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Lot #149
Simon Bolivar

El Libertador signs a military promotion a year before his death

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El Libertador signs a military promotion a year before his death

Revolutionary and political leader (1783–1830) whose military campaigns against the Spanish were instrumental in the emergence of the independent nations of modern South America, including Bolivia, which was named in his honor. Partially printed DS, in Spanish, one page both sides, 8.5 x 12.5, March 29, 1829. A military promotion for Jose G. Salón “to … first of the third company of the battalion Hunters of the West.” The embossed paper seal remains intact at lower left. In good condition, with scattered soiling and spotting, and large water stain over most of signature. Though slightly light, the signature remains fully legible. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #321 - Ended May 16, 2007