Lot 73
Buchanan, James (1791-1868) 15th President of the United States (1857-1861). Document signed ("James Buchanan") as Secretary of State, twice on the final two facing pages, one in Spanish, one in English, total of 70 pages, 13¾ x 9¾ in., Washington, February 9, 1848. Countersigned by Don Joaquim José de Osma, Peruvian Minister to the United States. The signatures of both men are sealed with wax and ribbons. First and last pages (blank) are soiled, ribbon with which pages were sewn is missing, some short marginal tears and splits, and ghosting from wax. Buchanan's signatures are large and bold.
A treaty of Peace and Friendship, Commerce and Navigation between the United States and Peru, confirming 31 articles of agreement in order to establish "perpetual and sincere friendship between the United States of America and the Republic of Peru, and between their respective territories, people and citizens without distinction of persons or places."
Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.
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