Partly-printed war-dated DS as president, one page, 11.75 x 11.25, September 27, 1864. Lincoln appoints C. Schottler to be the “Consul of Prussia at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.” Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln, and countersigned by Secretary of State William Seward. Matted and framed with a magnificent bust portrait of Lincoln to an overall size of 29 x 19. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one passing between first and last name of signature, scattered creasing and wrinkling, and some light toning. The white seal is crisp and intact. Lincoln political appointments are less seen than military appointments. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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