Lot 1007
James Monroe (1758-1831), Fifth President of the U.S. (1817-1825); Secretary of State (1811-1817) and of War (1814-1815) under Madison.
Document signed as president, 13" x 9½", February 14, 1818, on vellum, land grant of 160 acres in Illinois, for service in the war of 1812. Usual file folds, minor toning, intact seal with a small printed notice offering for sale a map of the Bounty lands, very bold signature, Fine.
Estimate $500 - 750
Expertization: Kenneth Rendell COA.
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| Realized $550 |
