Lot 260
Jefferson, Thomas & Madison, James. Partly-printed Document Signed by Thomas Jefferson as President and James Madison as Secretary of State, on vellum, Washington, May 25, 1803, 14¾ x 11¾ in. A grant to "Henry Hughes, Lieutenant for the War" of 500 acres "situate between the Little Miami and Sciota Rivers, north-west of the River Ohio…." Countersigned by Henry Dearborn ("H. Dearborn") as Secretary of War, under a docket notation on verso that "Henry Hughes was originally entitled to the bounty land granted to him by the within Patent. War Office May 25th: 1803." The engrossed portion of the document is somewhat light but legible; upper edge wear and some small holes in the vellum, some natural and some from fold wear; and the seal is missing. Jefferson's signature is a little light and Madison's is bold. In spite of imperfections, reflected in the estimate, a desirable document signed by two Presidents.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.
|
| |
| Unsold |
