Lot 65
Polk, James Know (1795-1849)., 11th president of the U.S. (1845-1849).
DS as president, 14½" x 17¾", Washington, 1849 Mar 3. Military Commission of Brevet Major Joseph R. Smith as Brevet Lieutenant Colonel "For gallant and meritorious conduct in the battles of Contreras and Churubusco" [Mexican War], signed "James K Polk" with flourishes, countersigned "W[illiam] L Marcy" as Secretary of War, recording endorsement at upper left in red ink signed by Adj. General T.E. Jones. Usual folds, Very Good with intact War Office seal.
Estimate 1,200 - 1,500
Marcy later served as Secretary of State under Franklin Pierce.
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| Realized $1,300 |
