Lot 61
Monroe, James and Adams, John Quincy. Paper seal present at lower left. Tape stains on folds, otherwise Fine; both signatures are exceptionally dark. Uncommon form of Monroe and Adams jointly signed documents. 5th President of the United States, 1817-1825.
An unusual Manuscript Document Signed by James Monroe as President and John Quincy Adams as Secretary of State. One page, 10 x 10¼", with blank integral leaf, Washington, Jan. 23, 1822.
The document recognizes Francois Benoist Thierry's interim appointment as French consul for the Port of Baltimore, and declares "… him free to exercise and enjoy such functions, Powers and Privileges as are allowed to the Consuls of the most friendly Powers, between whom and the United States there is not particular agreement for the regulation of Consular functions… ".
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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