Lot #50

Chester A. Arthur Document Signed as President, Authorizing a Diplomat to Negotiate a Treaty of Commerce with Spain

Description

President Arthur seeks to "conclude a treaty of commerce between the United States and Spain"

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 7 x 7, June 7, 1884. President Arthur directs the "Secretary of State to cause the Seal of the United States to be affixed to a full power given by me to John W. Foster, Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States to Spain, to negotiate and conclude a treaty of commerce between the United States and Spain, with any person or persons duly authorized so to negotiate on the part of His Catholic Majesty." Boldly signed at the conclusion in ink by President Chester A. Arthur. Archivally double-matted and framed under museum glass with a portrait, plaque, and dollar coin to an overall size of 18.5 x 13.5. In fine condition, with the coin loose within the mat.

Auction Info

• Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts Featuring Presidents
• Dates: #711 - Ended 02/12/2025

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