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Rutherford B. Hayes Signed Document

Rutherford B. Hayes

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Rutherford B. Hayes

Partly-printed DS, one page, 19.5 x 15.5, May 3, 1892. Membership certificate for the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States. In part: “Know ye, that First Lieutenant Samuel H. Row, 20th Michigan Infantry, Having been specially distinguished for faithful service…was received as a Companion of the First Class of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by Hayes using his uncommon full signature, and countersigned by recorder John P. Nicholson. The red seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. Matted and in very good condition, with scattered overall creasing, a small fleck of paper loss, and old tape on a tear at the top edge. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

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