Lot 52
Madison, James. After the Louisana Purchase, the United States needed to populate the newly accquired western lands, which resulted in the issuing of a number of land grants. Matted and placed into a wooden frame, overall size 18½ x 24". 4th President of the United States, 1809-1817.
Partially Printed Document Signed as President. One page, Folio, Washington, July 20, 1813. A Land Grant made out to: "… William Grimes (a Major for three years… a certain tract of land containing two hundred acres situate between the Little Miami and Sciotoa rivers, north west of the river Ohio…" The document features a detailed handwritten description of the parcel and its exact location. Complete with white wafer seal and countersigned by the Commissioner of the General Land Office. Moisture has significantly lightened James Madison's signature. Very Good.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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