Lot 1001
George Washington (1732-1799), First President of the U.S. (1789-97); Commander-in-Chief, Continental Army (1775-1781).
Document signed as president, 13" x 16", May 8, 1795, three language ship's paper for the Brig Fairy, commanded by Stephen Snett, carrying rice and tobacco, bound for Bordeaux, countersigned by Edm(und) Randolph, Secretary of State. Usual splitting along file folds, reinforced with archival tape, light toning around edges, but overall fresh, the seal of the United States is intact, and Washington's signature is bold and clear, Fine.
Estimate $10,000 - 15,000
Expertization: Kenneth Laurence COA.
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| Realized $8,500 |
