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John Adams: Ship’s pass for the well-armed Brig American

Ship’s pass for the well-armed Brig American

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Ship’s pass for the well-armed Brig American

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 11.25 x 17.25, October 21, 1799. A scalloped-top ship’s papers issued for “the Brig American of Baltimore whereof Charles Venn is master and commander…mounted with twelve guns, navigated with thirty men.” Signed at the conclusion by Adams. In very good condition, with paper loss along intersecting folds, vertical fold between first and last name of signature, signature a shade or two light, some paper loss along top edge and scattered creasing, wrinkling, and toning. The white paper seal is remarkably crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: July Monthly
  • Dates: #389 - Ended 07/18/2012





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