Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility
(800) 937-3880
SELL

Lot #84
James Madison and James Monroe

Signing a four-language ship’s papers in the midst of the War of 1812

This lot has closed

Estimate: $0+
Sell a Similar Item?
Share:  

Description

Signing a four-language ship’s papers in the midst of the War of 1812

Partly printed DS, signed “James Madison” as President and “Jas. Monroe” as Secretary of State, one page, 21.25 x 16.5, February 11, 1813. A four-language ship’s papers issued to Robert Morris, “master or commander of the Brig called Lightning … lying at present in the port of the Philadelphia bound for Bordeaux and laden with Sundries….” Two embossed paper seals remain intact along the left and bottom edges. Intersecting storage folds (trivially touching signatures), scattered creasing and wrinkles, and scattered light toning and foxing, otherwise fine condition. An unusually well-preserved example with clear, dark signatures! JSA/John Reznikoff Auction LOA and RRAuction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title:
  • Dates: #344 - Ended April 15, 2009