclusion by Polk, and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy John Y. Mason. White paper seal remains affixed but noticeably worn. Handsomely matted and framed with an engraving and nameplate to an overall size of 27 x 23. In very good to fine condition, with all of the handwritten portions, including the signature, faded but still legible.
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