Self-contained partial partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 11.75 x 9.5, March 8, 1798. The lower half of a scallop-topped ship’s pass, permitting a ship "to pass with her Company, Passengers, Goods and Merchandize, without any hindrance, seizure or molestation: the said Ship appearing, by good testimony, to belong to one or more of the Citizens of the United States." Neatly signed at the conclusion by President Adams and countersigned by Secretary of State Timothy Pickering, as well as Collector of Customs Joseph Whipple. The crisp white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good to fine condition, with trimmed top, two tiny holes along lightly toned folds, and offsetting ink affecting some of the text. A desirable example boasting a large signature of America's second president.
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